Trail Running calendar near Bryansford 2026-2027

The Seven Sevens is a challenging 31 km mountain run in County Down with 2800 meters of climb. Runners must carry mandatory safety gear, with final kit requirements set on race day. The course is marked at major junctions only.

The Scrabo run is a 6.3 km hill race in County Down, part of the NIMRA Championships. Runners must carry mandatory safety kit, with final requirements set on race day. It's scheduled for a Thursday evening in August 2026.

A 7.7km mountain run in Dublin's Ticknock, encouraging low-carbon travel with no on-site car parking. The route features marked trails, forest sections, and a 4km junior course. Registration is at the Blue Light pub.

A challenging 25k mountain run through the Mourne Mountains, starting and finishing at Tollymore Forest Park. This extreme event requires advanced mandatory kit, with only major junctions marked on the course.

Tackle the Cuilcagh mountain run in County Cavan, featuring an 11.9 km route with 870 meters of climb. Mandatory kit ensures safety on this marked course, part of the Ulster and North West leagues. Entry opens in early September 2026.

The Spirit of Axnfell will take place in Isle of Man on Sunday 13 September 2026. You can run 32 kilometers.

Ireland's only two-day mountain marathon challenges teams of two on endurance and navigation in the Mourne Mountains. Four main categories cover 35 to 55 km over two days, with a separate one-day score class available. The event requires se..

The EcoTrail Wicklow returns for its 7th edition in September 2026. This trail running event in Ireland's Wicklow mountains offers five distances, from 10 km to 80 km, each highlighting the region's natural terrain. Registration is open for..

The North Barrule will take place in Ramsey on Saturday 26 September 2026. You can run 3 miles.

A women-only introductory night trail run on the Sugarloaf Way in Wicklow. This 7 km event requires a head torch and trail shoes, with all entry fees supporting Bray Women's Refuge. A sweeper ensures it's accessible for various paces.

The Buzzard's Roost is a 12 km mountain race in County Down with 870m of climb, forming part of the Ulster and NIMRA championships. Advanced mandatory kit is required, with final carry requirements decided on race day. Entries open a few we..

Run under the stars (or mist) in Wicklow. Choose between an 11km mountain loop or a 5km forest trail, both requiring a headtorch and full safety kit. Finish with cake and views at Lough Tay.

SkyRun the Mournes features three demanding skyrunning races in the scenic Mourne mountains. Runners can choose from distances of 50 km, 35 km, or 20 km, each with significant elevation gain. The event is scheduled for October 10th, 2026.

The James Coulson Laxey Fell will take place in Laxey on Saturday 24 October 2026. You can run 13 kilometers.

The Narradale Fell Race will take place in Sulby on Saturday 7 November 2026. You can run 20 kilometers.

The Snaefell and the Tholtans will take place in Snaefell on Saturday 5 December 2026. You can run 13 kilometers.

Experience a classic 17.50 km circular mountain race in the Southern Galloway peaks featuring 800 m of ascent and a summit finish at Cairnsmore of Fleet.

The Pier Gates Remembrance Race in Wicklow honors the memory of IMRA members. It features a main 8.5 km route, a shorter option, and a junior race. Fancy dress is encouraged for this celebratory event.

The 17th Donadea 50k ultra marathon returns, hosted by the Donadea Running Club in Kildare. The event has a specific deferral and refund policy valid until the end of the year.