Millstone

JUN

4

2026

Millstone is an 7.7 km mountain race in County Down featuring 470 m of climbing. Part of the Hill and Dales League, this event requires standard safety kit and emphasizes traditional navigation without the use of GPS devices.

Thu 4 Jun 2026

Newcastle, Northern Ireland

Registration

8 kilometers

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Event Overview

Millstone is a mountain running event held in County Down. Organized by Newcastle AC, the race forms part of the Hill & Dales League and follows a route through mountainous terrain. The event is classified with an IMRA difficulty rating of 3 (1,1,1), which denotes easy terrain with specific parameters regarding ascent and distance.

Course Details

The race covers a fixed distance and specific elevation gain:

7.7 km total distance
470 m of climbing

The route features limited marking, with only major junctions identified on the course. Participants are not permitted to use GPS devices during the event.

Mandatory Equipment

Safety requirements necessitate that all participants carry Level B standard kit for the duration of the run. This mandatory equipment includes:

Waterproof jacket
Hat or buff
Gloves
Whistle
Charged mobile phone with the emergency number stored
Foil blanket, bivvy bag, or a suitable equivalent

The event is coordinated in conjunction with the Northern Ireland Mountain Running Association. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

8 km

Main Course