Basalt Breaks - Giants Causeway Coast Marathon Events
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Basalt Breaks Giants Causeway Coast Marathon : 11 September 2027
The Basalt Breaks Giants Causeway Coast Marathon was launched in 2010 and takes place on 11 September 2027 near Portballintrae, County Antrim, Northern Ireland. The event attracts runners from Ireland, the UK, and internationally and runs along the North Coast, including the Giant's Causeway and surrounding headlands.
The races use coastal paths, cliffs, beaches, forest trails and technical sections such as the Portbraddon rock scramble. Courses are organised as out-and-back routes and cover a range of distances and formats. The marathon and ultra are ITRA points events, with 1 point awarded for the marathon and 2 points for the ultra.
Proceeds from the 10 km race and the 10 km Challenge Walk are donated to Cancer Focus NI; Cancer Focus NI is the event charity partner. Event partners and suppliers listed for 2027 include NeutriLean, Glens of Antrim Crisps, Mourne Mountains Brewery, Basalt Six, Basalt Breaks (accommodation partner) and INOV8 Trail Running (equipment provider).
Distances available:
- 10 km Race in aid of Cancer Focus NI
- 10 km Cancer Focus Challenge Walk
- Half Marathon (21 km)
- Full Marathon (42 km)
- Ultra Marathon (64 km)
Entry fees shown for 2027 include early bird prices for some distances. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
