Black Mountains 50
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Limitless Trails - Black Mountains
Limitless Trails runs ultramarathon, marathon and half marathon distances in the Black Mountains on Saturday 11 July 2026, with Longtown Hall, HR2 0LD as the event headquarters and start location. The finish location is listed as Perth Y Pia, Llanbedr. The event takes place largely on trails with an approximate split of 90 percent trail and 10 percent road or lanes.
Distances offered:
- 50 Miles / 80 km
- 32 Miles / 50 km
- 27 Miles / 43.4 km
- 13 Miles / 21 km
Elevation figures are provided for each distance, for example the 50 mile route has about 11,059 ft of ascent while the marathon is listed at 5,505 ft. The routes pass local landmarks including Llanthony Abbey, Hatterall Hill, Pen Cerrig Calch, Cat’s Back, Waun Fach and Lord Hereford's Knob on the longer course.
All distances are self-navigated and participants will be tracked. Organisers provide checkpoints, water stations, chip timing, trackers, back runners, full medical support including a mobile medical unit, physio, taping and hot food for ultra runners. A GPX file and emergency route map will be supplied and drop bags are available for the 50 mile event at the start and mid point.
Mandatory kit is required and checked at registration; items include waterproof jacket and trousers, race vest or pack, 2 litre fluid capacity, map or GPX, charged mobile phone and power bank, head torch with spare batteries, first aid items, foil blanket and a reusable cup. Parking, camping options close to HQ, finish refreshments and prizes are noted in the event information. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
