Trail Running calendar near Slieve Bearnagh 2026-2027

Experience the NIMRA Championship Glenariffe Mountain Race featuring a 9.7 km course with 370 metres of climbing. This chip timed event offers a marked mountain route starting from the Glenariffe Community and Recreation Centre.

The Mount Karrin will take place in Sulby on Sunday 15 March 2026. You can run 14 kilometers.

Experience a guided night race through the technical terrain of Maulin in County Wicklow. With loop courses of 7.4 km and 6 km, this fully marked event offers a unique opportunity for trail running after dark.

This mountain running trial in Powerscourt, Wicklow, covers 6.4 km with 690 meters of climb. It serves as the Irish team selection race for the European Off-road Championships. Entry is limited and specific mandatory kit is required.

Experience the rugged beauty of County Wicklow with a mountain run featuring technical descents and scenic summits. Choose between two challenging distances on a fully marked route that serves as a European championship trial.

The Manx Mountain Marathon will take place in Ramsey on Saturday 4 April 2026. You can run 50 kilometers.

Event Details The Endurancelife Giant's Causeway is a 20-mile coastal trail run on the North Antrim Coast in Northern Ireland. The event takes place on April 11, 2026, with the base in Portrush. Participation contributes to the Endurancelif..

The Pat Dunbar Memorial is a 13 km mountain race in County Down, featuring 700 meters of climb. It is a NIMRA league event requiring standard mountain running safety gear. The finish and prizegiving are at Carrick Little in the Mournes.

Hill & Dale in Castlewellan, County Down on 16 April 2026 covers 8.50 km with 330 m of ascent. The race is organised by Newcastle AC for the Hill & Dales League; GPS is not permitted and Level B mandatory kit is required.

Experience a focused mountain race in County Derry featuring 870 meters of climbing over 11.9 km. This NIMRA organized event follows traditional navigation rules and forms part of the Ulster Championship series.

Experience a varied mountain run over the summits of Bray Head in County Wicklow. Featuring both 7.3 km and 3.5 km marked routes, this event offers a scenic climb past historic ruins and coastal landmarks.

Experience a mountain running race through County Down as part of the Hill and Dales series. This event features a 6.6 kilometer route with 350 meters of climbing on manageable terrain.

A classic mountain race in the Annalong Horseshoe with long and short course options. Runners must bring mandatory safety kit, with final requirements set on race day. The event is part of the NIMRA league and championship series.

Tibradden is a mountain run in Dublin with routes of 9.9 km and 4.5 km, featuring 365 m of climb. The fully marked course requires mandatory safety kit, with final checks on the day. It's part of the Leinster League.

Explore the natural landscape of County Down with this 7 km mountain race featuring 550 meters of climbing. Part of the Hill and Dales series this evening run emphasizes traditional navigation and essential safety gear.

The Dargle Four Peaks is a self-navigation mountain race across four summits in Wicklow. Runners choose their own route between Djouce, War Hill, Tonduff, and Maulin over 15 km. Mandatory safety kit is required due to the open mountain terr..

Experience a focused mountain climb in County Down with the Binnian Uphill race. This Hill and Dales League event features a 3.70 km route with 570 meters of ascent and requires standard mountain safety kit.

The Slieuwhallian will take place in Saint John's on Saturday 9 May 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

Experience a 7 km mountain run in County Down as part of the Hill and Dales League. Tackle a 560 meter climb through major junctions in this organized event by Newcastle AC.

Experience a scenic trail run through Ardgillan Demesne featuring rolling hills and a unique beach section. Choose between the full 8.99 km course or a 5 km junior route along the Dublin coast.