Black Mountains 50

Event overview

The Black Mountains event takes place on Saturday 11 July 2026 from Longtown Hall, Herefordshire (HR2 0LD). Distances offered include:

• 50 Miles / 80 km
• 32 Miles / 50 km
• 27 Miles / 43.4 km
• 13 Miles / 21 km

Elevation gains are listed by distance: 50 Mile = 11,059 ft, 32 Mile = 6,663 ft, Marathon = 5,505 ft, Half = 2,738 ft. The 50-mile route includes many landmark sections in the Black Mountains and parts of the Brecon Beacons National Park. All distances are self-navigation, with tracking provided.

Logistics, navigation and kit

Organisers provide GPX files and an emergency route map; participants are expected to navigate and are tracked throughout. On-course support includes checkpoints, water stations, mid-way food for the 50-mile race, finish food for all distances, chip timing, trackers, back runners and a mobile medical unit. A physio and taping service will be available.

Cut-off arrangements include a 24-hour limit for the 50-mile event and a 12-hour cut-off noted for a 26-mile point; organisers may impose additional cut-offs for safety in severe weather. Mandatory kit is enforced and checked at registration; required items include a waterproof jacket and trousers, race vest/pack, map or GPX download, capacity for at least 2 litres of fluid, fully charged phone and power bank, first aid items, head torch (for ultra), and a reusable cup. Entry fees vary by distance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.