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8K Out of the Woods

Name: 8K Out of the Woods
Start: 2026-04-12
End: 2026-04-12
Location: Gortnarup

Gortnarup, Ireland • 12 Apr 2026

8K Out of the Woods

The 8K Out of the Woods is a community event held in Tourmakeady. This event is designed for walkers, joggers, and runners. The route follows a scenic path that guides participants through the Tourmakeady woods.

The event offers a single distance:

8 km walk, jog, or run

The race operates under an approved permit, certificate number 26/161. Following the activity, participants can gather for refreshments and the presentation of prizes.

Registration is open to different age categories. Participants aged 17 and over have a registration fee, while those under 16 can enter for free. Online ticket sales are available through the official platform until the day before the event. The course takes advantage of the natural landscape, focusing on the wooded areas of the region. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Ireland Gortnarup

Race information

Registration

8 km

8km Out of the Woods

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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