Ascend into the wild heart of the Brecon Beacons for a self-navigated mountain challenge. The Black Mountains 50 & 32 Mile Ultra, Marathon & Half Marathon returns on Saturday, 11th July 2026, offering four epic distances starting from Longtown Hall in Herefordshire. This premier trail event delivers a true mountain test, with the 50-mile ultra traversing iconic peaks like Waun Fach and Pen Cerrig Calch, while the marathon and half options explore the stunning ridges and valleys of this national park. With full tracking, hot mid-race food for ultra runners, and a deeply supportive community atmosphere, it's the perfect adventure for seasoned mountain athletes and those stepping up to their first big trail challenge. Navigate your own path through breathtaking scenery and discover your limitless potential.
Races Offered
32 Mile Ultra
Jul 11, 2026
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50K
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Half Marathon
Jul 11, 2026
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21.1K
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Marathon
Jul 11, 2026
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42.2K
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Ultra 50
Jul 11, 2026
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80K
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Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for July in Llanbedr.
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12.0° / 18.4°
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10.2° / 16.4°
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Avg sunshine hours
9h 35m
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Avg rainfall
4.2 mm
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Avg wind speed
13.8 km/h (Gentle breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
Moderate
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Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
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Max UV Index
Moderate (5.6)
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Humidity
84.7%
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Sunrise
05:16
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Sunset
21:27
About Llanbedr
Learn more about the host city, Llanbedr.
Llanbedr is a village and community 2.8 miles (4.5 km) south of Harlech. Administratively, it lies in the Ardudwy area, formerly Meirionnydd, of the county of Gwynedd, Wales. In 2011 the community had a population of 645.