IMRA Sliabh Daeane - Ox Mountains 8.95K

Race Overview

Event: Sliabh Daeane – Ox Mountains (Sliabh Daean in Sligo)

Date: Wednesday, 3rd June 2026

Time: 19:30 (Note: organiser’s note mentions 11am – please check with RD)

County: Sligo

Location: Ox Mountains (exact start via Google Maps link below)

Course Details

Distance (Long): 8.95 km

Short course: 5.50 km (excludes mountain section – per organiser’s note)

Climb: 288 m

Difficulty: 7 (1,3,3) – Easy terrain, >500m ascent, >10km (Note: 288m climb is below 500m – difficulty rating may be adjusted)

Route marking: Only major junctions marked

GPS allowed: Yes

Route description: Not provided

Entry Information

Entry fee: €7 (seniors) / €5 (over 65s & under 18s)

Entries open: Monday 1st June 2026, 21:00

Entries close: Wednesday 3rd June 2026, 12:00

Capacity: 250 entrants

League

North West League

Mandatory Kit (Level B – Standard)

All runners must bring:

Waterproof jacket

Hat or buff

Gloves

Whistle

Charged mobile phone with emergency number

Foil blanket, bivvy bag or equivalent

Final kit to be carried confirmed on race day at registration. Random checks. Failure to have required items may lead to refusal or disqualification.

Getting There

Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/o1AS3i9LA55fyXcTA?g_st=iw

Organiser's Instructions (Discrepancy noted)

"Main start at 11am for short and long course. Short course is 5.5k and excludes mountain section."

⚠️ Please check with Race Director – the event page lists 19:30, but organiser's note says 11:00.