Skyrun the Mournes

Newcastle, United Kingdom • 10 Oct 2026

SkyRun the Mournes

SkyRun the Mournes is a mountain running event held in the Mourne mountains on 10th October 2026. The event features three distinct races that follow mapped mountain routes and include marked elevation profiles and support on course.

The event offers these distance options:

  • Mourne SkyUltra: 50 km / 31 mi
  • Mourne Skyline: 35 km / 22 mi
  • Mourne SkyTrail: 20 km / 12.5 mi

Each race lists a documented elevation gain: the SkyUltra shows 3,500 m+ / 11,500 ft+, the Skyline 2,700 m+ / 8,900 ft+, and the SkyTrail 1,300 m+ / 4,300 ft+. Cut-off limits are specified for each distance: a 12 hour limit for the SkyUltra, an 8 hour limit for the Skyline, and a 4 hour limit for the SkyTrail. Aid station provision varies by race; the SkyUltra has two aid stations and the Skyline has one aid station. The SkyTrail notes a finisher beer for participants.

Additional event information is organised into sections including entry details, mandatory kit, rules, route maps, and results. Media galleries and past results are maintained for reference. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

UTMB 20K UTMB 50K
Mourne Skytrail
Mourne Skyline®
Mourne Skyultra®
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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