Beacons Way Ultra 100km

Beacons Way Ultra 100km

The Beacons Way Ultra is a 100 km (62 miles) self-navigation ultramarathon across Bannau Brycheiniog, the Brecon Beacons National Park. The route follows the official Beacons Way trail and includes approximately 3178 m of ascent. The event has 250 places, a 24 hour overall cut-off and an entry fee of £119.

Entry is by application and the race requires prior experience. Each entrant must have completed at least a 50 mile ultramarathon, have experience running in mountainous terrain, be competent with map and compass navigation and be at least 20 years old. No pacers or support runners are permitted.

The race has six checkpoints with refreshments and medical or first aid cover at each location. Checkpoints provide water, electrolytes, snacks and, at indoor venues, hot food and hot drinks. Strict checkpoint cut-off times are enforced and all participants must record at each checkpoint.

Mandatory kit must be carried at all times and will be checked at registration and during the event. Key required items include a hardcopy map, a compass, a headtorch (minimum 75 lumens) plus a backup light (minimum 25 lumens), a GPS tracker, a fully charged mobile phone, emergency rations of at least 500 calories, a thermal survival bag, waterproof coat and trousers, gloves and a water container of at least 1 litre. Dropbag service, optional coach return to the start and limited parking at the start are available under the event terms.

The event awards UTMB Performance Index and ITRA points and is a Western States 2027 qualifying race for runners who complete within 21 hours. Finishers receive tiered medals and prizes are awarded to the top finishers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.