Ultra in The Black Country

Dudley, United Kingdom • 29 Mar 2026

Ultra In The Black Country : 29 March 2026

The event is organised by Pulse Events and takes place at Baggeridge Country Park near Dudley, West Midlands on 29 March 2026. The course is a 32-mile loop divided into four sections. Entries are available for SOLO, PAIRS or a TEAM of 4. There are 100 places available. There is a £3 parking charge. The minimum age for runners is 18 years old. Entry fees are listed as SOLO £55 (early bird £30 for the first 20), PAIRS £65 and TEAM OF 4 £90.

Route and logistics

The route is described as 97% traffic free and mainly follows well surfaced disused railway lines and canal towpaths. From Baggeridge it goes through woodland to Pensnett and Brockmoor via Fen’s Pool, with the first checkpoint near Merry Hill. A mandatory head torch section includes the 2.7 km Netherton Tunnel, with the second checkpoint at The Fountain Inn, Tipton. The route continues via the canal network and Coseley Tunnel (329 m) to the third checkpoint at Aldersley Stadium, then on towards Himley Hall, Lower Penn and Wombourne before returning through Baggeridge Woods to finish. The route will be fully waymarked and a gpx file is provided for download. Each of the three checkpoints will offer water, energy drink and assorted food. The event base will provide refreshments to purchase at the Baggeridge Team Room cafe. Finishers receive a medal and a bottle of Teme Valley Brewery beer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

32 mi
32 Miles
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