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Hill & Dale - Castlewellan

Castlewellan, United Kingdom • 16 Apr 2026

Hill & Dale - Castlewellan

This event takes place in Castlewellan, County Down on Thursday 16 April 2026. The course distance is 8.50 km with a total climb of 330 m. There is no short course listed.

The event is organised by Newcastle AC as part of the Hill & Dales League under the Irish Mountain Running Association. Race marking will cover only major junctions. GPS devices are not permitted.

Mandatory kit is Level B Standard and includes a waterproof jacket, hat or buff, gloves, a whistle, a charged mobile phone with the emergency number stored, and a foil blanket, bivvy bag or equivalent. Carpooling options are managed through the event site and require a login to access.

The organiser provides additional event information and resources through their club and league channels. Safety and beginner guidance are available through the association's general information pages. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Northern Ireland Castlewellan

Race information

Website Registration
9 km
8.50 Km
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