Category Archives: Mountain

Hill & Dales 2026: Tollymore Report, Results & Photos

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Tollymore Two: Double the Hills, Double the Thrills!
The weather gods were smiling on us again! Tollymore Forest Park was looking its absolute best—sun beaming down at a crisp 12 degrees with the majestic Mourne Mountains standing tall in the background. A record-shattering 430 runners charged across the start line (though two “ghost runners” forgot to scan—seriously folks, don’t forget to get scanned!).

2026 Annalong Horseshoe

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On Saturday 25 April the Mournes delivered a spectacular backdrop for the second round of the 2026 NIMRA Championship, as runners took on the legendary Annalong Horseshoe and, for the first time, a brand‑new Short Course option introduced as part of the new NIMRA League structure. The short race was the fifth race in the 2026 League. With unseasonably warm sunshine and clear skies, conditions were beautiful but demanding, adding an extra sting to an already challenging day in the hills. Continue reading →

Three Peaks Fell Race

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Tom ad Gary ready to go!

Tom ad Gary ready to go!

The 71st edition of the Three Peaks Fell Race, known as “The Marathon with Mountains,” took place on Saturday 25 April 2026 under unseasonably hot conditions in the Yorkshire Dales. Covering approximately 24.2 miles and taking in the summits of Pen-y-ghent, Whernside, and Ingleborough, the race once again tested the endurance and determination of every competitor. A total of 567 runners finished, with 163 DNFs, reflecting the impact of the heat on an already gruelling course. Continue reading →

Newcastle AC Duo Take on Binevenagh Mountain Race

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On Saturday Newcastle AC’s Pearse Brogan and Sam McNeilly made the trip to the North Coast for the Binevenagh Mountain Race, hosted by Springwell Running Club. The race, part of the NIMRA League (Round 3) and the Ulster Championship (Round 2), offered a classic test of mountain running on the impressive slopes of Binevenagh (385m), with sweeping views across the Magilligan Peninsula.

All ready for the start!

All ready for the start!

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From Headwinds to Highs: Newcastle Deliver at Leitrim Lodge and Larne

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Larne AC Coast Road 10 Miler

A small but strong group of Newcastle AC runners made their way to Larne on Saturday morning to compete in the Larne 10 Miler.

Conditions were windy and cold but that didn’t stop some impressive results. Francis Tumelty was 2nd V55, Sinead Murtagh was 2nd V40 and Ernest Hall was 1st V70. There were 723 finishers.

Newcastle AC Results (finish time and 5mile split):

  • 50th – Francis Tumelty (2nd M55)  –  1:03:51 / 0:27:47
  • 76th – Frank Cunningham (M40)  – 1:06:05 / 0:27:23
  • 78th – Sinead Murtagh (2nd F40)  – 1:06:41 / 0:28:07
  • 226th – Ernest Hall (1st M70)  – 1:18:45 / 0:33:27
  • 423rd – Joe McCann (M55)  –  1:29:57 / 0:39:08

Pat Dunbar NIMRA Race

Newcastle AC athletes were out in force on Saturday 11th April for the Pat Dunbar Memorial Race at Leitrim Lodge, expertly organised by Newry AC. This marked the second race in the new NIMRA League, attracting a strong field of 104 runners to take on the challenging 13km / 680m course.

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