Trail Running calendar near Newry 2026-2027

A multi terrain 5 mile race from CS Lewis Square in Belfast that follows the Greenway into Victoria Park with four varied loops. Prizes are awarded and all finishers receive a Boundary Brewery beer.

Participate in a 16.20 km mountain race through County Antrim as part of the NIMRA Championships. This event features a 620 meter climb over moderate terrain with prize giving in Ballygalley.

A 5K trail race in Phoenix Park on 9 June 2026 featuring a fast two lap grass course, BHAA prizes, and member and non-member entry fees; numbers collected at the Civil Service Clubhouse.

A mountain race on 11 June 2026 in the Hills and Dales series, covering 8 km with 800 m of climb from Ott Car Park. The unmarked, anti-clockwise route is organised by Newcastle AC and requires chest numbers and full body cover.

A chip-timed 5 km run in Trim on 12 June 2026, organised by Trim Athletic Club, with a riverside route past medieval monuments. First 450 entrants receive a technical t-shirt; entrants must be 16 or older.

Experience a mountain run through Ballinastoe Wood in County Wicklow with options for an 11 km main course or a 4.7 km junior route. This fully marked event features challenging terrain and a prize giving in Roundwood.

A hill race in the Hills and Dales series at Hen Car Park, covering 5 km with 500 m of climb on open mountain. The unmarked route requires full body cover and a minimum age of 15.

A two race 4 mile series organised by Clane AC with a trail race in Donadea Forest on 18 June 2026 and a road race on 28 August 2026. Trail shoes are recommended and there is a shorter under 16 event.

A repeated-lap Last One Standing event at Florence Court on 20 June 2026 where runners must complete roughly 4.2 mile laps each hour; anyone who fails to finish a lap is eliminated. All participants receive a medal and event t-shirt.

An 80 km continuous mountain race around Glendalough Valley using St Kevin’s Way, the Spink and the Wicklow Way, with about 3,000 m of ascent and a 12 hour cut off. Mandatory Level C kit and IMRA membership required.

An obstacle race in Derry / Londonderry on 20 and 21 June 2026 featuring a 10 km course with over 50 natural and man made obstacles, plus separate 5 km teen and 2 km mini courses for younger participants.

A technical 16.7 km mountain race from Flagstaff to Carlingford featuring 1050 meters of ascent. This unmarked course challenges runners with difficult terrain and essential navigation through the peaks of County Louth.

A marked forest trail race at Donard Forest Park offering a 6 km course with 400 m of climb, part of the Hills and Dales series. Entrants must be registered with the organiser and meet the minimum age and kit requirements.

The Cringle Hill Fell Race will take place in Isle of Man on Saturday 27 June 2026.

Experience a traditional mountain race in County Down through the Spelga Skyline. Choose between two distances featuring significant elevation and test your navigation skills in the NIMRA Championship series.

A mountain running event in Djouce Woods, County Wicklow, featuring a 12.2 km route with substantial ascent and a junior 4.6 km course. The route is fully marked, GPS is allowed and Level B mandatory kit is required.

Experience a scenic transition from the Newcastle promenade to the foothills of the Mournes in this annual event. Choose between 5km or 10km distances and enjoy a post race BBQ on the coast.

Experience a focused fell race on the Isle of Man featuring a 4.5 km course with 150 meters of elevation. This Summer Hill league counter event starts from the Ardwhallan Outdoor Pursuit Centre.

Tackle the trails of Ravensdale Forest with the Carnavaddy mountain run. Choose between a challenging 10 km long course with 450m of climb or a 5 km short course. Mandatory safety kit is required, and the event finishes with prizegiving at..

A 127 km mountain ultramarathon along the Wicklow Way from Marlay Park to Clonegal on 24 July 2026, with 3,665 m of ascent and a 21 hour limit. Level C mandatory kit is required and GPS use is permitted.