The Runners Diary

Buttevant AC 4 Mile Road Race 2023
2023-05-19 20:15 UTC
Welcome to the Buttevant RC 4 Mile Road Race 2023.
The route is a relatively flat 4 mile loop (it does have climbs between miles 2 & 3), starting on R580, at the end of town on the Kanturk road, turning left onto New Street, left onto R522, turning left at The Crossroads Bar, bringing you back to the R580 past the start point, left again a New Street with a new finish near the Buttevant GAA Pitch.

Parking near Race HQ (Buttevant GAA Complex)
Off road warm up area available around the pitch
Limited Availability of bespoke water bottles

https://eventmaster.ie/buttevant

Beara Way Ultra
2023-05-19 06:00 | Castletownbere, Cork, Ireland
DESCRIPTION: Beara Way Ultra
COUNTY: Cork
DATE: Friday 19 May, 2023
TIME: 06:00
CLIMB (M):2000DISTANCE (KM):170.00EVENT DIFFICULTY:10 (Extreme) – Extreme, >1,000M ascent or > 30KmRACE MARKING: – Only major junctions marked GPS ALLOWED:Yes LEAGUES:Irish Ultra Championships ENTRY DETAILS: No entry details have been entered for this event yet. Entries for league events usually open a couple of weeks before the event VOUCHERS ALLOWED: No. Online entry only for this race. GETTING THERE: Start/finish – Castletownbere, Co.Cork ORGANISERS INSTRUCTIONS:100 runners, 40 hour limit, further detail TBD

EAGLE AC CHEETAH RUN 5K
2023-05-18 20:00 | Fota island, Cork, Ireland
The 2023 Cheetah Run at Fota Wildlife Park will take place on Thursday 18th May.
There will be a 1 mile race for 11-15 year olds at 7.15pm before the 5k sets off at 8pm.
Details to follow.

IMRA: Tracton Woods
2023-05-17 20:00 | Tracton Woods, Cork, Ireland
DESCRIPTION: Tracton Woods (MinaneBridge)
COUNTY: Cork
DATE: Wednesday 17 May, 2023
TIME: 20:00
CLIMB (M):200 DISTANCE (KM):7.00
EVENT DIFFICULTY:5 (1,2,2) – Easy Terrain, 200M – 500M ascent, 6Km – 10KmRACE MARKING: – Route fully marked GPS ALLOWED: Yes LEAGUES: ENTRY DETAILS: No entry details have been entered for this event yet. Entries for league events usually open a couple of weeks before the event VOUCHERS ALLOWED: No. Online entry only for this race. GETTING THERE: Coming from Cork City, go straight through Carragaline and up the Hill towards Minane Bridge. Stay on this road all the way to T junction at Minane Bridge. Turn right. Tracton woods is about 1km on the right. Car pooling is absolutely necessary. There is a large carpark in Carragaline where runners could meet and carpool from there. We have permission to use the local GAA pitch for parking. Its about 500m away. As you hit the T junction in Minane Bridge instead of turning right for the woods turn left. The parking is 100m on the right. If you are an adult with no kids with you please park at the GAA parking. This will leave the parking at the woods free for Juniors and Kids. This will keep them off the main road. Thanks.ORGANISERS INSTRUCTIONS:This race is open to all IMRA members and costs €5. There is no online pre-registration available. Please arrive at least 30 mins before race start time to give time for race registration.
Under IMRA rules for competitor’s safety, it is mandatory to bring and carry a jacket that is shower and wind proof for the entire race. Any competitor seen not carrying or wearing their jacket at any stage in the race will be disqualified. There are no exceptions to this rule!
IMRA MEMBERSHIP PROCEDURE!
All competitors must be IMRA members. IMRA membership costs €10 for a calendar year. It is unrelated to membership of other athletic clubs. IMRA membership cannot be purchased at the race, you must follow these steps beforehand:

Login to your “myimra” account on www.imra.ie. If you don’t have an account, create one using the REGISTER FOR MYIMRA link, and follow the instructions carefully.
Go to the PURCHASE IMRA PRODUCTS page and purchase 2018 membership using a credit/debit card.
Bring the membership confirmation email containing your race number for the year with you to your first race
Get a bib number at your first race, and hold on to it, as it’s valid for the full year.

