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🏞️ Trooperstown Hill – Wicklow (11.5 km) 🏅

Join us for the Trooperstown Hill race, a scenic evening run in Wicklow! The long course is 11.5 km with 455 m of climb, plus a 5 km short course option and a 2.2 km beginners’ forest loop for a fun, inclusive experience.

📅 Date: Wednesday, 15th July 2026
⏰ Time: 19:30
📍 Location: Trooperstown, Wicklow

🎽 Event Overview:

Distance: 11.5 km (Long), 5 km (Short), 2.2 km (Beginners’ loop)

Climb: 455 metres

Difficulty: Moderate (Difficulty 7 – 200–500 m ascent, >10 km)

Terrain: Moderate

Race Marking: Route fully marked

GPS Allowed: Yes

League: Leinster League

🎟️ Entry Details:

Opens: Monday, 13th July 2026, 21:00

Closes: Wednesday, 15th July 2026, 12:00

Cost: €7 seniors | €5 over 65s & under 18s

Limit: 250 runners

Carpooling is mandatory due to limited parking (approx. 80 spaces). Alternative carpool points: Roundwood Cemetery or Laragh Free Carpark

🎒 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 confirmed on race day. Failure to carry kit may lead to disqualification. Random checks may occur.

🚗 Getting There:
Take M50 Southbound, exit at Roundwood (Kilmacanogue), follow signs to Laragh, through Annamoe, turn left at “Trooperstown” sign, follow minor road to river car park (5 min walk to MR Base registration). Grid ref: T 158 969.

📝 Organisers Instructions:

Registration at Trooperstown MR Base (A98 VY72) from 18:00–19:10

Long Course Early Start: 19:00 | Main Start: 19:30

Short/Junior Course Start: 19:35

Beginners’ Forest Loop: 19:40 (fun run, free, not insured, children must be supervised)

Gear donations welcomed at registration

🎉 Prizegiving Location:
Lynhams of Laragh – food, raffle, and social time for all participants

A fantastic evening hill run with options for all levels, scenic views, and a fun community atmosphere! 🌄🏃‍♀️💨