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.