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20% Saving to all repeating athletes & new 5k option
The Aran Island of Inis Meain will host its unique 10k race this year on Saturday March 15.

Inis Iron Meáin, now in its ninth year, attracts hundreds of participants from all over the country for a weekend of fun, exercise, and celebration. Importantly it also helps to raise funds for the island’s second school, Colaiste Naomh Eoin, to help the island’s continued development.

The event caters for both top athletes and the casual runner with three routes from which to choose, both of which take in a large part of the island, boasting spectacular views and variations in terrain – winding roadways, rough terrain, sand dunes and beaches. Previous winners have included Sonia O’Sullivan. And this year participants can also enjoy St Patrick’s Day on the island – the only place and the only day of the year when the island’s traditional game of Cead is played. The 10k is timed for 1.30pm the following afternoon before more celebrating that evening with the legendary 10k fancy dress dance. This year’s theme is “Famous Irish People” – an open Irish-themed fancy dress night with lively entertainment by Enda & Louise all the way from Co. Tyrone. Once again there is a €100 voucher for the best costume. Entries for the event close on Thursday March 13th. The registration fee is €50 but to all past participants there is a 20% discount (€40). A unique event where the ‘craic’ keeps them coming back year after year! Enter now as entries are limited and places are selling fast. For further information and a complete profile of the event and registration, log onto www.inisironmeain.com or register at www.runireland.com, or telephone Geraldine 086 3460792.

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