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Knock Ma

Name: Knock Ma
Start: 2025-06-28
End: 2025-06-28
Location: Galway

Galway, Ireland • 28 Jun 2025

Knock Ma is an 8-kilometer mountain running event held in County Galway, Ireland, organized by the Irish Mountain Running Association. The course features a climb of 300 meters and is rated as an easy difficulty level, with fully marked routes ensuring clear navigation. The race starts and finishes at the Knockma hill car park, a popular and busy public area.

Participants are required to carry mandatory safety gear, including waterproof clothing, a whistle, and a charged mobile phone. The event encourages carpooling and volunteering to support the race. It is part of the Galway League and offers a scenic and well-organized mountain running experience. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Ireland Galway

Race information

Registration

8 km

300 m+

8.00 Km

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

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