🏞️ Trail League Leinster – Howth Summer Race 🏅
Experience the scenic beauty of Howth in Dublin with the Howth Summer Race. This 8.71 km race with a 308m climb will challenge you on moderate terrain with stunning views, a perfect addition to your summer trail running calendar!
📅 Date: Wednesday, 28th May 2025
⏰ Time: 19:30
📍 Location: Howth, Dublin
🎽 Event Overview:
Distance: 8.71 km
Climb: 308 meters
Difficulty: Moderate
200m - 500m ascent, >10 km
Avg Ascent/Descent Grade: 4.9% / 5.2%
Race Marking: Fully marked route
GPS Allowed: Yes
💸 Entry Details:
Entry details not available yet.
Entries for league events usually open a couple of weeks before the event.
🎽 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
The final kit requirements will be confirmed on the day based on weather conditions.
Failure to carry the required kit may lead to disqualification.
📍 Getting There:
Registration will be at Summit Inn Pub, Howth.
Parking: Limited at the Lighthouse Carpark and Carrickbrack Road Car Park. Carpooling is encouraged.
Public Transport: Bus routes 6 and H3 pass near Summit Inn.
Location:
Summit Inn: Google Maps
Carrickbrack Road Car Park: Google Maps
🎽 Race Day Info:
Sign-in: Must be done at Summit Inn Pub before 19:00.
Race Start: Main race starts at 19:30. Early start at 19:00 for those who qualify (over 160% of the winner’s time).
Junior Race: Starts at 19:35 (approx 4 km, under 11s must be accompanied by an adult). Prizes for the first junior male and female.
🎉 Prizegiving:
Location: Summit Inn Pub, Howth
Sandwiches provided after the race, and a raffle for some great prizes!
📜 Race Rules & Notes:
No self-timing allowed—timing chips will be provided.
No headphones during the race, please!
Be respectful of the beautiful location—littering will lead to disqualification.
No transfers or refunds for IMRA events.
If this is your first race of the year, be sure to register for IMRA membership before purchasing your race entry. Online registration closes at 12:00 pm on the race day.
Come join us in Howth for an exciting and scenic evening of trail running! 🌄