Beast Of The Beacons
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Event overview
The Beast of the Beacons is a trail running event on Saturday 18 April 2026 centred at Gilestone Farm, Talybont on Usk, Llangynidr, Powys (LD37JE). The event offers three distances:
- 10 miles (about 16 km)
- 20 miles (about 32.5 km)
- 40 miles (about 65 km)
The 40 mile route is a reversed second lap of the 20 mile route. The course is marked and supported by marshals. Checkpoints are described as well stocked with food and drinks, and GPX route files are provided for navigation.
Details and requirements
Entry fees are listed as £48 for the 10 mile, £60 for the 20 mile, and £80 for the 40 mile. Facilities at the event include camping, refreshments and catering, toilets, parking (ticketed), physio, a full medical team, and on-site stalls. The event includes prize categories and awards, including vet categories for over 50 and over 60, and a canicross category; dogs must be at least 12 months old and kept on a lead with owners responsible for them.
Mandatory kit requirements include a waterproof jacket and trousers, race vest or pack, capacity to carry fluids, emergency food, a map or downloaded GPX, fully charged mobile phone, hat and gloves, appropriate trail footwear, first aid items, a foil blanket, head torch with spare batteries, whistle, and a reusable cup. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
