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LAKERS Roundwood Reservoir 10km Run
2018-04-21 10:30 - 17:00 (Europe/Dublin) | Roundwood, Wicklow, Roundwood, Wicklow, Ireland
REGISTRATION

Registration will take place at Roundwood Parish Hall,
Registration on race day opens at 8.30am and closes at 10.00 am.
The Race starts at 10.30 am
Tech T-Shirts and race numbers will be available at registration
T-Shirts are only guaranteed for competitors who registered online prior to 31st March 2018.
ROUTE
The route is around the reservoir and is mostly trail with some uneven terrain, there is only approx. 1km on the road (3km-4km) and will be chip timed for runners.
REFRESHMENTS
Water Station on route of Run (approx. 4.5km)
Water Station at Finish Line with Light refreshments
PRIZE GIVING
Cash Prize of €100 for 1st Male & Female winner
Cash Prize of €50 for 2nd Male & Female winner
Prize Giving is approx. 12 noon at Parish Hall
BBQ and refreshments at Parish Hall post-race.
Register online HERE

Run for Boylo 10k/5k
2018-04-22 12:00 - 17:00
The 7th annual Run for Boylo will take on Sunday 22nd April 2018 in Foxford, Co. Mayo. This is both a 10km and 5km run/walk event. The race will be chipped timed and there will also be cash prizes for the 10km event.Registration at Foxford Sports and Leisure Centre from 9am-11:30 with all races starting at 12.
This event is going from strength to strength and draws big numbers each year. For more information please check out the Facebook page “Run for Boylo” for more details.

Athlone 10k/5k Run
2018-04-22 13:00 - 15:30 | clonown, CLonown, Athlone, N37 AW96
Athlone 5k run starts at 1.00
Cost: €10
Athlone 10k run starts at 1.30
Cost: €20
Location: Clonown, Athlone. Eircode: N37 AW96
Enter online until at Sat 21/4 @ 14.00:
https://www.active.com/athlone-roscommon/running/distance-running/athlone-10k-5k-run-2018
AI permit (5k O16; 10k O18)
2 x flat courses
Cash prizes for 10k
Great atmosphere
Enter on the day from 12.00
Check out our Facebook page for more details: https://www.facebook.com/Athlone10krun
Email: athlone10krun@gmail.com

Pettitt's SuperValu Wexford Half marathon & 10km
2018-04-29 10:30 - 17:00 | Wexford Town, Wexford, Wexford Town, Wexford, Ireland
Wexford has proven itself over the years as Ireland’s record-breaking course. In 2012 a Guinness world record was broken in retro running!
Individually people have consistently got PB’s. In 2016: Half marathon 68% PB’ed and 10km 70% PB’ed. And 93% said they were likely to do a PB on the course. Wexford is a fast course…
2018 is our 10th Anniversary year for Wexford (and Wicklow & Clontarf). We have a special collectors medal. It is a Trilogy Jig Saw medal that has spinners in the center of each one. Each medal alone is a unique piece of art.
As well as the medal we’ll have some surprises to mark the 2018 race. This is the ‘Wexford Gathering 2018. Return to the Run and Fun!’
The half marathon participants run through the iconic gardens of Johnstown Castle. Half marathon also has pacers catering for 1.30/ 1.45 / 2hrs.
Wexford has proven itself a must do race for quality, friendliness and atmosphere. Parking is easy and the course has plenty of variety starting in the town and taking you around surrounding countryside.
Entry includes Tech top. Water bottles. Medal. Soup & roll post-race. Accurate course. And the other stuff. Enter now and make Wexford your PB course for half marathon or 10km in 2018!

