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Millstone

Newcastle, United Kingdom • 4 Jun 2026

Event Overview

Millstone is a mountain running event held in County Down. Organized by Newcastle AC, the race forms part of the Hill & Dales League and follows a route through mountainous terrain. The event is classified with an IMRA difficulty rating of 3 (1,1,1), which denotes easy terrain with specific parameters regarding ascent and distance.

Course Details

The race covers a fixed distance and specific elevation gain:

  • 7.7 km total distance
  • 470 m of climbing

The route features limited marking, with only major junctions identified on the course. Participants are not permitted to use GPS devices during the event.

Mandatory Equipment

Safety requirements necessitate that all participants carry Level B standard kit for the duration of the run. This mandatory equipment includes:

  • Waterproof jacket
  • Hat or buff
  • Gloves
  • Whistle
  • Charged mobile phone with the emergency number stored
  • Foil blanket, bivvy bag, or a suitable equivalent

The event is coordinated in conjunction with the Northern Ireland Mountain Running Association. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Northern Ireland Newcastle

Race information

Registration
8 km
Main Course
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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