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Race Overview

Event: Rochestown Woods (IMRA Munster)

Date: Sunday, 11th October 2026

Time: 11:00

County: Cork

Location: Rochestown / Garryduff Woods

Course Details

Distance: 6.50 km

Climb: 200 m

Short course: None (0.00 km)

Difficulty: 3 (1,1,1) – Easy terrain, <200m climb, <6km

Route marking: Fully marked

GPS allowed: Yes

Route description: Mix of technical sections, climbing, and single track

Mandatory Kit (Level B – Standard)

All runners must bring:

Waterproof jacket

Hat or buff

Gloves

Whistle

Charged mobile phone with emergency number saved

Foil blanket, bivvy bag or equivalent

You must also be able to carry all kit. Final kit to be carried confirmed on race day at registration. Random checks may occur. Failure to have required items may lead to refusal of entry or disqualification.

Getting There & Parking

Directions (from South Ring Road, Bloomfield Interchange):

Follow signs for Passage West

Take slip road by St. Patrick’s Church to small roundabout

Take Passage West exit, after ~200m turn right up Clarke's Hill

At T-junction, woods entrance is straight ahead

Parking – VERY limited – carpool strongly advised:

✅ Suggested parking:

Rochestown Inn (car park across the road)

Upper Belmont Avenue

Upper Kensington

❌ Do not park at Garryduff Sports Centre

❌ Do not park in or block the lane leading to the woods (emergency access required)

Be considerate of local residents.

Leagues

Coillte Summer/Autumn Trail League

Munster League

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