Ultra X Wales

Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons), United Kingdom • 25-26 Jul 2026

Event overview

Ultra X Wales is a multi-distance trail running event in the Brecon Beacons near Abergavenny, scheduled for 25-26 July 2026. The organiser lists difficulty as 4/6, technicality as 3/5, and expected temperatures of 14-22°C. Distances offered include:

  • 110km
  • 110km (two-stage)
  • 60km
  • 50km
  • 25km
  • 12km

The races carry UTMB Index status across the 100K, 50K and 20K categories.

Practical information

Aid stations are fully stocked and placed at approximately every 10 km. Medical support, marked courses, drinking water and snacks at checkpoints, hot water for campsite food preparation, and ground safety assistance are provided on course. A GPS tracker is included for the 110 km option. Participants may camp at Llangorse Activity Centre on the nights before and during the event.

Under-23 competitors can enter free across all distances. The event uses relaxed cut-offs, with an average allowance of about 2 hours 30 minutes per 10 km section. If a competitor cannot finish a stage they are offered entry to the following edition at half price; however they do not receive a finisher’s medal or an official result. A race pack with detailed information, timings and cut-offs will be emailed to registered participants one month before the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

UTMB 20K UTMB 50K UTMB 100K
Ultra X 110 Wales
Ultra X 12 Wales
Ultra X 25 Wales
Ultra X 50 Wales
Ultra X 60 Wales
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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