Sat 26 Jun 2021
Black Mountains Trail Running Challenge 2021 Day 1
Set at our new location on Newcourt Farm in Felindre, Wales, we are in the perfect place for trail running and our challenges will not let you down. Our routes are also slightly different this year with some miles added to the Ultra challenge. We also have distances from 13k – 60k for you to choose from.
Ultra | Marathon | Half Marathon | 10k
Location
Newcourt Farm Campsite Felindre, Three Cooks Brecon LD3 0SSCompetitor Limit
800
Distance
61 KM
37.9 Miles
Total Elevation
2750 Meters
9022 Feet
Entry Fee
£62
Elevation Chart
Elevation chart coming soon!
Registration
6:30 am
Briefing
7:15 am
Start Time
7:30 am
Cut Off Time
Sat 26th - 5:30 pm
Distance
46 KM
28.6 Miles
Total Elevation
2163 Meters
7096 Feet
Entry Fee
£55
Elevation Chart
Elevation chart coming soon!
Registration
7:30 am
Briefing
Start Time
8:30 am
Cut Off Time
Sat 26th - 5:30 pm
Distance
23 KM
14.3 Miles
Total Elevation
993 Meters
3258 Feet
Entry Fee
£42
Elevation Chart
Elevation chart coming soon!
Registration
8:30 am
Briefing
9:15 am
Start Time
9:30 am
Cut Off Time
Sat 26th - 5:30 pm
Distance
13 KM
8.1 Miles
Total Elevation
593 Meters
1946 Feet
Entry Fee
£30
Elevation Chart
Elevation chart coming soon!
Registration
9:30 am
Briefing
10:15 am
Start Time
10:30 am
Cut Off Time
Sat 26th - 5:30 pm
Download Ultra GPX FileAt our checkpoints you will find water, squash, coke, electrolytes, sweets, crisps, nuts, chocolate, bananas, cake, new potatoes and other carby bits on the marathon and ultra checkpoints . We are trying to reduce the use of plastic so we ask runners to bring reusable cups for coke and squash. There will not be any checkpoints during runs on our training weekends.
Checkpoint information coming soon.
At our checkpoints you will find water, squash, coke, electrolytes, sweets, crisps, nuts, chocolate, bananas, cake, new potatoes and other carby bits on the marathon and ultra checkpoints . We are trying to reduce the use of plastic so we ask runners to bring reusable cups for coke and squash. There will not be any checkpoints during runs on our training weekends.
Checkpoint information coming soon.
At our checkpoints you will find water, squash, coke, electrolytes, sweets, crisps, nuts, chocolate, bananas, cake, new potatoes and other carby bits on the marathon and ultra checkpoints . We are trying to reduce the use of plastic so we ask runners to bring reusable cups for coke and squash. There will not be any checkpoints during runs on our training weekends.
Checkpoint information coming soon.
At our checkpoints you will find water, squash, coke, electrolytes, sweets, crisps, nuts, chocolate, bananas, cake, new potatoes and other carby bits on the marathon and ultra checkpoints . We are trying to reduce the use of plastic so we ask runners to bring reusable cups for coke and squash. There will not be any checkpoints during runs on our training weekends.
Checkpoint information coming soon.
