The Turkey Trot
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Event Details
The Turkey Trot is a mountain running event scheduled for Saturday, December 26, 2026 in County Down. The race is organized by NIMRA (Northern Ireland Mountain Running Association).
The Course
The course has a total climb of 400 meters over a distance of 7.5 km. The terrain is described as easy. The event difficulty rating is 3, which corresponds to easy terrain, less than 200 meters of ascent, and less than 6 km in distance (though the listed distance exceeds this). Race marking is minimal, with only major junctions marked. The use of GPS devices is not allowed.
Mandatory Kit
All runners must bring specific mandatory kit to the event, categorized as Level B - Standard. The required items are:
- Waterproof jacket
- Hat or buff
- Gloves
- Whistle
- Charged mobile phone with an emergency number stored
- Foil blanket, bivvy bag, or equivalent Runners must also have the means to carry all this kit. The exact items to be carried during the race will be decided on the day based on conditions and announced at registration. Failure to have the required items may result in being denied entry or disqualification, and random checks may be performed.
Entry and Volunteering
No entry details have been added for the event yet. For league events, entries typically open a few weeks before the race date. The event organizer is NIMRA. Information is provided about volunteering roles. Non-running volunteers must complete two such roles in a calendar year to qualify for an end-of-year prize. Runners are encouraged to volunteer at least once for every ten events they participate in. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