Fr Micheal Mannion Annual 10K Road Race
2018-04-29 12:00 | Clonbur /Cong
The RESCHEDULED Fr Micheal Mannion Annual 10K Road Race will begin in Clonbur Co Galway and follow the road towards Cong before looping back into Clonbur in a clockwise direction.The course consists of medium climbs.It will be timed with water stops on route. Course will be marshaled and the event is supported by the local branch of The Irish Red Cross and Gardai with refreshments at the end of the race. Ample parking available.
First Male and Female home will be presented with The Fr Micheal Mannion Memorial Cup.
Prizes for 1st,2nd,3rd Male & Female. Also prizes for Over 60’s and under 16’s.
All participants will receive a T-Shirt on the day.
For those not wishing to run the 10K there will be the option of a fun run/walk 5/6K on the day.
Clonbur has wonderful woodland amenities and a walk will be available there for those looking for something more leisurely on the day.
Registration on the day only from 10am in Clonbur Community Centre.
Entry fee for 10K race €20
Under 16’s Free.
Special Guest on the day The Liam McCarthy Cup
Voluntary Donation for fun run/walk.
All proceeds from the event go to the local Zambia Housing project of which Fr Micheal Mannion was an active member. This group has been aiding vulnerable street children and families in Kitwe Zambia for over 10 years.

Duleek Cystic Fibrosis 10K Remembrance Run
2018-04-29 14:00 - 17:00 | Duleek Meath, Duleek, Meath
Duleek Cystic Fibrosis 10K Remembrance Run
Book Tickets at Eventbrite

The PolskaÉire Run
2018-05-05 09:30 - 13:30 | Phoenix Park, Dublin, Ireland
Join us to commemorate the Centenary of Regaining Independence of Poland, and to celebrate Polish-Irish relations.
The PolskaÉire Run is an event incorporated into this year’s edition of the PolskaÉire Festival (Polish-Irish Integration Festival). It will be a great opportunity to promote integration through sport.
Check out the Event Video here!
All participants will receive a special edition commemorative finishers medal. This is a chip timed event.
Race Start Times:
09:30 – Family Run
10:00 – 5KM
11:00 – 10KM
Gather a group of 4 or more (family, friends, neighbours – they all count) and get a 25% group discount on registration!
Register HERE

Western People West Of Ireland Women's Mini Marathon
2018-05-06 12:00 - 14:00 | The Mall Castlebar, The Mall, Castlebar
Welcome to the 9th Annual Western People West of Ireland Women’s Mini Marathon
The West of Ireland Women’s Mini Marathon (10K) takes place on Sunday May 6th 2018 at 12noon. Starting and Finishing at the Mall in Castlebar, Co. Mayo.
Enter online at www.westofirelandwomensminimarathon.com
For furhter queries please contact Mayo Sports Partnership on 094-9047025 or email msp@mayococo.ie

Loughglynn Woodlands 5/10km
2018-05-06 14:00 - 17:00
Sunday 6th May brings the 5th Annual Loughglynn Woodlands 5k and 10k Walk/Jog/Run!
Start Time is 2pm sharp. (Please Note earlier start time)
Entry Fee: Adult €10 U16 €5 Family €25
This year the race will be fully chip timed.
Both the 5k and 10k follow beautiful scenic routes around by the lake and back to the village. The 5k is mostly flat, and the 10k has a couple of nice hills for those who like a challenge!
Prize giving and refreshments immediately after in Loughglynn Community Centre. The course is measured and marked, and Chip timed.
This year all funds are in aid of Loughglynn Community Centre.
Last year we had a record attendance, and we hope 2018 is going to be even bigger and better! Please share and invite your friends to spread the word! 🙂

Annual Whitegate “Dinny Ryan” 10k Road Race
2018-05-07 10:30 - 15:00
Come join us for our Annual Dinny Ryan 10k on the shores of Lough Derg in Whitegate, Co. Clare.
This event has increased in popularity over the years. It is named in honour of a successful local athlete, Dinny Ryan, who won many medals for cross country running in the 1950s.
May 7th 2018 Event:
10k Road Race and 5k Fun Run/Walk
Registration from 10.30am in the GAA clubhouse – race begins at 12pm.
The Dinny Ryan Perpetual Cup will be presented to the winner of the 10k and there will be cash prizes and trophies to be won. It promises to be an enjoyable event.

