Black Mountains 50 & 32 Mile Ultra, Marathon & Half Marathon
Saturday 14th June 2025
Limitless Trails are very excited to be offering another Ultramarathons and Marathon & Half Marathon in the beautiful Black Mountains, deep in the heart of the Brecon Beacons National Park.
ALL DISTANCES WILL BE SELF NAVIGATION - TRACKED WITH FULL SUPPORT
New to 2024! We have added a 32 mile ULTRA - allowing you to gain experience under the watchful eye of our team. However we promote Navigation skills, these are not marked routes. We have amazing and experienced back runners on each route to fully support you at every step plus you will be live tracked.
This long-distance challenge is one that will fulfil the elite and seasoned runner whilst also offering amazing support for the less experienced trail runner who may be looking to step up a gear and attempt a greater challenge with the knowledge that they will be receiving incredible support - both from our amazing team and at checkpoints throughout the duration of the run.
Support crews and supporters will be most welcome during the event.
What to Expect
Friday afternoon the Team will welcome you to Race HQ – camping will be at TY MAWR Farm, parking will be available close to the start of the race. Registration and kit check will be available for an easier pre-race morning. For those unable to attend Friday please do not worry as you will be able to register on Saturday morning. We will email out exact timings prior to the event.
There will be a drop bag zone at the start & half way for the Ultra 50 only /finish – items left at your own risk.
This Trail Challenge is a self-navigated experience however we will be supporting certain areas that may lead to some confusion with flags and signs (not tape). Participants will be tracked by our team throughout the entire race. Family and friends will be able to monitor and support each and every one of you. A GPX file and an emergency route map will be provided if required. We highly recommend recceing sections of the route before the event.
On route, we will be supporting you with Check Points and water stations. For the 50-Mile Ultra we will also be providing food at the mid-way point in Longtown. All distances will receive food at the finish. Hot food for the Ultra runners.
Medical advice given to any runner not to continue must be followed, if not then the organisers do not accept any responsibility if the participant continues. They do so at their own risk. We will have a team physio on-site to offer any light relief.
Support crews, friends and families are more than welcome to attend the checkpoints however we do ask that runners take president overall. Please be considerate of our neighbours at checkpoints - keep the noise down to a minimum and be considerate when parking.
During the event, you will also be supported by a full mobile medical unit. Support runners will be on the course at various locations if needed for vital support – all experienced within this Mountain Range.
Cut Off Times
24 hrs
IN EVENT OF ANY SEVERE WEATHER CONDITIONS WE WILL MAKE SAFETY CALLS/CUT OFF’S ON THE DAY
Self-navigation with 90% trail 10% road (lanes)
Any runner who assists an injured participant / or similar will gain a time reward.
START TIMES WILL BE CONFIRMED VIA EMAIL - SUNDAY BEFORE THE EVENT
Facilities
Camping Via TY MAWR FARM
Refreshments
Toilets
Parking £5 - Parking tickets will go into a ballot - winning ticket will receive a free entry to our next event
Full Medical Team
What You Get
Bespoke medal
Refreshments hot & cold
Chipped timing and Tracking
Prizes - 1st 2nd & 3rd Male & Female, Handcrafted trophy, designed in Wales - totally unique to us
1st Male & Female Vet over 50 & 60
Parking tickets will go into a ballot - winning ticket will receive a free entry to our next event
RANDOM REVIEW WILL RECEIVE A ENTRY VOUCHER - RACECHECK
Refuel zones plus water stations - full support from our amazing staff - first aid
Full gallery of pictures
Online results
Physio post event
Free celebratory hot & cold drinks along with delicious warm or cold food after the event for each participant - All dietary requirements will be tailored for ULTRA ONLY
Landy Coffee will be at HQ throughout the event serving speciality drinks and cakes for family & friends .
Full refreshments for runners at the finish
First-class Medical support by our medics on the route
No need to book camping - details will be emailed
MANDATORY KIT
Waterproof Jacket and trousers
Race vest/pack
Baselayer Top - Must be either synthetic or merino wool, we suggest spare socks
Capacity to carry 2 litre of fluid
Emergency Food for the duration
Map or gpx file downloaded
Fully Charged Mobile Phone + power bank
Hat & gloves
Appropriate footwear (trail shoes)
First aid kit - essential items
Foil blanket
Reusable Cup
Head torch & whistle + spare batteries
FULL KIT LIST FOR THE SHORTER DISTANCES WILL BE EMAILED PRIOR TO THE EVENT
No participant will be allowed to participate without the full kit. A full kit check will be undertaken at registration and spontaneous checks will be carried out on the event. There will be NO changes to the mandatory kit lists due to weather - the mountains are unpredictable.
Please note that we are a cup free event - please remember to bring your reusable cup.