IMRA Blackstairs Loop 14.3K

🏞️ Halloween Half Marathon – Glensheshkin Woods, Cork (21 km) 🏅

Celebrate Halloween with a scenic half marathon through Glensheshkin Woods! This 21 km course features moderate terrain with a 475 m climb, perfect for runners looking for a challenging evening run in beautiful Cork woodland.

📅 Date: Friday, 30th October 2026
⏰ Time: 19:30
📍 Location: 1 km east of Kilworth Village, Glensheshkin Woods, Cork

🎽 Event Overview:

Distance: 21 km

Short Course: 21 km

Climb: 475 metres

Difficulty: Moderate (Difficulty 6 – 200–500 m ascent, 6–10 km sections)

Terrain: Moderate

Race Marking: Route fully marked

GPS Allowed: Yes

League: Munster Half-Marathon League

🎟️ Entry Details:

Entry details are not available yet

Entries usually open a couple of weeks before race day

🎒 Mandatory Kit:

Level B – Standard Kit:

Waterproof jacket

Hat or buff

Gloves

Whistle

Charged mobile phone with emergency number stored

Foil blanket, bivvy bag, or equivalent

All runners must carry the above items. Final kit requirements will be confirmed on race day depending on conditions and advised at registration. Failure to carry the required kit may result in refusal of entry or disqualification. Random checks may occur.

📍 Route Description:
Follow the course here: Plotaroute Map

🚗 Getting There:
Car parking is limited. Carpooling is strongly advised to avoid traffic. Road works are present, but local traffic can access the woods.

⏱️ Early Start:
No early start.

🎃 Organisers Instructions:
Carpool where possible—parking is very limited.

A spooky, scenic, and challenging half marathon for a Halloween evening! 🕸️🏃‍♂️💨