Beacons Ultra

Talybont-on-Usk, United Kingdom • 8 Nov 2025

Beacons Ultra, Marathon and Half is a three-distance running weekend in the Brecon Beacons, start and finish in Talybont-on-Usk (Henderson Hall). The event offers a 49-mile ultra, a 26-mile marathon and a 13-mile half marathon, all on mixed trail, mountain, canal and road terrain. The Ultra runs two loops of about 23 miles with an out-and-back to Pen y Fan on the first loop, totaling around 2,258 m of ascent.

The Marathon is a single loop with a quick Pen y Fan ascent (about 1,319 m). The Half features Tor y Foel and Talybont reservoir (about 543 m). Expect a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere for all abilities; organizers and marshals are friendly.

Date: Saturday 8 November 2025. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

UTMB 50K UTMB 100K
49 mi
2258 m+
Ultra
26 mi
1319 m+
Marathon
13 mi
543 m+
Half Marathon
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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