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Glenstall Abbey

Name: Glenstall Abbey
Start: 2026-06-21
End: 2026-06-21
Location: Adare

Adare, Ireland • 21 Jun 2026

Event Details

The Glenstall Abbey running event takes place in County Limerick. It is scheduled for Sunday, 21st June 2026. The main course has a distance of 12.00 km and involves a total climb of 999 meters. The event is part of the Coillte Summer/Autumn Trail League in Munster. No short course is offered for this event.

Kit Requirements

The event has a Level B mandatory kit requirement. All runners must bring the following items to the race: a waterproof jacket, a 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 kit to be carried during the race will be finalized on the event day based on conditions and will be announced at registration. Runners must have a means to carry all required kit.

Failure to have the required items may lead to denied entry or disqualification, with random checks possible.

Registration

Entry opens on Monday, 15th June 2026 at 21:00. Entry closes on Saturday, 20th June 2026 at 18:00. The entry cost is €7 for seniors and €5 for those over 65 or under 18. The entry limit is 250 participants.

Event Logistics

The race marking is described as "only major junctions marked." GPS devices are not allowed. The event terrain is rated as easy, with less than 200 meters of ascent and under 6 kilometers in distance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Ireland Adare

Race information

Registration

12 km

Long Course

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

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