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1000, Wednesday, 19.03.2025

Check-in is now open! Participant email "Sheep's Head 2025 Check-in open" has been distributed. To access Check-in simply follow the link provided in your email or log in to your online account, "My Events" heading / the event name / Check-in. Check-in closes at midnight on Sunday.


1200, Tuesday 18.03.2025

Friends or family coming to support you? Don't forget to check out the Spectator Info sheet. This is a helpful list of spectator points making their support of you that bit easier!


1400, Thursday 27.02.2025

An email has gone out to all registered participants today, referencing the changes announced yesterday. Please check your inbox for a personalised message or see here for a copy.


0900, Wednesday 26.02.2025

The route and start / finish point for this event has been altered:

The route is now 40 miles / 65 km (previously published as c. 50 miles).

The event now starts and finishes in the village of Kilcrohane (previously published as Bantry).

Please visit the Route tab and the Participant Manual for full details. An email will go out tomorrow to all registered participants.


1300, Monday 28.10.2024

Season Leader Board (2024 - 25)

This event is part of the Endurancelife 24 - 25 trail running season (September 2024 till July 2025). Runners who complete any distance category at this event will be awarded points and will be listed in the Season Leader Board. Points are awarded based on performance and can contribute to a participant's overall season score. Good luck! Read more here.


1600, Monday 09.09.2024

We are delighted to launch this event in 2025!

Don't forget to click "attending" on the official Facebook Event.

Please NB: Unfortunately dogs are not permitted on the Sheep's Head Way due to the abundance of wildlife (sheep and goats!) on the peninsula.

Check-in! : We will be asking all registered participants to check in online approximately two weeks from the event. The Check-in process will result in a simpler event experience for you by removing the usual on-the-day administration. Amongst other things, within the Check-in process we will be asking you to watch the mandatory event safety video.


This new 65 KM Ultra (40 miles) trail run around the Sheep's Head Peninsula in the South of Ireland is sure to get hearts pumping!

Recognised as a European Destination of Excellence the peninsula is remote, wild and unspoilt. The route follows the varied terrain of the Wild Atlantic Way and includes a daunting 1989m (6525 ft) of elevation gain.

This Ultra Marathon represents a strenuous but fulfilling test for the ambitious trail runner - set in a beautiful, unspoilt and largely unknown location.

This one is not for the fainthearted! Entries are limited to just 100 participants.

This event will be part of the Season Leaderboard!

Kilcrohane, County Cork
5 Apr 2025
Event Times
Extreme Terrain
Trail, Rock, Grass
 
Ultra
Distance (mi)
40.5
Ascent (ft)
6525
Record (M)
New Route
Record (F)
New Route
UTMB Qualifier
Route
Fill Capacity
100/100
Prices and Entry
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Virtual : Don't forget to connect with us via the official Facebook Event where you can select "Going" or "Interested" or via our Strava Event. Here you can network with others and join in the conversation by asking questions and advice.

In Person : The location of the official event gathering will be announced on the day. However, there are several establishments locally for food and drinks all within a two minute walk of the event site (listing below in no specific order):

Pubs: The Bayview Inn (also accommodation) and Eileen's Bar.

Restaurants: The Old Creamery and Bridge View (also accommodation).

Coffee shop: Bernie's Cupán Tae (Outside the village at the westerly end of the peninsular - not within walking distance but a perfect pit-stop for any spectators!)

Never be locked in

Sign-up with confidence, we are looking forward to delivering your next tough challenge!

  1. If your plans change or you simply change your mind:
    1. You can receive a full refund (no fees or charges) should you change your mind within 30 days of booking (*1). No questions asked. To do so; log onto your account > Orders > Select the desired order number > Cancel > Confirm. It’s as simple as that. (*1 for bookings made more than 3 months prior to the event).
    2. You can chop and change between our whole events portfolio at any time (this includes locations as well as class categories at the same location). Just make sure you do this more than 30 days before the event you are booked on to. To do so; log onto your account > Orders > Select the desired order number > Change > Select the desired (new) event. Admin fees may apply for some changes.
    3. Transfer your entry to a friend. Any time up until 14 days prior to the event. To do so; Log onto your account > Orders > Select the desired order number > Reassign > Enter the desired email address. All reallocated entries must accept the invitation to finalise this process.
  2. Cancellation: You will always be given a full refund (no fees or charges) if the event has to be cancelled and can't be rescheduled.
  3. Postponement: You will always be given the following three options should an event have to be postponed (date changed). You will have one week from the date the event is postponed to make your choice:
    1. Accepting the new event date (this is the default option if you make no choice).
    2. Transferring to one of our other event locations for any date in the future.
    3. A refund (less a booking & card processing fee which will never be more than £20).

Please see FAQs for more help and advice. Full terms and conditions can be found here.

Event Add Ons

Event Safety Kit @ £12.00 Event Safety Kit contents: 1 x Whistle, 1 x Foil blanket, 1 x Sterile dressing, 1 x Alcohol free moist wipe, 2 x Plasters. Please collect your event safety kit on the morning of the event.

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All event entries include...

30 Day Refund

Full refund if you change your mind within 30 days

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Flexible

Change to another event up until 30 days before

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Transferable

Transfer to a friend up to 14 days before

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Electronic Timing

Instant result printout with splits timing

Great Base

Multiple on-site ammenities

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Event Parking

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Afterparty

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Finishers Medal

Your piece of bling to show off down the pub

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