Note: If you are not an IMRA member or don’t know your race number, it will not be possible to enter the race

Imra: Galtee Crossing Tipperary
2023-05-14 09:00 | Tipperary
DESCRIPTION: Galtee Crossing
COUNTY: Tipperary
DATE: Sunday 14 May, 2023
TIME:09:00
CLIMB (M):1500
DISTANCE (KM):32.00
EVENT DIFFICULTY:10 (Extreme) – Extreme, >1,000M ascent or > 30KmRACE MARKING: – Route not marked GPS ALLOWED: Yes LEAGUES: ENTRY DETAILS: No entry details have been entered for this event yet. Entries for league events usually open a couple of weeks before the event VOUCHERS ALLOWED: No. Online entry only for this race. ROUTE DESCRIPTION:OPEN MOUNTAIN RACE. FOR EXPERIENCED MOUNTAIN RUNNERS WITH GOOD NAVIGATION SKILLS.
8am Bus from Cahir to race start In Anglesborough. Run at 9am across the Galty Mountains, hitting ALL 10 Points along the way and finish at Cahir Castle Car Park.
GETTING THERE: Cahir Co. Tipperary. Castle Car Park https://maps.app.goo.gl/TVspF1gdDYiMqHBA7ORGANISERS INSTRUCTIONS:OPEN MOUNTAIN RACE. FOR EXPERIENCED MOUNTAIN RUNNERS WITH GOOD NAVIGATION SKILLS.
Runners will be tracked in this race.
Under IMRA rules for competitor’s safety, it is mandatory to bring and carry a jacket that is shower and wind proof for the entire race. Any competitor seen not carrying or wearing their jacket at any stage in the race will be disqualified. There are no exceptions to this rule!
Full mandatory kit will be declared closer to the time. PRIZEGIVING LOCATION: Finishers receive a main course meal in Cahir House Hotel and a finishers t-shirt. Bus transfer to the start line and trackers are included.

Mt. Hillary AC Banteer 5 Mile Road Race 2023
2023-05-14 08:00 - 17:00
Mt. Hillary AC Banteer 5 Mile Road Race
Banteer
10am, Sunday May 14th 2023
Sign up here.
https://eventmaster.ie/event/L3D0Hp3H76

Run Killarney 10k 2023
2023-05-13 09:30 | Killarney, Kerry, Ireland
Run Killarney 2023 takes place on Saturday 13th May 2023 with a half marathon and 10K

Event Description:

Run Killarney has 2 great races on the same day to suit all levels of fitness:
Run Killarney gives competitors the chance to run one of the world’s most breath taking and scenic routes.
The races are open to everyone, men and women alike, at all levels of running experience, walkers, newcomers and people who just want a challenge and a great day out.
Half Marathon starts at 8am and the 10K starts at 9.30am
This is a professionally run event and every effort has been made to ensure that all competitors needs are looked after.

Run Killarney half marathon & 10k 2023
2023-05-13 08:30 - 13:00 | Killarney, Kerry, Ireland
Run Killarney has 2 great races on the same day to suit all levels of fitness:

Run Killarney gives competitors the chance to run one of the world’s most breath taking and scenic routes.

The races are open to everyone, men and women alike, at all levels of running experience, walkers, newcomers and people who just want a challenge and a great day out.
Half Marathon starts at 8am and the 10K starts at 9.30am
This is a professionally run event and every effort has been made to ensure that all competitors needs are looked after

Run Killarney Half Marathon
2023-05-13 08:00 | Killarney, Kerry, Ireland

Youghal 5k Road Race 2023
2023-05-11 20:00 | Youghal
Youghal 5k Road Race 2023
Youghal
Thursday May 11th 2023
Organised and hosted by Youghal AC

This course was measured by John Walshe, Athletics Ireland National Grade Measurer

Cork BHAA: Pfizer 6 mile
2023-05-10 20:00 | Ringaskiddy
Pfizer May 10 8pm start
this 6 mile road race takes place in Ringaskiddy with registration at the Pfizer’s Sports Hall.

