Glendalough Trail Run

Brockagh, Ireland • 18 Oct 2025

The Glendalough Trail Run is a charity event held in Glendalough, Ireland, to support Fighting Blindness and its groundbreaking eye‑disease research. The next edition takes place on Saturday, October 18, 2025. Participants can choose a competitive 15km running course or a non‑competitive 8.5km walk/jog, appealing to a range of abilities.

The event fosters a supportive, community atmosphere and emphasizes fundraising, with a minimum donation target of €150 per participant. Organisers assist with the fundraising effort and encourage groups and families to join. Proceeds help drive advancements toward treatments and cures for degenerative eye conditions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

UTMB 20K
15 km
9 km
8.5km Walk/jog Course
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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