Sat 6 May 2023
TEC Brecon Beacons 2023
The marathon and ultra distances have also got a few new peaks to climb. This year after you summit Pen y Fan, instead of skirting around Cribyn and Fan y Big, you now have the joy of heading over the top of these two peaks!
Ultra | Marathon | Half | 10K
Location
Talybont-on-Usk Brecon LD3 7JECompetitor Limit
1400
Distance
52 KM
32.3 Miles
Total Elevation
2464 Meters
8084 Feet
Entry Fee
£68
Elevation Chart
Elevation chart coming soon!
Registration
6:30 am
Briefing
7:15 am
Start Time
7:30 am
Cut Off Time
Sat 6th - 7:00 pm
Distance
43 KM
26.7 Miles
Total Elevation
1923 Meters
6309 Feet
Entry Fee
£58
Elevation Chart
Elevation chart coming soon!
Registration
7:30 am
Briefing
8:15 am
Start Time
8:30 am
Cut Off Time
Sat 6th - 7:00 pm
Distance
25 KM
15.5 Miles
Total Elevation
904 Meters
2966 Feet
Entry Fee
£45
Elevation Chart
(Click Me!)
Registration
8:30 am
Briefing
9:15 am
Start Time
9:30 am
Cut Off Time
Sat 6th - 7:00 pm
Distance
10.6 KM
6.6 Miles
Total Elevation
282 Meters
925 Feet
Entry Fee
£33
Elevation Chart
(Click Me!)
Registration
9:30 am
Briefing
10:15 am
Start Time
10:30 am
Cut Off Time
Sat 6th - 7:00 pm
Download Ultra GPX File3.7KM
From Start Line
7.9KM
To Next Checkpoint
48.3KM
To Finish Line
51.874550, -3.298150
What Three Words:
strut.stylists.handover Google Maps11.6KM
From Start Line
10.7KM
To Next Checkpoint
40.4KM
To Finish Line
51.847570, -3.373310
What Three Words:
badminton.promotes.life Google Maps22.3KM
From Start Line
10.7KM
To Next Checkpoint
29.7KM
To Finish Line
51.872369, -3.479900
What Three Words:
round.hothouse.icebergs Google Maps33KM
From Start Line
14.5KM
To Next Checkpoint
19KM
To Finish Line
51.912580, -3.420390
What Three Words:
rising.sample.sideburns Google Maps47.5KM
From Start Line
5KM
To Next Checkpoint
5KM
To Finish Line
51.911130, -3.338150
What Three Words:
defensive.caskets.output Google MapsAt our checkpoints you will find a good range of items such as (including vegan options):-
Water (Vegan)
Squash (Vegan)
Coke,
Electrolytes (Vegan)
Sweets (Vegan)
Crisps (Vegan)
Nuts (Vegan)
Chocolate,
Bananas (Vegan)
Melon (Vegan)
Cake,
New Potatoes (Vegan)
Along with 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 drinks.
3.7KM
From Start Line
7.9KM
To Next Checkpoint
38.3KM
To Finish Line
51.874550, -3.298150
What Three Words:
strut.stylists.handover Google Maps11.6KM
From Start Line
10.7KM
To Next Checkpoint
30.4KM
To Finish Line
51.847570, -3.373310
What Three Words:
badminton.promotes.life Google Maps22.3KM
From Start Line
15KM
To Next Checkpoint
19.7KM
To Finish Line
51.872369, -3.479900
What Three Words:
round.hothouse.icebergs Google Maps37.3KM
From Start Line
5KM
To Next Checkpoint
5KM
To Finish Line
51.911130, -3.338150
What Three Words:
defensive.caskets.output Google MapsAt our checkpoints you will find a good range of items such as (including vegan options):-
Water (Vegan)
Squash (Vegan)
Coke,
Electrolytes (Vegan)
Sweets (Vegan)
Crisps (Vegan)
Nuts (Vegan)
Chocolate,
Bananas (Vegan)
Melon (Vegan)
Cake,
New Potatoes (Vegan)
Along with 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 drinks.
