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Castlewellan 5K & 10K - Saturday 24th February 2018
Born2Run Belfast Telegraph Run Forest Run Race Series - Castlewellan Forest - 27th Feb 2016. Photograph By Declan Roughan
Castlewellan 5k
Castlewellan 10k
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Race information for the Castlewellan 5K and 10K run.
Venue: The Court Yard, Castlewellan Forest Park, Main Street, Castlewellan, Co. Down BT31 9BU
Race Starts: 11.00am (5K starts shortly after 10K).
The Castlewellan 5K/10K is the 8th and final race in this year's Belfast Telegraph Run Forest Run Series.
The atmosphere will be buzzing at this last race when everyone that has completed 6 out of 8 races will receive their free Forest Finisher T-shirt.
The race starts and finishes in the shadow of the Majestic lakeside castle. Runners will enjoy fantastic views of the Mourne Mountains and the world’s largest permanent Maze. (Only 30 minutes drive from Newry.)
Entry Fees
Online Registration (before 11pm on Wednesday 21st February 2018) and for option of posting out race pack (before 11pm Wednesday 14th February 2018).
5K & 10K race: £20 (plus £3 if postal option chosen NI & £4 ROI).
Early Bird offer of £17 if you register before 11pm on Wednesday 24th January 2018.
Registration Confirmation
Confirmation of your race entry will be sent to you automatically via email from Active after your payment is made.
If you choose the option to have your Race Pack posted out to you before the day then this should arrive with you no later than the Wednesday prior to race day.
Otherwise your race number and chip timing will be given to you at Registration on the morning of the race.
Terms & Conditions
By entering the race you will be bound by the event disclaimer which you agreed to at time of registration.
Refunds are not available once entry has been completed. Runners are permitted to transfer entry to a family member/friend if they email Born 2 Run Events with the details prior to the on-line entry closing date. (Transfer of entry to another event is not available).
Full Terms & Conditions are available to view at time of entry on the Active Registration website.
Event Registration
Registration packs can be collected on race day at the building in The Court Yard (beside the main car park), where refreshments will also be served after the race, and will be clearly signposted from the car park.
Registration Times
Saturday 24th February, 9.00am – 10.30am
Parking
Free parking for all runners in the main car park, please follow marshals instructions on the day and car share where possible.
Start/Finish Area
Will be on the grass area close to the Wardens Hut opposite the Cafe.
Pets
Strictly no pets allowed.
Water Stations
As this is a Winter race there will be no water station so please carry water with you if required.
Toilet Facilities
Toilet facilities are available in the main car park toilet block and in the Courtyard beside Registration. Showers are also available.
Post Race Refreshments
Hydration station at finish line. Complimentary refreshments will be served in the building where Registration packs are collected, at approximately 12noon.
Prizegiving
Time: 12.15pm
Prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd Male and Female.
Run Forest Run overall Series Winners and Series Category Winners will also be awarded.
Footwear
Regular running shoes are suitable for all the terrain on the 10K route.
Your entry fee includes the following:
- A Run Forest Run medal for all finishers
- Individual chip timing
- Race Number
- Complimentary post race refreshments
- Free parking
Enter via the Born2Run website.
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