Castle to Castle Ultra - Carrickfergus
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Castle to Castle Ultra - Carrickfergus
Castle to Castle offers two event options between Carrickfergus Castle and Belfast Castle. The route includes three climbs that will be traversed: Knockagh, Carnmoney Hill and Cavehill, with views across Belfast Lough. Terrain covers trail, footpaths, road and forest paths.
Distances
- 52.4 mile Ultra Marathon
- Marathon
The ultra follows the course from Carrickfergus Castle to Belfast Castle and back to Carrickfergus Castle. The marathon follows the same route in one direction from Belfast Castle to Carrickfergus Castle. Both events finish beside Carrickfergus Castle.
Participants will be tracked and supported with water refill aid stations and medical cover. Competitors are expected to be self sufficient and to carry mandatory kit that includes a charged mobile phone, waterproof jacket, emergency foil blanket and a bag or pack to carry these items. Organisers do not provide bottled water or disposable cups; runners must carry refillable containers. A drop bag option is available at the turnaround for the ultra.
Route navigation is by GPX file; there will be no additional signage or marshals on course. GPX details will be provided to entrants before the event. Race numbers are issued on the morning of the event. Cut off times are 14 hours for the ultra and 7 hours for the marathon. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