Family Carers Kilkenny Mini Marathon
2018-05-07 11:00 - 15:00 | kilkenny, Kilkenny City, Kilkenny, Ireland
Bank Holiday Monday 7th May 11am
Aspect Hotel Kilkenny.
Fun,family day out. 10K and 5K Route.
Registration fee €15
Family/Team of four € 50
Late regisrtation €20

Run, jog, walk or amble for Family Carers in this year’s
Kilkenny Mini Marathon
With a 10km run or walk, and a 5k run or walk starting at Aspect Hotel on the Waterford Road, with KCLR broadcasting live from the venue, a great atmosphere is guaranteed for the participants and their supporters on the day.

“We have some great prizes this year for the fastest finishers, and spot prizes for those taking part, including weekend breaks, electrical and household items. This year, medals will be given out to all participants who cross the finish line.

You can register for the Mini Marathon on the Family Carers Ireland website www. familycarers.ie or www.runireland.com or by post or by calling into our centre at the Springhill Clinic on the Waterford road or by phoning 056 7721424. Registration costs €15 with the closing date on Thursday 3rd May at 5.00pm. You can also register on the day of the Mini Marathon at 9.30am and the fee is €20. We look forward to seeing you all on the day.

Roscommon Care to Run 5k / 10k
2018-05-07 12:00 - 17:00

Splashworld 10k
2018-05-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Splashworld, Tramore, Waterford, X91 P8EW, Ireland
The Splashworld 10k road race, in association with Tramore Athletic Club, will take place, at 7 pm, on Friday the 11th of May.
Proceeds from this event will be going towards the development of a Running/Training track for use by Tramore Athletic Club.
10K runners will be chip timed by Total timing. Race numbers will be given out to people registered online at Total Timing on the evening of the event or can be collected at Splashworld the day before the event.
Participants can avail of Splashworld’s changing rooms and use the pool, free of charge, following the event.

Inishbofin Half Marathon & 10K
2018-05-12 10:00 - 13:00 | Inishbofin Community Centre, Inishbofin, Co Galway
This unique event in aid of Voices for Down Syndrome Galway takes place on beautiful Inishbofin Island, situated on Connemara’s stunning Wild Atlantic Way. The island is steeped in history, and is renowned for its traditional music and unspoiled sandy beaches.
Inishbofin Half Marathon & 10k will take place on Saturday 12th May 2018. Whether you’re a serious runner looking for a new challenge, or a rookie looking to run, jog or walk on quiet roads, the route offers a mix of flat and inclined terrain, meandering through fine scenery, with spectacular views of the beautiful Connemara mountains. Your registration also includes return ferry ticket and post-race BBQ with live music.
Enjoy a weekend of island hospitality, whilst raising vital funds for Down Syndrome Ireland, Galway Branch.
Registration fee: €60 includes
return ferry crossing
entry to Half Marathon/10k on Saturday 12th May, 10am
sponsorship pack & tech race tee shirt
snack & water stops during event
light refreshments provided after race (showers available)
BBQ with live music on Saturday evening
As this is a charity event, we require all race participants to raise a minimum of €100 sponsorship for Down Syndrome Galway’s speech and language therapy, education and social projects. This charity provides vital services to over 100 children and adults in Galway city and county, and receives no government funding.
For more information visit www.downsyndromegalway.ie
For information on beautiful Inishbofin visit www.inishbofin.com
telephone enquiries to Pat Coyne 0872850812

