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Beara Way LITE

Cork, Ireland • 16 May 2026

Event Information

The Beara Way LITE is a mountain running event scheduled for Saturday, 16 May 2026, in County Cork. The start and finish are located in Castletownbere Town Centre.

Course and Format

The route follows part of the marked Beara Way trail to Eyeries Village. From there, runners return to Castletownbere over Mish Kish mountain. The total distance is 70 km with a climb of 2,292 meters.

Support and Facilities

The event provides manned aid stations stocked with tea, coffee, soft drinks, sweets, and snacks. Locations are:

  • Allihies Village (14.5 km & 44.5 km)
  • Eyeries Village Hall (59.5 km)

Marshals will be positioned at Firkeel Gap Road Junction (25.5 km & 36.5 km) and at a stile on the Mishkish Mountain descent (65 km), where emergency water is available. Toilets and first aid will be at the main aid stations. The route passes shops and pubs in Allihies and Eyeries Villages.

Logistics

The entry fee is €60 and includes the use of manned checkpoints where drop bags are available. Runners are allowed two small personal bags (approx. 40x20x25cm). Drop bags can be placed at Allihies Village (14.5 km & 44.5 km) and Eyeries Village Hall (59.5 km). Outside crew support is not permitted.

Cut-off times are exit times from aid stations:

  • Eyeries Village Hall: 19:00 on Saturday (11 hours after the 08:00 start)
  • Castletownbere Town Centre (Finish): 21:00 on Saturday (13 hours)

Mandatory Equipment

Runners must bring a specific kit list, which includes a waterproof jacket and leggings, a hat or buff, gloves, a whistle, a charged mobile phone, a foil blanket or bivvy bag, a map and compass (or GPS with downloaded route), emergency food, water, a means to carry at least 500 mL of water, and a race number with next-of-kin details. The final kit to be carried will be confirmed on race day. Random checks may be conducted. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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Race information

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70 km
Ultra Route
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