3.7KM
From Start Line
7.9KM
To Next Checkpoint
17.1KM
To Finish Line
51.874550, -3.298150
What Three Words:
strut.stylists.handover Google Maps11.6KM
From Start Line
9.7KM
To Next Checkpoint
13.4KM
To Finish Line
51.847570, -3.373310
What Three Words:
badminton.promotes.life Google Maps21.3KM
From Start Line
4.7KM
To Next Checkpoint
4.7KM
To Finish Line
51.911130, -3.338150
What Three Words:
defensive.caskets.output Google MapsAt our checkpoints you will find a good range of items such as (including vegan options):-
Water (Vegan)
Squash (Vegan)
Coke,
Electrolytes (Vegan)
Sweets (Vegan)
Crisps (Vegan)
Nuts (Vegan)
Chocolate,
Bananas (Vegan)
Melon (Vegan)
Cake,
New Potatoes (Vegan)
Along with 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 drinks.
This distance has no checkpoints.
At our checkpoints you will find a good range of items such as (including vegan options):-
Water (Vegan)
Squash (Vegan)
Coke,
Electrolytes (Vegan)
Sweets (Vegan)
Crisps (Vegan)
Nuts (Vegan)
Chocolate,
Bananas (Vegan)
Melon (Vegan)
Cake,
New Potatoes (Vegan)
Along with 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 drinks.
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
- GPS Route File
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
- GPS Route File
Advised Kit
- Reusable Cup
Half 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
- Head Torch
- Emergency Food
- Hat
- Gloves
- Base Layer
- First Aid Kit
- GPS Route File
Advised Kit
- Reusable Cup
- Compass
- Waterproof Trousers (Taped Seams)
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)
- Map - To Be Printed From Our Website
- Foil Blanket
- GPS Route File
Advised Kit
- Reusable Cup
- Whistle
- Waterproof Trousers (Taped Seams)
- Head Torch
- Map - To Be Printed From Our Website
- Emergency Food
- Hat
- Gloves
- Base Layer
The Brecon Beacons Trail Running Challenge is now entering its 9th year in Talyboont-on Usk and is one of the most popular events on the trail running calendar in Wales.
This year we have managed to add some more elevation and we’ve taken you off the Taff Trail into the woods and joining the Cambrain Way.
The marathon and ultra distances have also got a few new peaks to climb. This year after you summit Pen y Fan, instead of skirting around Cribyn and Fan y Big, you now have the joy of heading over the top of these two peaks!
We offer four distances at this event. The Ultra Marathon, Marathon, Half Marathon and 10k.
Canicross friendly – 10k and half marathon distances ONLY (please ensure your dog has trained properly for the event).
Camping is available on Friday and Saturday nights.
Event Galleries All Upcoming Races
Event Video
Additional Info
Parking
Parking available
Opening at 6am
Secure parking.
Next to the start/finish line and event Headquarters & Registration
Cost £5 CASH- Paid on arrival
Address
Talybont-on-Usk
Brecon
LD3 7JE
Number & Timing Chip
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.
Bibs and timing chips are collected on the day, during the registration period. Both the number and the timing chip have to be worn at all times during the event.
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.
Self Navigation runs (Dartmoor 100, Dartmoor 50), no signage will be used. Way marks on the national pathways will show the way, along with your gps units.
Camping Info
Camping available at Gilestone Farm - Next to the start line.
Open for check-in from 4pm-8pm each evening, Friday and Saturday on the weekend of the event.
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 book a camping spot please 'add' camping to your basket when checking out when entering an event.
Camping will be found in the 'merchandise' section on RaceNation.
Cost £7 per person per night plus £5 for your vehicle.
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
- 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)
- GPS tracking units are included in the entry fee for the Snowdonia and Lake District, Marathon and Ultra distances.
