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The Sheep’s Head Challenge 2023
2023-05-13 09:30 - 17:00 (Europe/Dublin)
The Sheep’s Head Challenge is a 10 mile, mainly off road route that begins and finishes at the Tin Pub in Ahakista, West Cork. The course follows the Glanlough Loop on the Sheep’s Head Way, with walkers starting at 9.30am, followed by the runners at 11.30am.

This year all proceeds from the event will go to Muintir Bhaire Sea Scouts and Muintir Bhaire Foroige group.

If chip-timing, a flat course and a finishing medal is your thing, this is not for you! What it is however is a community based race, where people of all ages and fitness levels are welcome to take in the fantastic views the area has to offer.

There will be water stations on the course and light refreshments post-race.
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Sligo Coast to Coast 10 Mile 2023
2023-09-23 10:30 - 17:00
The annual Sligo Coast to Coast 10 mile run/walk will take place on Sunday September 24th 2023
Walkers Commence at 9.30am
Runners Commence at 10.30am
The event is managed by Sligo Athletic Club.

The event commences in Strandhill Village near Sligo Rugby Club and finishes on the prom in Rosses Point Village (this route is accurately measured and is open to all. The course is flat with very little in the way of an incline so suits all abilities.
The event is run on a ‘not for profit’ basis and the beneficiaries are the North West Hospice, Focus Ireland and Sligo Athletic Club

Event details and schedule;
Sligo Coast to Coast 10 mile run/walk.
This unique road race is a Point to Point event encapsulating some of the most beautiful sights along the Wild Atlantic Way coastline.
Building on the success of previous years we guarantee all participants a fantastic route with Chip timing and Medal for all finishers, plus a technical T-shirt to all entrants registered BEFORE 20.9.2023– limited stock available to those entering after that date- Get signed upearly to avoid disappointment.
This run is becoming one of Ireland’s most successful and fastest growing 10 mile road races. You will enjoy avery scenic route, mainly flat, perfect for those seeking a P.B. There will be fantastic encouragement from spectators and our dedicated team of marshals’ who will provide support along the course.
Come join us and experience a true Sligo welcome from Sligo Athletic Club. There will be light refreshments provided after the race.

Registration: Sligo Rugby Club:
Saturday afternoon: 23.9.2023 – 4pm-7pm
Sunday morning: 24.9.2023 – 8.30am – 10am

Bus transfers: there will be a limited number of bus seats available (free) to take participants from Rosses Point to The Rugby club in Strandhill on the morning of 24.9.2023 between 8am- 8.30am so car-pooling is encouraged where possible.
Bus Eireann provide a frequent service between Rosses Point and Strandhill – commencing on the hour, every hour from 11.05 through to 19.05 so you could enjoy lunch in Rosses Point after the event. The bus will stop in Rosses Point when flagged down in a safe area.
Click for schedule; https://www.buseireann.ie/inner.php?id=525
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Kinsale 10 Mile Road Race 2024
2024-02-25 12:00 | Kinsale Community School, Kinsale, Cork
Hosted by: Riverstick Kinsale Athletic Club & Kinsale Community School.

The race is set in the beautiful surrounds of Kinsale on a course with real potential for PBs with a fast final 5 mile net downhill section.
We have had some great feedback from our races in 2019, 2020, 2022 and 2023 and hope to make the event even better for 2024.
​We would be delighted if you could join us again in 2024 and come to enjoy all the hospitaliy that Kinsale has to offer
​Entries available now at Kinsale10mile.com
For enquiries about limited elite entries please contact us.
​Race Start and Finish will be based at Kinsale Community School
Prizes;
1st 5 Male, 1st 5 Female
1st Age categories in M/F (40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 65, 70)
1st Wheelchair M/F
​Over 18 years old only are permitted to enter the race.​
Race entry and race information at Kinsale10mile.com

Sheeps Head Challenge 2024
2024-06-08 09:30 - 17:00
Welcome to the most scenic and challenging 10 mile off-road runs anywhere!
The route takes you deep into rugged west Cork, following a section of the world-renowned Sheep’s Head Way.
The mountainous route has an elevation gain of close to 500 metres, following minor roadways, laneways and mountain paths as it climbs to bring you along the top of the ridge of the Sheep’s Head Peninsula.
The Glanlough Loop route owes its name to the Glanlough Lake you descend and circle along the way, you are surrounded by spectacular mountain, coastal and sea views abound on all sides.
Beginning and finishing at the Tin Pub in Ahakista, walkers depart at 9.30am, with runners starting two hours later at 11.30am.
There will be water stations on the route with light refreshments in the Tin Pub garden post-race.

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Coney Island Adventure Run 2024
2024-06-08 11:00 - 17:00
Coney Island Adventure Run
Saturday, 8 June 2024
Strandhill, Co. Sligo
Follow event Run/Walk Road/Path/Park

The Coney Island Adventure Run on 8 June 2024 is a unique 10 mile (15km) race across the causeway to Coney Island, Co. Sligo and back.
There is also a 10 mile non-competitive run/walk. Both events start from Sligo Rugby Club, Strandhill.
This is a fundraising event, proceeds go toward Youth Development facilities at Sligo Rugby.
Chip timing by Core Timing
Distances/Events
10 mile run/walk (non-competitive)
10 mile run

Location map
Registration and start line is at the Sligo Rugby Club, Strandhill.

Event Website
Contact Organiser
Facebook Page

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Sheeps Head Challenge 2025
2025-05-25 09:30 - 17:00
