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Name: Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Running Festival
Start: 2025-07-27
End: 2025-07-27
Location: Royal Hillsborough

Royal Hillsborough, United Kingdom • 27 Jul 2025

The Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Running Festival, scheduled for July 27, 2025, offers an exciting opportunity for runners of all levels to participate in a scenic event. Participants can choose between a 10K and a half marathon, both starting within the picturesque grounds of Hillsborough Castle. The routes will take runners through beautiful forest areas and historic sites, including Hillsborough Fort and Hillsborough Lake. The event promises chip-timed results, unique themed medals, free official photos, and post-race goodies. Group bookings are available, and the festival supports the Northern Ireland Hospice, making it a meaningful experience for all involved. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Northern Ireland Royal Hillsborough

Race information

Registration

13 mi

Half Marathon

10 km

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

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