Bweeng Trail Blazers 5k
2023-05-07 12:00 - 14:00 | Bweeng, Bweeng

Midleton 5 Mile Road Race 2023
2023-05-04 20:00 | Midleton, Cork
Entries are now open for the Midleton 5 mile, which will take place on May 4th at 8pm.

The event is run by Midleton AC members on a voluntary basis to promote running in the community.
The race headquarters, registration number collection, post-race reception and prize giving all take place at the easily accessible Market Green Shopping Centre which has plenty of parking and is only a few hundred meter’s from the race start.
Entries are now open at www.midletonac.com.

IMRA: Garryduff Woods, Rochestown
2023-05-03 20:00 | Rochestown, Cork, Ireland
DESCRIPTION: Rochestown Woods
COUNTY: Cork
DATE: Wednesday 3 May, 2023
TIME:20:00
CLIMB (M):200DISTANCE (KM):6.20EVENT DIFFICULTY:3 (1,1,1) – Easy Terrain, <200M ascent, <6KmRACE MARKING: – Route fully marked GPS ALLOWED: Yes LEAGUES: ENTRY DETAILS: No entry details have been entered for this event yet. Entries for league events usually open a couple of weeks before the event VOUCHERS ALLOWED: Yes. Race vouchers may be used to enter this event on the day. GETTING THERE: Rochestown/Garryduff Woods is located to the south-east of Cork City.

Most people will probably be coming from the South Ring Road. At the Bloomfield Interchange, follow the signposts for Passage West. This will take you down the slip road by St. Patrick’s Church to a small roundabout. Take the Passage West exit and after almost 200m, take a right up Clarke’s Hill. You will see the signpost for Garryduff Sports centre and Mount Oval bar. At the end of this road, you come to a T-junction, the entrance to Rochestown Woods is straight ahead.
Unfortunately, parking facilities are not available at Garryduff Sports Centre so please do not park here. Parking is limited so car pool where possible. We suggest you park by Rochestown Inn (there is a car park across the road), along Upper Belmont Avenue or Upper Kensington. Please be considerate of local residents. NO PARKING IN THE LANE leading to the woods and under no circumstances is the lane to be blocked as urgent access may be required.

Annual Dinny Ryan 10K Road Race & 5K Fun Run/Walk 2023
2023-05-01 12:00 | Lough Derg
We are looking forward to welcoming you back to Whitegate on the shores of Lough Derg for our annual Dinny Ryan 10k after a 3 year break.

This year all proceeds from the event will go to our local primary school, Lakyle National School.

Our event had increased in popularity over the years and it is named in honour of a successful local athlete, Dinny Ryan, who won many medals for cross country running in the 1950s.
May 1st 2023 Event:
10k Road Race and 5k Fun Run/Walk
Registration from 10.30am in the Whitegate 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.
Contact: aideen.burke94@gmail.com

Burnfort 5 mile
2023-05-01 11:00 | Burnfort
Burnfort 5 Mile
Burnfort Parent’s Assocation are running our inaugural 5 mile race in conjunction with North Cork Athletics Club.
The 5 mile loop race starts and finishes at Burnfort National School and has a slight elevation.
11am Race start, with number collection from 10am.
All funds go to Burnfort Parent’s Association

Regeneron Great Limerick Run 2023, Marathon, Half, 6 miles, Relay
2023-04-30 09:00 - 17:00 | Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
Regeneron Great Limerick Run 2023 – Sunday, April 30, 2023 – Limerick

Event Description:

The Regeneron Greta Limerick Run will take place on Sunday the 30th of April from Perry Square Limerick.
The Regeneron Great Limerick Run is the biggest mass participation sporting event outside Dublin. Every year the City of Limerick comes to a stand still as thousands of runners take over and run the Citys streets! This event has 3 seperate distance options: Full Marathon, Half Marathon & 6 Mile!
START TIMES:
Marathon and the Marathon Relay event will start at 9am. €65 & €100
Half Marathon will start at 10:30am, €55
6 Mile will start at 12:30pm. €20
If postage option not chosen you must collect your race pack from UL Arena between 11am – 3pm on Saturday 29th April 2023.
NO RACE PACK COLLECTION ON RACE DAY

