Trail Running calendar near Newtownbarry 2026-2027

Take on the Sugarloaf Winter Fell Race from Kilmacanogue GAA in County Wicklow, an 8.60 km route with 417 m of climb and great views over Bray. A 4.00 km junior course is available and winter fell rules and kit apply.

Take on the Carrick Winter race in Glenealy, Co Wicklow with a new 9.00 km winter route and a 4.80 km option for juniors. Tackle scenic, testing terrain then celebrate at The Hurlers for prizegiving.

The Clonmel Trail HM will take place in Clonmel on Saturday 21 February 2026. You can run 22 kilometers.

Challenge yourself on Forth Mountain in County Wexford on Saturday 21 February 2026 with a technical 10 km senior race and a shorter junior option. Expect varied, rocky trails and a steep finish on marked routes with mandatory safety kit.

Brockagh Burst on 1 March 2026 is an IMRA mountain run on a fully marked circular route to Brockagh East Top in scenic Wicklow. About 6 km with 200 m of climb, this Winter League run offers a punchy, fun mountain challenge with mandatory ki..

Aherlow 50k on Saturday 7 March 2026 in County Tipperary is a 50 km Munster Ultra League test over winding forest and fire roads with about 1200 m of climb. Technical terrain and big views promise a tough but rewarding day.

Challenge yourself on Askanagap Hill in County Wicklow on 7 March 2026, part of the South East and Leinster Winter Leagues. Pick the 8.5 km summit loop or a shorter out and back and be ready with mandatory kit.

The Wicklow Way Half will take place in Wicklow on Saturday 14 March 2026. You can run 22 kilometers.

Run Maulin under the stars in a 7.4 km night mountain race in Wicklow with 407 m of climb and scenic descents. The route is fully marked; a torch and standard safety kit are required, with prizegiving at the finish.

Tackle Powerscourt Ridge in County Wicklow on Sunday 22 March 2026, a wild off road test with steep climbs and sweeping views. Choose the 15 km course with 860 m ascent or an 8 km option, route unmarked and GPS use is allowed.

Tackle the Maurice Mullins Ultra in County Wicklow: 50.5 km with 2,280 m of climb over Maulin and Djouce, an extreme, self sufficient Irish Ultra Championship test. Mandatory advanced kit required.

Take on the Knockmealdown Half on Saturday 4 April 2026 in County Waterford, a rugged 21 km mountain route with over 1,100 m of climb and rewarding summit views. Advanced mandatory kit is required for this challenging trail race.

Tackle the rugged slopes of Annagh Hill at this IMRA mountain run, featuring a challenging 10.7 km course with 550 m of climb and a short course for juniors. Expect marked ridge trails, mandatory safety kit, and post race food and prizes.

The Wicklow Glacier Lakes (Solo) will take place in Wicklow on Saturday 18 April 2026. You can run 43 kilometers.

Lough Mohra in County Waterford is a rugged 16 km mountain run with about 550 m of climb, taking in forest, open mountain and lakeside trails. Fully marked and perfect for runners who love technical terrain and big views.

Tackle the scenic Bray Head trail with a challenging 7.3 km route climbing 366 m across rugged headlands and sweeping coastal views. Junior runners can enjoy a 3.5 km loop with prize giving and a post race BBQ at the Martello Bar.

Take on the Trooperstown and Clara Vale Loop in County Wicklow, a scenic 21.5 km trail with big climbs and forest tracks. Fully marked course, part of the Leinster Half Marathon League, with prizegiving and an early start option.

Challenging Tibradden trail race in County Dublin on 29 April 2026 features a scenic 9.9 km course with 365 m of climb. Part of the Leinster League, the event rewards navigation and hill legs and requires mandatory kit.

Join Carrick Mountain in County Wicklow, an IMRA league race with a long 7.9 km course and about 450 m of climb or a shorter sub 5 km option. Enjoy rugged trails, two big climbs and fast technical descents in stunning mountain scenery.

Take on Tory Hill in County Kilkenny on Saturday 9 May 2026 with a scenic 7.8 km trail featuring 350 m of climb and two summit visits. Mixed woods and fire road offer great views and fast runnable sections for all abilities.