Beacons Ultra

Talybont-on-Usk, United Kingdom • 7 Nov 2026

Event information

The Beacons Ultra, Marathon and Half take place on Saturday 7 November 2026. The event is based at Henderson Hall, Penpentre, Talybont-on-Usk, Powys (LD3 7YQ). All races start and finish in Talybont-on-Usk in the foothills of the Brecon Beacons. Minimum age to enter is 18 or older. The organiser is Andali Events.

Courses and distances

  • 49 mile ultra: two 23-mile loops; out-and-back to Pen y Fan (total elevation 2,258 m).
  • 26 mile marathon: single loop of the classic ultra route with a visit to Pen y Fan (total elevation 1,319 m).
  • 13 mile half marathon: route east of Talybont-on-Usk, includes Tor Y Foel and Talybont Reservoir (total elevation 543 m).

All courses are a mix of trail, mountain, canal and road surfaces. The event takes place in mid-November, when weather and conditions can vary.

Entries and fees

Entries open 1 December 2025 and close 1 November 2026. Fees (standard / from 31/12/2025): Ultra £70 / £80; Marathon £53 / £60; Half Marathon £35 / £40. Entry requires registration with SiEntries. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

49 mi
Ultra
26 mi
Marathon
13 mi
Half Marathon
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

Take on Reservoir Roundabout, an annual 12 or 20 miles walking or running challenge across the wild Elan and Claerwen Valleys from Elan Valley Visitor Centre. Non competitive and volunteer run, proceeds support local charities.

Join the Slothful Run on 12 January 2026 at Pengethley Manor, Ross on Wye for scenic loops through vineyards and rolling hills. Distances from 5k to ultra welcome walkers and runners with a single seven hour time limit.

Tackle a seven day offroad challenge at Pengethley Manor with daily distance choices from 5k to ultra across hilly vineyard laps. Enter single days or all seven to earn a unique medal each day or join virtually and collect them by post.

The Proud Run at Pengethley Manor offers scenic offroad laps through vineyards and hills. Choose from 5k to ultra and enjoy a friendly course suitable for walkers and runners within a 7 hour limit.