IMRA: Ballyhoura Trail Marathon, Half Marathon & Ultra
2023-04-29 07:00 - 11:00 | Ballyhoura, Kerry, Ireland
DESCRIPTION: Ballyhoura Trail Marathon, Half Marathon & Ultra
COUNTY: Limerick
DATE: Saturday 29 April, 2023
TIME: 9am, 11:00am & 7:00am
ORGANISERS INSTRUCTIONS:The Ballyhoura Half will follow a different route this year seeing it start and finish in Kilfinnane. Most of the route will be run up over Sliabhriadh. Sign in before the race at Scoil Pol. Collect race tee at sign in. Post race hot meal and dessert will be served. Aid stations will be at approx halfway point.
Mandatory Kit: jacket, phone, ability to carry 250ml water, some source of energy (food).

The Karen Fenton Memorial Run 5k
2023-04-23 12:30 | Ballinora, Cork
The Karen Fenton Memorial Run 5k:

The Karen Fenton Ovarian Cancer Fund are hosting the annual 5km run ‘The Karen Fenton Memorial Run’ on the 23rd April, 2023 at 12.30pm in Ballinora, Waterfall.

Previous events were a huge success and we are looking to build on that again in 2023 with another great fundraising and memorial event.

Runners & walkers of all ages welcome. Timed event.
We will be in touch again when we have a date for registration opening.

Bartlemy 6km run
2023-04-23 12:00
Bartlemy School Road Race and Fun Walk
Contact:
W: https://www.facebook.com/Bartlemyschoolfunrun
Event Description:
Bartlemy 6km run – Buy Tickets (eventmaster.ie)

Entry fee is €15 with registration taken online and also on the day. Race is chip timed
The course is a challenging 6km run which will appeal to the serious race goer as well as those who want to take in the scenery with the fun walk.
The location of the race is in the village of Bartlemy (Eircode P61 P761) located between Watergrasshill and Rathcormac
The community hall will be used on race day for registration and post event refreshments (Tea/Coffee, sandwiches, cakes and buns).

IMRA: Tomies / Purple Mountain Kerry
2023-04-23 11:00 | Killarney, Kerry, Ireland
DESCRIPTION: Killarney Open Mountain race
COUNTY: Kerry
DATE: Sunday 23 April, 2023
TIME:11:00
CLIMB (M):867
DISTANCE (KM):12.50
EVENT DIFFICULTY:9 (3,3,3) – Difficult Terrain, >500M ascent, >10KmRACE MARKING: – Route not marked GPS ALLOWED: No LEAGUES: ENTRY DETAILS: No entry details have been entered for this event yet. Entries for league events usually open a couple of weeks before the event VOUCHERS ALLOWED: Yes. Race vouchers may be used to enter this event on the day. ROUTE DESCRIPTION:
Race route Description.
This race is open to experienced mountain runners with the ability to navigate the route safely with map and compass.
There are multiple steep cliffs which pose a danger of life or limb threatening injury.
Visibility is frequently poor, so please be aware of these hazards before entering.
there is a path for the entire route, however, it is very difficult to follow, due to thick heather, and does not alway present the quickest route. Multiple Cairns do no signify waypoints in this race
A. Commence along twisting gravel/muddy road through old golf course gradually climbing
B. Immediately as you exit Golf Course the path gradient steepens as you enter a cross roads of muddy farm tracks. At this Junction, keep Right of the deer fence taking the narrow, twisting single track path uphill along the Lower Slopes of Tomies. This presents a tight bottleneck that competitors will want to plan for – be out in front or wait behind.
C. Continue along this braided, muddy single track uphill in a southerly direction as you leave the deer fence behind, you are on the open mountain. In good Visibility you can see a steep embankment, to your Right, falling down to the River Loe, and straight ahead, the hulking Dome of the first Tomies Top with its Conical shaped Twin out behind
D. The gradient steepens sharply for a lung bursting climb on grass & heather climb to the top of Tomies spot height 568m
E. Upon reaching this point, gradually descend south, along the path into the saddle for approx 400m before picking up the well defined rocky path climbing steeply up Tomies Mountain immediately South / South East.
F. Once climbing Tomies Mountain competitors may choose their preferred route to the summit shelter on Purple Mountain. This signifies the Race halfway point.
G. Follow back the way you came to race start for a hair razing, leg burning descent Finish.
GETTING THERE:https://g.page/Diamond-Way-Killarney?share
Driving From Killarney
A. Drive out the N72 (Killorglin Road)
B. Approximately 1km after the Hotel Europe, take the Left turn signed for Carrauntoohil (The Signpost is huge, you can’t miss it)
C. Continue along this road for approximately 2.5km passing over the River Laune Bridge.
D. When you meet the Hard Right Turn (@ Tomies Cross) follow the road around to the right.
E. Continue for approximately 300m and take the Left up the Long Driveway (this Left turn will be Signed IMRA Race)
If you find yourself driving past the Hotel Dunloe, you have gone too far.
3. There is limited parking at the race start, please car pool where possible.
ORGANISERS INSTRUCTIONS:
Under IMRA rules for competitor’s safety, it is MANDATORY to bring and carry a JACKET that is shower and wind proof for the entire race. Any competitor seen not carrying or wearing their jacket at any stage in the race will be disqualified. There are no exceptions to this rule!

