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Black Mountains 50

Llanbedr, United Kingdom • 14 Jun 2025

The Black Mountains 50 is a challenging trail running event held at Longtown Village Hall, Herefordshire, serving as the gateway to the Black Mountains. It features four distances: a 50-mile ultra, 32-mile ultra, marathon, and half marathon, all requiring self-navigation with GPX files and maps provided. The course offers spectacular mountain scenery, including landmarks like Llanthony Abbey, Hatterall Hill, and Lord Hereford's Knob.

Participants benefit from full support including checkpoints, medical care, physio, chip timing, and tracking. Local camping is available, enhancing the event’s adventurous atmosphere. The race demands mountain running experience and mandatory safety kit for all runners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Wales Llanbedr

Race information

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50 mi
50 Mile Ultra
32 mi
32 Mile Ultra
26 mi
Marathon
13 mi
Half Marathon
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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