Jump Juice Bars St Anne's Park 5K & 10K
2018-05-12 18:30 - 20:00
Welcome to the Jump Juice Summer Park Race Series. This is our 6th year of bringing you a selection of 5km and 10km races some of best parks of Ireland.
Jump Juice Summer Park Series Race 1: St Anne’s Park 5km & 10km – 12 May from 18.30 – St. Anne’s Park, Raheny, Dublin 5.
Jump Juice Summer Park Series Race 2: Malahide Castle 5km & 10km 1 July from 10.00 – Malahide Castle, Malahide, Co Dublin.
We are including a Tech Running T-Shirt for all standard entries and one T-Shirt only for the discounted 2 x race deal.
You will also receive an excellent race pack from Jump Juice that includes a bag, water bottle and Jump Juice voucher (Free Smoothie / Juice).
So don’t delay and get registered today!
For all inquiries please email Simon or John on malahidecastlers@gmail.com
Due to County Council restrictions, we are limited to only 500 entries per race so don’t leave it too late.
Event details and schedule:
The route is entirely on path within St Anne’s Park. The 5km & 10km routes will be largely flat. Parking facilities are excellent in both parks. Each race will have aid/water station at 5km and water, refreshments and some treats at the finish line
**Please note that refunds incur an administration cost of €10. After 12 April 2018, no refunds can be processed.

The Searlait Tywang Memorial Road Run
2018-05-13 10:30 - 17:00 | kilkenny, Kilkenny City, Kilkenny, Ireland
Sunday 13th May 2018 sees the 3rd Searlait Tywang Memorial Road Run again we are hosting 500M Kids Dash, 5K, 10K, 10 Mile & Half Marathon
2018 promises to be even better.
We once again are offering a distance to suit everyone with our half marathon, 10mile, 10km and 5km events and of course our kids 500m dash for our up and coming runners. This year’s event is capped at 700 participants with 150 of these places for the 5k event. This year we are timing our 5k event and yes you will all receive a custom made medal.

RUN DUBLIN RUN NEWBRIDGE HOUSE 5K & 10K
2018-05-13 11:00 - 13:00 | Newbridge House & Farm, Hearse Road, Dublin
Following a successful RUN DUBLIN RUN Race series in 2017 BORNN2RUN Events are delighted to launch this year’s series which takes place over three Sundays in May.
This year’s series comprises of three races, Newbridge House, Donabate Sunday 13th May, Santry Demesne Sunday 20th May and Malahide Castle Gardens Sunday 27th May. This event is suitable for all abilities of runners.
SIGN UP TO ALL THREE RACES ON THE NEWBRIDGE HOUSE COMBINED REGISTRATION FORM TO RECEIVE A FREE RUN DUBLIN RUN T-SHIRT AT THE FINAL RACE IN MALAHIDE CASTLE ON SUNDAY 27TH MAY.
Newbridge House is the perfect setting for the first race on the impressive early 18th-century Georgian estate situated in north County Dublin, Ireland. Set within 400 acres of partially wooded park, Newbridge House is sure to please the off-road runner and lives up to our motto “Great Races in Great Places”.
For full race details visit our website: www.born2runevents.com and like us on facebook for regular updates.
Event details and schedule
10K Race Starts at 11.00am close to the front of the House, please look out for the inflatable gantry at the start/finish line. The 5K starts shortly after the 10K race.
Registration packs can be collected from the marques at the start/finish line from 9am – 10.45am.
Chip timing
All participants receive a beautiful RUN DUBLIN RUN interconnecting series medal.
Free post race refreshments after the race from 11.45am.

Run For A Life
2018-05-19 12:00 - 17:00 | Corkagh Park, Dublin 22, Ireland
The ‘Run for a Life’ family fun run on May 19th in Corkagh Park is open to people of all ages and levels of fitness who can choose to walk, jog or run in the chip-timed event, which offers prizes for winners in a choice of 2.5km, 5km and 10km distances.
The Run for a Life Entry fee is €20 adult, €10 child and €45 for a family of up to 2 adults and 4 children. All finishers will receive a medal and entry fee also includes soup and sandwiches.
For more information on the event visit website www.runforalife.ie

Bay Run
2018-05-20 10:00 - 17:00 | Bantry, Cork, Bantry, Cork, Ireland
When you enter the Bay Marathon, Half Marathon & 10Km you will receive:

Race Timing Chip
Finishers Technical T Shirt – Extra Charge of €10, not included in entry
Race Number
4 water stations and refreshments after the race – 3 water stations
Finishers Medal
All proceeds go to Bantry Hospice

The Bay Run follows a scenic route, going from Glengarriff to Bantry, where you can soak up all the beautiful West Cork scenery while you run. It consists of both a 10km and Half Marathon which are available to both walk & run.
The Bay Run is a charitable event with all proceeds (after costs) in aid of the Bantry Hospice. It has raised over €13,000 in the last 3 years and plans to raise even more this year.