Dromahane AC Barry O'Sullivan Memorial 5k Road Race 2023
2023-04-22 18:00 | Dromahane, Cork
Dromahane AC Barry O’Sullivan Memorial 5k Road Race 2023
Dromahane
18:00pm, Saturday April 22nd 2023
Race Info
Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd men’s and women’s race – course record prizes also
The men’s record is held by Tim O’Connor, An Riocht AC, and stands at 15:52. The Women’s record is held by Carol Finn, Leevale AC, and stands at 18:47

Online Registration
Entry Fee : €15 for Runners
€10 or a donation on the day for walkers (children go free, but must be supervised)

Ballintotis 4 mile road race
2023-04-20 20:00 | Ballintotis, Co Cork, Ireland
The 12th running of the Ballintotis 4 mile road race, hosted by Ballintotis Area Community Council and held in association with East Cork AC, will take place this year on Thursday April 20st (starting time 8pm.) The organising committee are delighted to be back again on the race calendar, following the enforced break due to the covid pandemic in 2020 and 2021.
In 2010, the first staging of the race took place and attracted 425 runners, a figure which at that time well exceeded the organisers’ expectations.
That aforementioned 2010 race got fund raising underway for Ballintotis Community Centre which has since been built and is now the hub of the race.. The event formerly took place in Castlemartyr, but East Cork AC moved the race to Ballintotis, which has proved a hugely popular location, with the venue boasting in excess of 1,000 participants on a number of occasions. The scenic 4 mile loop includes a lap of road bordering Loughaderra Lake in the closing stages.
Great Prize List
Again this year’s race offers great value for money with a very attractive prize structure overall and a full list of category prizes in all age groups (1st 2nd and 3rd) as well as the opportunity to win one of the many spot prizes on offer.
Castlemartyr Resort will again sponsor the top prize of overnight accomodation for 2 people both the male and female winners.
Trabolgan Holiday Village have again confirmed that they will sponsor a Family Weekend Away or Mid Week stay for both the race runner up and ladies runner up. Once more Garryvoe Hotel Leisure Centre have come on board with a magnificent prize for the third runners home, in the shape of six months membership to their superb facility.
As well as the famous Ballintotis Buff again kindly sponsored by Simon Ahern of Ahern’s Centra, J.J Coppingers’, Midleton are again on board to help sponsor a goody bag for all finishers.
Registration Update
Registration is open on line from Friday February 4th. Registration costs 15 euro including service charge, with the option of availing of your race number being posted out for an additional cost.
Exciting Race History
In the inaugural race James McCarthy took top spot with a time of 19:54. McCarthy went onto win the race a remarkable eight times in a row, his best time being 19:23 set in 2016. Then in 2018 … a new man was on the podium as another East Cork A.C competitor Michael Harty won in style and in the process set a new course record of 19:15, with the previous record also being broken by Sergiu Ciobanu who was runner up. Our last race in 2019 saw a new name on the roll of honour – as yet another East Cork Man – Kevin O’Brien broke the tape in a time of 20.13.
The entry was a remarkable 1,170 runners in 2015. Irish Olympian Sonia O Sullivan was among those taking part that year following up on her previous visit in 2013.
Anybody requiring further information on this year’s race can e-mail their query to ballintotisrace@gmail.com or call 086 8778182. .

