Brockagh

Event Information

The Brockagh mountain run takes place in Wicklow. The event offers two distances: a 9.90 km long course and a 4.80 km short course. The event is part of the Leinster League.

Course and Logistics

The long course has an ascent of 414 meters. The event is classed as having moderate terrain. The route is fully marked, and use of GPS is permitted. Participants are asked to carpool from Kilmacanogue or Roundwood. Participant parking is at the Derrybawn car park in Laragh, where there is a €2 charge per car with proceeds to Mountain Rescue (card payment only). Registration is approximately a 1 km walk from the car park at a small parking area above St. Kevin's National School. No cars are permitted at the registration location.

Mandatory Kit

All runners must bring Level B mandatory kit to the race. This includes a waterproof jacket, hat or buff, gloves, a whistle, a charged mobile phone with an emergency number stored, and a foil blanket, bivvy bag, or equivalent. The specific items to be carried during the race will be confirmed on the day based on conditions. Runners must have the means to carry all required kit.

Registration and Participation

Registration opens on Monday, 11th May 2026 at 21:00 and closes on Wednesday, 13th May 2026 at 12:00. Entry costs €7 for seniors and €5 for over 65s and under 18s. The entry limit is 200 participants. The main race starts at 19:30. The short course and junior route start 5 minutes after the main race, and an early start option is available at 19:00.

A kit collection for donation to new trail runners will take place at registration. The prizegiving will be at Lynhams. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.