Slieve Martin

APR

30

2026

Explore the natural landscape of County Down with this 7 km mountain race featuring 550 meters of climbing. Part of the Hill and Dales series this evening run emphasizes traditional navigation and essential safety gear.

Thu 30 Apr 2026

Mourne Mountains, Northern Ireland

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7 kilometers

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Slieve Martin Mountain Race

Slieve Martin is an off-road running event held in County Down, forming part of the Hill and Dales series organized by Newcastle AC. The race takes place on Thursday, 30th April 2026. The course covers a total distance of 7.00 km and features an elevation gain of 550 meters.

Participants navigate terrain classified as easy, though the route includes significant climbing. Race marking is limited to major junctions only, and the use of GPS devices for navigation is not permitted during the event. Participants must adhere to Level B mandatory kit requirements to ensure safety on the mountain.

The required safety equipment includes:

A waterproof jacket
A hat or buff
Gloves
A whistle
A charged mobile phone with an emergency number stored
A foil blanket, bivvy bag, or equivalent emergency shelter

The event is integrated into the Hill and Dales League and is managed in accordance with the Irish Mountain Running Association and Northern Ireland Mountain Running Association guidelines. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

7 km

Main Race