Ultra in The Black Country
Dudley, United Kingdom • 29 Mar 2026
Event overview
Ultra In The Black Country takes place on 29 March 2026 with start and finish at Baggeridge Country Park near Dudley, West Midlands. The event is a 32-mile loop divided into four sections and may be entered as a solo runner, a pair, or a team of four. The minimum age for entrants is 18 years on race day. There is a £3 parking charge. The event is organised by Pulse Events and has a total of 100 places.
Route and entry
The route is largely traffic free (about 97%), using disused railway lines, canal towpaths and woodland, with a handful of road crossings. Notable features include the mandatory head-torch section through the 2.7 km Netherton Tunnel and passage via Coseley Tunnel (329 m). There are three check points, located near Merry Hill, The Fountain Inn in Tipton, and Aldersley Stadium; these mark the relay change-over points and will offer water, energy drink and assorted food. The route will be fully waymarked and a GPX file is provided for GPS devices. Finishers receive a medal and a bottle of Teme Valley Brewery beer.
Entry fees listed by the organiser: Solo £55 (early-bird £30 for first 20 sign-ups), Pairs £65 (£32.50 each), Team of 4 £90 (£22.50 each). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.