IMRA Lug Uphill 6K
🏞️ Lug Uphill – Barravore, Wicklow (6 km) 🏅
Take part in the inaugural Lug Uphill, a 6 km climb from Barravore! Part of the Irish Uphill League, this race is perfect for runners looking for a short but challenging hill ascent.
📅 Date: Friday, 14th August 2026
⏰ Time: To be confirmed
📍 Location: Barravore, Wicklow
🎽 Event Overview:
Distance: 6 km
Short Course: Not available
Climb: 800 metres
Difficulty: Easy (Difficulty 3 – <200 m ascent, <6 km)
Terrain: Easy
Race Marking: Only major junctions marked
GPS Allowed: No
League: Irish Uphill League
🎟️ Entry Details:
Opens: Monday, 10th August 2026, 21:00
Closes: Thursday, 13th August 2026, 18:00
Cost: €7 seniors | €5 over 65s & under 18s
Limit: 50 runners
🎒 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 communicated at registration. Failure to carry the required kit may result in refusal of entry or disqualification. Random checks may occur.
📝 Organisers Instructions:
New race as part of the inaugural Leinster Weekend.
Route and logistics subject to permissions—details to follow.
Trial Race: This is the first of two trial races for the Nasego Mountain Running Six Nations in Italy (5–6 Sept 2026). Qualifying athletes must participate in both the Vertical and Trofeo races. The second trial is the Tinahely Half Marathon on 15 August.
Qualifying times will be posted on the event page in 2026.
Queries: highperformance@imra.ie
A steep, rewarding climb for aspiring uphill runners and a key trial for international mountain racing! 🏔️🔥
