Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Running Festival
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Event overview
The Hillsborough Castle and Gardens Running Festival is scheduled for Sunday, 26 July 2026 at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens, 349 Hillsborough Rd, Hillsborough BT26 6GT, UK. The event is presented by Gateley and organised by RunThrough Events. It supports Northern Ireland Hospice.
Distances
- 10K
- Half marathon
Course and logistics
Both races start and finish within the grounds of Hillsborough Castle and Gardens and use traffic-free paths. The course passes local sights including Hillsborough Lake, Hillsborough Fort and surrounding forest areas, and includes sections on Ballynahinch Road. The route is described as multi-terrain and each mile is marked with distance flags. Pacers and marshals will be present to guide participants. There is a strict three hour cut-off for the half marathon due to road closures.
Entries and what is included
Reported entry fees range from £36 to £80; specific listed prices are £36 for the 10K, £40 for the half marathon, and a RunThrough Foundation Place entry at £80. Group bookings are available for six people for any distance at £170. Entries include a themed medal, free race photos, chip-timed results and post-race goodies. An event village with food and drink options is provided. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