RUN DUBLIN RUN SANTRY DEMESNE 5K & 10K
2018-05-20 11:00 - 13:00 | Santry Demense, Gulliver's Retail Park, Dublin
Following a successful RUN DUBLIN RUN Race series in 2017 BORNN2RUN Events are delighted to launch this year’s series which takes place over three Sundays in May.
This year’s series comprises of three races, Newbridge House, Donabate Sunday 13th May, Santry Demesne Sunday 20th May and Malahide Castle Gardens Sunday 27th May. This event is suitable for runners of all abilities.
ENTER THE COMPLETE SERIES ON THE COMBINED REGISTRATION BEFORE THURSDAY 10TH MAY TO RECEIVE A FREE RUN DUBLIN RUN T-SHIRT. SEE LINK BELOW:
CLICK HERE TO ENTER COMPLETE SERIES
CLICK HERE TO ENTER SANTRY DEMESNE 5K OR 10K
Santry Demesne is the second race in the series and starts and finishes in Gulliver’s Retail Park and then weaves around Santry Demesne once the site of a palatial old house and gardens, many clues to the house still exist, the house foundations, front steps, tree avenue and the walled garden within the grounds of the park.
For full race details visit our website: www.born2runevents.com and like us on face book for regular updates.
Event details and schedule
10K Race Starts at 11.00am beside Hombase at Gulliver’s Retail Park, please look out for the inflatable gantry at the start/finish line. The 5K starts shortly after the 10K race.
Registration packs can be collected from the marques at the start/finish line from 9am – 10.45am.
Chip timing
All participants receive a beautiful RUN DUBLIN RUN interconnecting series medal.
Free post race refreshments after the race from 11.45am.

Malahide Castle 5k/10k Charity Fun Run and Walk for the Homeless in Dublin
2018-05-20 11:00 - 17:00
RUN OR WALK FOR THE HOMELESS IN NORTH COUNTY DUBLIN
Third year in a row Malahide Castle Charity Fun Run and Walk” in aid of homeless charities including Alice Leahy TRUST and the Salvation Army- 5km or 10km taking place at 11am on Sunday, 20th May 2018 in the beautiful location of Malahide Castle in North County Dublin.
You can choose to run or walk either the 10km or the shorter 5km option. Everyone invited!
Come along and support your local community!

5/10K May Walk/Run For Cancer Research & North West Hospice
2018-05-20 13:00 - 15:00 | Leitrim Aughnasheelin Community centre, Aughnasheelin, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim, Ireland
We hold this annual event to raise funds for cancer Research and the North West Hospice. Runners are let off first and timed while walkers can take it at their own pace.
It is a fun afternoon with a cuppa afterwards.

Lough Cutra Castle Triathlon & Multi Sport Festival
2018-05-26 | Gort, Galway, Gort, Galway, Ireland
Lough Cutra Castle in Gort is the backdrop to this action-packed weekend of triathlon racing in Gort, Co. Galway. This first race of the Castle Triathlon series in 2018 sets the scene for a competitive and fun series, hosted within the beautiful grounds of the Castle and surrounding area of stunning South Galway.
All of the triathlon races at Lough Cutra Castle kick-off by launching into an open-water swim in the lake, transitioning to the bike route which circumnavigates Lough Cutra itself with The Half Iron Gauntlet cycle taking in the beautiful and breathtaking Burren National Park whilst the run features a mixed terrain in the stunning surroundings of the Castle.
This year’s event promises to be an amazing festival of triathlon & multisport with events of various distances to test those chasing a personal best and embrace those who are dipping their toes into the sport of triathlon for the very first time.
Triathlon Ireland Major Events
Lough Cutra Castle Triathlon has been awarded a hat-trick of qualifying races on the Triathlon Ireland Major Events Calendar including; A National Series Standard Triathlon, National Mixed Relay Club Championships & Super Series Standard (draft legal) Triathlon in 2018
NEW for 2018
Galway will host Swim only events on Sunday May 26th with the introduction of three swim only distances; 1 mile, 2.5km and 5km, suitable for those wishing to dip their toes into the sport of open water swimming or test their open water swim ability over a longer distance.
The off Road 10K and Half Marathon will take place on Sunday 27th May around the fabulous estate at Lough Cutra Castle providing runners of all abilities with the opportunity to enjoy an off road, scenic and stunning course which has previously only been open to athletes participating in one of the triathlon events.
There is something for everyone at Lough Cutra Castle Triathlon & Multi-Sport festival in 2018, check out all the details on www.loughcutratri.ie
Follow us on Facebook HERE

