Black Mountains 50
Hereford, United Kingdom • 11 Jul 2026
Event overview
The Black Mountains event is scheduled for Saturday 11 July 2026 with event HQ at Longtown Hall, Herefordshire (HR2 0LD). Distances offered are:
- 50 miles / 80 km
- 32 miles / 50 km
- Marathon (27 miles / 43.4 km)
- Half marathon (13 miles / 21 km)
Elevation gains are listed as: 50-mile = 11,059 ft, 32-mile = 6,663 ft, marathon = 5,505 ft, half = 2,738 ft. All distances are self-navigation on approximately 90% trail and 10% road, with GPX files provided and participant tracking in place.
Logistics, support and requirements
The event includes chip timing, trackers, full checkpoints, water stations, cold food for all finishers and hot food for ultra runners. Medical cover, a mobile medical unit, physio support and back runners are provided. A drop bag zone is available at the start and midpoint for the 50-mile race only. Organisers may make safety calls or impose additional cut-offs in severe weather.
Mandatory kit is enforced and will be checked at registration. Required items include waterproof jacket and trousers, race vest/pack, map or downloaded GPX, capacity to carry up to 2 litres of fluid (ultra), fully charged mobile phone and power bank, first aid items, foil blanket, appropriate trail footwear, head torch and whistle for ultra distances, and a reusable cup. Entry fees are listed as: Half £55, Marathon £70, 32-mile £85, 50-mile £100. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.