Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) Mighty Hike
Full Marathon
Brecon Beacons Mighty Hike route map
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About the Brecon Beacons Mighty Hike
Hike solo and meet friends along the way or sign up with a team of friends and family for a memorable day together.
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Frequently asked questions
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When and where does the hike start and finish?
Your Mighty Hike starts at Glanusk Estate, Crickhowell, NP8 1LP, where you’ll join your fellow hikers and get ready to take those first steps together.
Both the full and half marathon events finish back at Glanusk Estate, Crickhowell, NP8 1LP.
Full marathon waves set off every 20 minutes from 06:50, while half marathon waves start every 20 minutes from 08:50am.
Whichever distance you’re taking on, you’ll be surrounded by fellow Mighty Hikers sharing the challenge — with that brilliant finish-line moment waiting at the end.
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What is the Brecon Beacons Mighty Hike route?
Both hikes will start and finish at the beautiful Glanusk Estate in Crickhowell. The new Bannau Brycheiniog Mighty Hike will follow along the River Usk, with beautiful views of the surrounding mountains. You'll also see plenty of historic buildings along your hike.
View the routes on Google Maps here.
You can also view the GPS routes with elevation graphs here for the full marathon and here for the half marathon.
Please note that routes can change following health and safety inspections. If anything important changes, we’ll make sure you know on the day.
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What are the route highlights?
This is a new Mighty Hike that we are delighted to share with you. Bannau Brycheiniog is a stunning natural park and you will pass some beautiful views during your hike. This includes:
- Crickhowell Castle - view the Grade 1 listed, now largerly ruined, castle built in the 1100s with a rich history
- The River Usk - walk alongside this wildlife rich river, full of atlantic salmon, wild brown trout and European otters
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Where should I stay for the Brecon Beacons Mighty Hike?
There are a few options for where to stay for your Bannau Brycheiniog Mighty Hike. For the shortest distance in the morning, we recommend staying in Crickhowell. Another location is Abergavenny which is slightly further away but will have more options.
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How do I get there?
We recommend walking, travelling by car or bike for this Mighty Hike. Glanusk Estate is very close to Crickhowell so for anyone staying locally, it's a very easy morning. If you are travelling by car, the parking for both the full and half marathon can be found at the start line, with the address being:
Glanusk Estate, Crickhowell, NP8 1LP
Planning to use public transport? Check the local bus routes before you travel, as services may not run in time for your start or finish.
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What if my Mighty Hike gets cancelled?
If we ever need to cancel your Mighty Hike, we know how disappointing that will be after all the training, fundraising and excitement leading up to the big day.
We’ll make sure you know what’s happening. Keep an eye on your email and texts for updates, and check back here for the latest information.