Lough Cutra Castle Triathlon, Half Marathon & 10K
2018-05-27 | Gort, Galway, Gort, Galway, Ireland
Lough Cutra Castle in Gort is the backdrop to this action-packed weekend of triathlon racing in Gort, Co. Galway. This first race of the Castle Triathlon series in 2018 sets the scene for a competitive and fun series, hosted within the beautiful grounds of the Castle and surrounding area of stunning South Galway.
All of the triathlon races at Lough Cutra Castle kick-off by launching into an open-water swim in the lake, transitioning to the bike route which circumnavigates Lough Cutra itself with The Half Iron Gauntlet cycle taking in the beautiful and breathtaking Burren National Park whilst the run features a mixed terrain in the stunning surroundings of the Castle.
This year’s event promises to be an amazing festival of triathlon & multisport with events of various distances to test those chasing a personal best and embrace those who are dipping their toes into the sport of triathlon for the very first time.
Triathlon Ireland Major Events
Lough Cutra Castle Triathlon has been awarded a hat-trick of qualifying races on the Triathlon Ireland Major Events Calendar including; A National Series Standard Triathlon, National Mixed Relay Club Championships & Super Series Standard (draft legal) Triathlon in 2018
NEW for 2018
Galway will host Swim only events on Sunday May 26th with the introduction of three swim only distances; 1 mile, 2.5km and 5km, suitable for those wishing to dip their toes into the sport of open water swimming or test their open water swim ability over a longer distance.
They will also host a new off Road 10k & Half Marathon on Sunday 27th May around the fabulous estate at Lough Cutra Castle providing runners of all abilities with the opportunity to enjoy an off road, scenic and stunning course which has previously only been open to athletes participating in one of the triathlon events.
There is something for everyone at Lough Cutra Castle Triathlon & Multi-Sport festival in 2018, check out all the details on www.loughcutratri.ie
Follow us on Facebook HERE

The Windmill Run 2018
2018-05-27 09:30 - 17:00 | Garristown, Dublin, Garristown, Dublin, Ireland
The Windmill Run 2018
5km & 10km – Garristown Co Dublin

RUN DUBLIN RUN MALAHIDE CASTLE 5K & 10K
2018-05-27 11:00 - 13:00 | Malahide Castle Gardens, Back Road, Malahide
Following a successful RUN DUBLIN RUN Race series in 2017 BORNN2RUN Events are delighted to launch this year’s series which takes place over three Sundays in May. This event is suitable for runners of all abilities.
This year’s series comprises of three races, Newbridge House, Donabate Sunday 13th May, Santry Demesne Sunday 20th May and Malahide Castle Gardens Sunday 27th May.
ENTER THE COMPLETE SERIES ON THE COMBINED REGISTRATION BEFORE THURSDAY 10TH MAY TO RECEIVE A FREE RUN DUBLIN RUN T-SHIRT. SEE LINK BELOW:
CLICK HERE TO ENTER FULL SERIES
CLICK HERE TO ENTER MALAHIDE CASTLE 5K OR 10K
Malahide Castle Gardens is a perfect setting and lives up to our motto “Great Races in Great Places” with it’s 250 acres of beautiful parkland. This off road race will showcase the stunning scenery that surrounds the medieval demense.
For full race details visit our website: www.born2runevents.com and like us on face book for regular updates.
Event details and schedule
10K Race Starts at 11.00am close to the Visitor Centre, please look out for the inflatable gantry at the start/finish line. The 5K starts shortly after the 10K race.
Registration packs can be collected from the marques at the start/finish line from 9am – 10.45am.
Chip timing
All participants receive a beautiful RUN DUBLIN RUN interconnecting series medal.
Free post race refreshments after the race from 11.45am.

