🌲 Carnavaddy – Ravensdale Forest, Co. Louth
A classic Leinster League midweek mountain race with varied terrain and a strong finish.
📅 Date: Wednesday, 22nd July 2026
⏰ Start Time: 19:30
📍 Location: Ravensdale Forest, Co. Louth
🏃 Event Overview:
Distance: 10 km (Short course: 5 km)
Climb: 450 m
Difficulty: 6 – Moderate
Terrain: Fire road, open mountain, single track, grassy descent
Race Marking: Fully marked
GPS: Not allowed
League: Leinster League
🎟️ Entry Details:
Opens: Monday 20th July 2026, 21:00
Closes: Wednesday 22nd July 2026, 12:00
Cost: €7 seniors / €5 over 65s & under 18s
Entry Limit: 250
🎒 Mandatory Kit (Level B – Standard):
Waterproof jacket, hat/buff, gloves, whistle, charged phone, foil blanket/bivvy.
Final kit confirmed at registration. Random checks apply.
🗺️ Route Highlights:
Fire road start, open mountain traverse, Castle Hill summit, Carnavaddy cairn, then a fast descent via Foyle’s Way alongside the stream to the finish.
A tough but rewarding evening race 🌄💪