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Beacons Way Ultra 100km

Llangynidr, United Kingdom • 25 Jul 2026

The Beacons Way Ultra 100km is a challenging ultramarathon held in the Brecon Beacons National Park, Wales. Covering 62 miles with 3,451 meters of elevation, the race follows the official Beacons Way trail, starting near Talybont and traversing spectacular mountain scenery including Pen-y-Fan and the Carmarthen Fans. The event features six checkpoints offering refreshments and medical support, with strict cut-off times to ensure safety. Participants must have prior ultramarathon and mountain navigation experience, as the race requires self-navigation skills. Limited to 250 runners, the event offers medals based on finishing position and is part of the GB Ultras series. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Wales Llangynidr

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100 km
3178 m+
Beacons Way Ultra 100km
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