Lough Cutra Castle Half Marathon & 10K
2018-05-27 11:00 - 17:00 | Gort, Galway, Gort, Galway, Ireland
Castle Triathlon Series the organisers of Lough Cutra Castle Triathlon have added both a new Half Marathon and 10k race to its festival of triathlon and multisport on Sunday, May 27th in Galway.
These new events will give runners of all abilities the opportunity to enjoy the incredible off-road course on the castle grounds which have previously only been open to triathletes.
The off-road Half Marathon & 10k in Galway will take place in and around the fabulous estate at Lough Cutra Castle finishing in front of the privately owned Castle on the shores of the Lough.
Castle Triathlon Series are offering a 15% discount on race entry until March 26th 2018.
The off-road half marathon & 10k form part of the 2018 two day festival of triathlon and multisport with a variety of triathlon races and swim only events to choose from over the weekend. Find out more about the weekend festival on www.loughcutratri.ie

Tullaroan Marathon including Ultra, Full, Half Marathon, 10k & 5K
2018-06-02 07:00 - 17:00 | Tullaroan Co Kilkenny, Tullaroan, Kilkenny
Running event with a distance to suit all the family Ultra, Full, Half Marathon, 10K and 5k, with parking, camping, and shower facilities.
Light refreshments after all events, bespoke medal for all finishers and tec top for all Ultra, Full, Half, and 10K finishers
Prices
Ultra €50
Full Marathon €40
Half Marathon €25
10K €20
5K €10

Vhi Women's Mini Marathon
2018-06-03 14:00 - 17:00 | Dublin
We are moving to SUNDAY 3rd June in 2018.

Entries will open in March, make sure you enter early to join us on Sunday!

Portumna Forest Marathon
2018-06-09 07:00 | portumna Forest Park, Portumna, Galway, Ireland
Portumna is a small town in the heart of rural Galway on the West Coast of Ireland. The name Portumna comes from the Irish word Port Omna, meaning the landing place of the oak tree. So not surprisingly, perched on the edge of the quaint little town is a magnificent 450 hectacres of coniferous woodland of Scots Pine and Norway spruce. Portumna Forest Park is also home to a whole host of animals including Fallow deer and the red Squirrel. Every June, the agility of the wild animals in their natural habitat is mimicked by the ‘best of the best’ of distance runners from all over Ireland. In recent years participants have come from all over the world in their quest to find the ultimate Ultra marathon.
Taking part in the Portumna Forest Marathon is a spiritual experience – while it tests the body physically it soothes the mind in equal proportions. The runners, crew and marshalls blend in with the environment and although there is plenty of clapping and encouragement for the runners there is a serenity about the place that bows down to the beauty of the natural environment. Everyone talks a little softer and smiles a little wider. When those inevitable Irish rain showers put in their short but frequent appearances, everyone looks up at the rain drops through the leaves and marvels at the reflections of the rainbows in the puddles – appreciating the fact that the rain had a vital role to play in providing such a luscious backdrop for the run.
There is of course a more practical reason that this Marathon remains one of the most popular ultra events in the country – Portumna, whilst rural, is also very accessible from all four corners of the country.
By the time nightfall descends on a summer Saturday night, over 1,000 competitors would have completed one of the five races on offer -100km, 50km, Full Marathon, Half Marathon or 10k. The fact that runners of all ability and speed are running together turns the event into a motivational haven where training tips and running experiences are shared enroute and everyone leaves determined to move up to the next distance before returning next year.
For more infomation on the event click HERE