Shandrum AC 4 Mile Road Race 2023
2023-04-20 19:30 | Newtownshandrum
Shandrum AC 4 Mile Road Race 2023

Newtownshandrum
7:30pm, Thursday 20th April 2023

More details to follow

IMRA: Gougane Barra
2023-04-16 13:00 | Gougane Barra, Cork, Ireland
DESCRIPTION: Gougane Barra
COUNTY: Cork
DATE: Sunday 16 April, 2023
TIME:13:00
CLIMB (M):475DISTANCE (KM):9.70EVENT DIFFICULTY:9 (3,3,3) – Difficult Terrain, >500M ascent, >10KmRACE MARKING: – Only major junctions marked GPS ALLOWED: Yes LEAGUES: ENTRY DETAILS: No entry details have been entered for this event yet. Entries for league events usually open a couple of weeks before the event VOUCHERS ALLOWED: No. Online entry only for this race.
ROUTE DESCRIPTION: The Route – the first 2km are through forestry. Runners pass a car park, we will have a steward there to give directions. The next 1km is on stone steps – they will be slippy, if wet they will be slippier. Thereafter, runners will head across open mountain for about 2km, to the fence that stretches from Bealick to Conigar. FOLLOW THE FENCE – crossing it on the descent and crossing back on the ascent might be best. This takes runners back to the trail that leads over Foilastookeen and the final few km, the Sli Ghaeltacht Mhuscrai route. This trail is newly laid, it has not bedded in, stones are loose and the descent will be a flyer. We fully expect the Medical Officer will be called on, just try to ensure it is not for you! There are two stiles to cross on the descent, we will ask the landowner if we can open the gate at the second one as it will be near the finish line.

Michal Rejmer 10-Mile
2023-04-16 11:00 | Limerick Race Course., Limerick, Ireland
Online registration is now open for the Michal Rejmer 10mile Road race, see link to register.

https://eventmaster.ie/event/Q9v2UnKSOy

This is the 2nd year of the 10mile AAI permitted race that takes place on Sunday, 16th April 2023 at 11am, starting & finishing @ Limerick Racecourse.
The race route starts at the stunning Limerick racecourse and will take participants towards Raheen and through the scenic Patrickswell / Crecora countryside over a fast 10-mile loop before finishing again at the Limerick racecourse. The course has been accurately measured using a Jones counter. This race has an Athletics Ireland permit and will be chip timed.

For the month of December, entry is only €20 The ideal Christmas gift . From January 1st, entry is €25

Race is chipped timed and bespoke medal at the finish for all runners.

Thanks to all our sponsors to date, including our main sponsor, HOMS AASSIST and Limerick Racecourse for their support

This is great race for the 2023 calendar and excellent prep for GLR. Get registered today

The Great Railway Run
2023-04-16 09:30 | cork city, Cork
Event Description:
The Great Railway Run is a running event organised by the Carrigaline & District Lions Club with the support of Carrigaline AC. Proceeds from the event will go towards Carrigaline AC new clubhouse and running track and other Lions Club charities. The 25K road race takes place ​along the route of the old railway line from Cork city to Carrigaline. The predominantly flat route passes through Blackrock, Mahon, Rochestown, Passage, Monkstown, Raffeen and Shanbally before finally finishing at the Lions Youth Centre on Church Road, Carrigaline. The 25K is an ideal event to test pace and fitness before the Cork City Marathon. Entries will be limited to 500 for safety reasons so make sure to register early. A free bus service is provided between start and finish locations.

