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Skyrun the Mournes

Newcastle, United Kingdom • 11 Oct 2025

SkyRun the Mournes is a premier skyrunning event held in the scenic Mourne Mountains of Northern Ireland. Featuring three challenging race distances—Mourne SkyUltra (50 km), Mourne Skyline (35 km), and Mourne SkyTrail (20 km)—the event offers elevation gains ranging from 1,300m to over 3,500m. Participants experience rugged mountain terrain with breathtaking views, testing endurance and navigation skills. The races are part of the Skyrunner World Series and provide UTMB points, attracting elite and passionate trail runners. The event atmosphere is vibrant and supportive, with aid stations and post-race celebrations including finisher beers, making it a classic and epic mountain running challenge. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Northern Ireland Newcastle

Race information

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50 km
3500 m+
Mourne Skyultra®
35 km
2700 m+
Mourne Skyline™
20 km
1300 m+
Mourne Skytrail™
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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