Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Running Festival

JUL
26
2026
Run through the historic grounds of Hillsborough Castle and Gardens on a traffic-free, multi-terrain course. Choose from 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon distances. The event supports Action Mental Health.
Half Marathon 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Event Overview

The Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Running Festival takes place at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens, the official residence of the Royal Family in Northern Ireland. The event supports Action Mental Health (previously mentioned as supporting Northern Ireland Hospice). It is organised by RunThrough.

Distances

The event offers 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon races.

Course

The course starts and finishes within the grounds of Hillsborough Castle and Gardens. It is a multi-terrain route that passes local sights such as Hillsborough Lake and the castle grounds. The paths are traffic-free.

Venue

Hillsborough Castle and Gardens is an 18th-century estate. The castle and its grounds are open to the public seven days a week. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km