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Scarr

Drummin, Ireland • 3 Jun 2026

Event Overview

The Scarr mountain running event takes place in Wicklow County on Wednesday 3rd June 2026. The event features a main course with a distance of 8.60 km and a total climb of 400 m. A shorter course of 5.00 km is also available.

Route Details

This year's route largely follows the one last used in 2023. It starts on a new fire road at the top of Gaffney's Lane, where the Wicklow Way turns. The initial section is a gradual rise along a trail with forestry on the right, leading to a wall. From there, a steep, single-track climb through bracken and heather ascends 200 metres over 1 km to the main ridge of Scarr.

The course then follows a wall clockwise around Scarr. After the wall ends, a marshal will direct runners to turn right for the final steep ascent to the Scarr summit. The descent follows the ridge southeast to the Wicklow Way, then turns left past Brusher Gap Hut to the finish line.

Race Information

The main start time is 19:30. An early start is available at 19:00. A junior race, part of the 2025 Junior League, starts at 19:40. Registration closes at 19:15. Participants must sign in, collect their number, and have their timing chip scanned.

Entry opens on Monday 1st June 2026 at 21:00 and closes on Wednesday 3rd June at 12:00. The cost is €7 for seniors, and €5 for over 65s and under 18s. The entry limit is 200 runners. The event is part of the Leinster League.

Mandatory Kit

All runners must bring Level B mandatory kit, which includes:

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

The specific kit to be carried during the race will be confirmed on the day based on conditions. Runners must have the means to carry all required items. Failure to have the kit may result in denied entry or disqualification.

Getting There & Other Information

The event is located approximately 2.5 km south of Oldbridge, near Roundwood in Co. Wicklow. The prizegiving will be held at Kavanagh's Vartry House in Roundwood. The route is fully marked, and the use of GPS devices is allowed. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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Race information

Registration
9 km
Long Course
5 km
Short Course
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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