Cork BHAA: PWC 5km
2023-04-12 19:30 | cork city, Cork
PWC 5km 7.30pm start
The PwC race was a new addition to the BHAA calendar for 2022 and is back again this year. Registration will take place at their office on 1 Albert Quay. The race takes place on the Marina but with a different start and finish line to the traditional Marina 5k. See approximate route below with the start and finishing line near Kennedy park. The race goes down Monahan Rd and comes back up Centre Park Rd with 2 loops making up the 5k.

Run Clare: Kilkishen 10mile: Race 4 of 4
2023-04-09 13:00 | Kilkishen, Clare, Ireland
Run Clare: Kilkishen 10mile: Race 4 of 4
Run Clare, Border Half & Summer Solstice 5 to 10 challenge!

Everyone on the Run Clare committee is dedicated to running, we all love it! We have all been involved in the sport one way or another for most of our lives. We live it and breathe it. One sunny day in 2014 we had the brain wave of encouraging everyone to share our passion for the sport and created our amazing series.

We have listened to feedback and decided to make a couple of changes to keep the series fresh and exciting! We are delighted to announce that we will be moving locations to new areas of the Banner County…

The 5k will be in Lisdoonvarna on Saturday the 28th January, it’ll be a great way to start the journey around the country lanes. The 5 mile will take us to Spanish Point on Sunday the 19th of February, where the route will take close to the Atlantic, then to Ennis for the Eamon Moloney 10k on Saturday the 25th of March, where the urban location is known for its family atmosphere and fast, flat route. Finally we are heading to East Clare for the 10 mile on Sunday the 9th of April.
Sign up here: https://eventgen.ie/run-clare—the-5-to-10-challenge-2021?fbclid=IwAR1U3DA7AxDiiSHp44DA6aA219ROnAyky_8kZAWvuWfYvm50cfXO7W_RIQU

Finishers prizes to be announced in the coming weeks!.

We all start together but we may not all finish together, what matters is that we all have achieved something incredible as an individual.

Where else would you get 4 races over 4 months with all the trimmings you know we do?? In 2019 we had over a 1000 runners from 24 counties sign up for the series, lets get the whole of Ireland coming to Clare and prove that the Banner know about races!

4 races. 4 months. 1 goal.

Dates and times of certain events may be subject to change at the organizers discretion

Bespoke finishers medals for the 10k and series finishers. Free tech tops for the first 400 10k entrants.

Courcey AC 5 Mile
2023-04-09 09:30 | Garrylucas beach, Cork, Ireland
Courcey AC 5 Mile – Sunday, April 09, 2023 – Garrylucas, Dooneen, Kinsale, Co Cork

Note from organisers: Event Description:

Courcey AC look forward to welcoming you to our first 5 mile road race. A fast five mile course in Courcey Country, County Cork. A looped course taking in the back roads and main roads between Ballinspittle & Garrylucas beach. A slight incline over mile 1, mile 2 & 3 are flat & fast. The final mile will have participants looking out at the Atlantic Ocean passing Garrettstown beach and finishing back at Garrylucas beach.
Set the pace by setting a course record for all to chase down in 2024!

Participants must be 16 years or older on the day of the race
Single race entry €20 + booking fee
The use of headphones is not permitted during the race
Entry non refundable/non-transferrable
Buggies / Strollers not permitted
Event capacity capped, get your entry in early

This event is run under an Athletics Ireland permit/licence
This course was measured by John Quigley AIMS/World Athletics Grade A Measurer

Please note for all races starting in 2023 the board of Athletics Ireland has established the requirement for all non-Athletics Ireland registered runners to purchase a One Day Licence (2 euro) during the registration process. This fee goes directly to Athletics Ireland not the race organisers. This fee does not apply to Athletics Ireland registered club members. See Athletics Ireland website for further information.
