The Llangollen 50K
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Event overview
The Llangollen 50k is an ultra-distance race organised by OutFit Personal Fitness Ltd. The event first took place in 2021. The next scheduled race date is 06/06/2026. The start, finish and registration location is Llangollen Leisure Centre, Dinbren Road, Llangollen, LL20 8TG. All participants receive a medal.
Route, checkpoints and kit
The course links two way marked 15 mile linear routes on either side of the river, joining the Dee Valley Way to Corwen and the North Berwyn Way for the return. The route includes nearly 6,000 ft of ascent and reaches a high point on the Berwyn hilltop Moel Fferna at 2,071 ft. There are three checkpoints with feed stations; checkpoints will close as part of an enforced overall 10 hour cut-off.
Checkpoint distances and locations:
- 11 km - Bwlch y Groes
- 23.8 km - Corwen Leisure Centre
- 39 km - Ceiriog Forest
Required kit includes full body waterproof cover, hat and gloves, buff, map (provided by the organiser), at least 1 litre of water at the start, a fully charged mobile phone and a foil blanket. Registration takes place at Llangollen Leisure Centre. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.