IMRA Beara Way Challenge Half

🏃 Beara Way Challenge – Munster Half-Marathon League

📅 Date: Saturday, 16th May 2026
⏰ Start Time: 12:00 (Early start 11:30, notify at registration)
📍 Location: Castletownbere, Cork
📏 Distance / Climb: 23.5 km / 1,100 m
⚠️ Difficulty: 9 – Difficult Terrain, >500 m ascent, >10 km
🗺️ Route: Fully marked
📡 GPS Allowed: Yes

🎒 Mandatory Kit (Level B – Standard):

Waterproof jacket

Hat or buff

Gloves

Whistle

Charged mobile phone with emergency number

Foil blanket, bivvy bag, or equivalent

Water mandatory due to potential high temperatures

💰 Entry: No details yet; usually open a couple of weeks before the race

🏞️ Route Highlights:

NEW ROUTE starting outside Castletownbere on Derrintaggert Road

Follows Beara Way walking trail with climbs of Knockoura and Mish Kish mountains

Open mountain terrain with spectacular sea views

Finish at Castletownbere Town Centre

📝 Organisers Instructions:

Early start available from 11:30 (inform at registration)

Water must be carried along with mandatory kit

🏆 Prizegiving: 1st, 2nd, 3rd Male & Female