OTT Ultra

Below are the key details about the running event along with a Google map & search link. Spot any mistakes or missing info? Use the 'Report' button below.

When
07 Nov 2026
Distances
30 Miles
Location
Merthyr Tydfil
Terrain
Trail
Event website
https://offthetarmac.co.uk/

About OTT Ultra

The OTT Ultra takes runners across technical trail terrain through the Brecon Beacons, covering 30 miles from Merthyr Tydfil on 7 November 2026. Starting at George town boys and girls club, the route heads north along the Taff Trail before climbing to Pen y Fan, South Wales' highest peak at 886 metres, then descends via Jacob's Ladder to the Roman Road. The second half follows forestry tracks past Dolygaer and Pontsticill Reservoir before returning along the Taff Fechan Nature Reserve back to the finish.

Five checkpoints are positioned throughout the route, with water and food available at four of them (at 6, 13, 19.5 and 26 miles, plus a check-in/check-out point at Pen y Fan summit). A cutoff of 14:00 at the 19.5-mile checkpoint means runners need to maintain roughly 19 minutes per mile pace. The event is cup-less, so participants should bring their own drinking vessel if they wish to use checkpoint drinks.

Details incorrect?
Report event Reported

More running events in Wales

Disclaimer

Runventory uses publicly available data to curate a list of events that runners might be interested in.

We are not affiliated with any of the events listed on this website.

Always refer to an official event website for the most up-to-date information.

back