Cairncastle Classic

Ballygalley, United Kingdom • 6 Jun 2026

Event Information

The Cairncastle Classic is a mountain running event in County Antrim. It is scheduled for Saturday, June 6, 2026.

Course Details

The long course is 16.20 km with 620 m of climb. There is no short course distance listed.

Event Classification

The race is part of the NIMRA Championships for the medium distance category. It has a difficulty rating of 5 (2,1,2) and is described as "Moderate Terrain, <200M ascent, 6Km - 10Km".

Mandatory Kit

All participants must bring a specified kit list to the event. The final decision on what must be carried during the race will be made on the day based on conditions and announced at registration. The required items are:

  • Waterproof jacket
  • Hat or buff
  • Gloves
  • Whistle
  • Charged mobile phone with an emergency number stored
  • Foil blanket, bivvy bag, or equivalent Runners must have a means to carry all kit. Random kit checks may be performed, and failure to have the required items may lead to denied entry or disqualification.

Other Details

The race is organized by NIMRA. The prizegiving will be in Ballygalley, Antrim. The course is marked only at major junctions, and the use of GPS devices is not allowed. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

16 km
Long
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