Ultra Kit List
Mandatory Kit
- Fully Charged Mobile Phone
- Race Directors Contact Number (supplied on the day)
- 500ml Water Carrier - Full From The Start
- Waterproof Jacket (Taped Seams)
- Waterproof Trousers (Taped Seams)
- Map - To Be Printed From Our Website
- Compass
- Foil Blanket
- Whistle
- Head Torch
- Emergency Food
- Hat
- Gloves
- Base Layer
- First Aid Kit
Advised Kit
- Reusable Cup
Marathon Kit List
Mandatory Kit
- Fully Charged Mobile Phone
- Race Directors Contact Number (supplied on the day)
- 500ml Water Carrier - Full From The Start
- Waterproof Jacket (Taped Seams)
- Waterproof Trousers (Taped Seams)
- Map - To Be Printed From Our Website
- Compass
- Foil Blanket
- Whistle
- Head Torch
- Emergency Food
- Hat
- Gloves
- Base Layer
- First Aid Kit
Advised Kit
- Reusable Cup
Half Marathon Kit List
Mandatory Kit
- Fully Charged Mobile Phone
- Race Directors Contact Number (supplied on the day)
- 500ml Water Carrier - Full From The Start
- Waterproof Jacket (Taped Seams)
- Map - To Be Printed From Our Website
- Foil Blanket
- Whistle
- Base Layer
Advised Kit
- Compass
- Waterproof Trousers (Taped Seams)
- Head Torch
- Emergency Food
- Hat
- Gloves
- First Aid Kit
10k Kit List
Mandatory Kit
- Fully Charged Mobile Phone
- Race Directors Contact Number (supplied on the day)
- 500ml Water Carrier - Full From The Start
- Waterproof Jacket (Taped Seams)
Advised Kit
- Reusable Cup
- Compass
- Foil Blanket
- Whistle
- Waterproof Trousers (Taped Seams)
- Head Torch
- Map - To Be Printed From Our Website
- Emergency Food
- Hat
- Gloves
- Base Layer
- First Aid Kit
Set at our new location on Newcourt Farm in Felindre, Wales, we are in the perfect place for trail running and our challenges will not let you down. Our routes are also slightly different this year with some miles added to the Ultra challenge. We also have distances from 13k – 60k for you to choose from.
This is going to be one of our hardest and most scenic trail running challenge in South Wales, depending on your distance you will be running high in the Black Mountains with breath taking views all around.
If you are going to run a trail race this year then the Black Mountains Trail Running Challenge has to be the event to choose.
The route will be run in an anti-clockwise direction on day 1..
Canicross friendly (please ensure your dog has trained for the event).
Event Galleries All Upcoming Races
Additional Info
Parking
Parking available at HQ
Newcourt Farm Campsite
Felindre,
Three Cooks
Brecon
LD3 0SS
Opening at 6am
Secure parking.
Next to the start/finish line and event Headquarters & Registration
Cost £5 CASH- Paid on arrival.
Number & Timing Chip
For our events, numbers and timing chip's are to be collected on the day of the event at registration.
Please make a note of your registration time for the distance you selected and make sure you arrive giving yourself enough time to register.
Please also make a note of your briefing time and ensure you attend the briefing.
Both the number and the timing chip have to be worn at all times during the event.
You also have the chance to rent GPS tracking units, which enable your friends and family to track you all the way around the course.
Signage
We use a number of signs during our events. Arrow markers are on a hi-viz reflective red with white arrow to mark the direction to be taken.
We advise runners to bring a map of the route with them on event day in case of emergencies. You can download the map and print it and you can download GPX files to your device.
Regarding training weekends, no signage will be provided, as all runs will be guided.
Camping Info
Camping is available at headquarters on Friday and Saturday nights, HQ.
Cost £7 per person per night (Plus £5 for your vehicle)
Newcourt Farm Campsite
Felindre,
Three Cooks
Brecon
LD3 0SS
Please note this is a basic campsite.
Fresh Water tap and loos onsite.
No Electrical hookups available.
No disposable barbecues or fire pits allowed.
To reserve a camping spot please write to [email protected] with your arrival time & tent size/camper van information included.
What You Get
- Trail Events Co large bespoke finishers medal
- Trophies for first three male and female runners in each distance, plus a trophy for the first male and female over 50 in each distance (For the Backyard Ultra, only the winner gets a trophy)
- Energy refreshments at the checkpoints and finish line
- Experienced medical cover – Medics (Mobile)
- Friendly, personal assistants, advice and support
- Fully Signed Course
- Chip Timing
- Free Professional Race Photos
- Trail Events Co Snood
- Also on offer:
- Technical Running T-shirt (£15)
- For the Backyard Ultra, you can purchase a limited edition T-shirt (£15) and a limited edition hoody (£30)
- GPS tracking units (available at £20 per day for hire)
