The annual Allihies 5-mile road race was held on Saturday 27th Sept 2025 on what turned out to be a lovely sunny day. There were 110 finishers. Results below...
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Tuesday, September 30, 2025
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
Results & Photos of the Beast of Beara 20km trail race - Sat 20th July 2024
The inaugural Beast of Beara 20km trail race was held in Allihies in West Cork on Sat 20th July 2024. There was a good turnout out for the first outing with 236 finishers.
Top 3 men & women...
1 1348 Michael Bruton M 1:18:33
2 3002 Tommy Arthur Lagan Valley AC M 1:22:33
3 3160 Joe O'Leary Spa M 1:36:20
1 3189 Lianne van Dijk F 1:34:43
2 1408 Maura Barry Cork Tri Club F 1:40:51
3 1423 Marie Claire Healy F 1:46:33
1 1348 Michael Bruton M 1:18:33
2 3002 Tommy Arthur Lagan Valley AC M 1:22:33
3 3160 Joe O'Leary Spa M 1:36:20
1 3189 Lianne van Dijk F 1:34:43
2 1408 Maura Barry Cork Tri Club F 1:40:51
3 1423 Marie Claire Healy F 1:46:33
The full results can be found HERE
Photos...
1) Joe O'Brien has a gallery HERE
2) JustRuns Events has a gallery HERE
Video... Richie Hodges has a short video below...
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Saturday, September 25, 2021
Results of the Allihies 5-mile road race - Sat 25th Sept 2021
This 5-mile race in Allihies on the Beara Peninsula attracted a smallish field of about 90 runners.
First 3 men & women...
1 Nick O'Donoghue East Cork AC M30 0:27:55
2 Michael Dullea Skibbereen A.C. M40 0:31:04
3 William O'Donoghue Mooreabbey Milers A.C M50 0:32:02
7 Rosaleen McKeown F40 0:33:32
8 Deirdre O'Sullivan Beara A.C. F40 0:34:44
13 Clare O Shea F 0:35:47
1 Nick O'Donoghue East Cork AC M30 0:27:55
2 Michael Dullea Skibbereen A.C. M40 0:31:04
3 William O'Donoghue Mooreabbey Milers A.C M50 0:32:02
7 Rosaleen McKeown F40 0:33:32
8 Deirdre O'Sullivan Beara A.C. F40 0:34:44
13 Clare O Shea F 0:35:47
Results HERE
Sunday, April 29, 2018
Notice…Heart of Allihies 5 Mile Run on the Wild Atlantic Way – Sat 23rd June 2018
This 5 mile road race on the Wild Atlantic Way is coming up in the village of Allihies on the Beara Peninsula on Saturday the 23rd of June 2018. In terms of location, it must be one of the most scenic spots in the county.
Not so long ago there were no races on the Beara Peninsula. Now, there are 3 really spectacular ones...Bere Island, Eyeries and now Allihies.
The village of Allihies with its multi-coloured houses is located in one of the most scenic parts of the country and for anyone traveling some distance, this would be an excellent excuse for a weekend away.
Additional info from the organisers....The Heart of Allihies Five Mile run, the five mile run on the end of the fabulous Beara Peninsula. All of the money made on this event go to the Allihies Community Centre.
Event details and schedule
The run is on the 23rd of June 2018 and starts at 14:00. The course takes in the spectacular Wild Atlantic Way with some lovely country roads.
Please make sure you arrive early enough to sort out your numbers etc. There are refreshments provided after the event. In the village there are two shops three pubs and plenty of places to stay should you wish to do so.
Entry fee €10.
For more information, go to the race website... https://allihies5mile.wordpress.com/
This video below gives an idea of what the course is like...
Course preview......You'll find a preview of the course with maps, directions and photos HERE
For more information, go to the dedicated race website... https://allihies5mile.wordpress.com/
Not so long ago there were no races on the Beara Peninsula. Now, there are 3 really spectacular ones...Bere Island, Eyeries and now Allihies.
The village of Allihies with its multi-coloured houses is located in one of the most scenic parts of the country and for anyone traveling some distance, this would be an excellent excuse for a weekend away.
Additional info from the organisers....The Heart of Allihies Five Mile run, the five mile run on the end of the fabulous Beara Peninsula. All of the money made on this event go to the Allihies Community Centre.
Event details and schedule
The run is on the 23rd of June 2018 and starts at 14:00. The course takes in the spectacular Wild Atlantic Way with some lovely country roads.
Please make sure you arrive early enough to sort out your numbers etc. There are refreshments provided after the event. In the village there are two shops three pubs and plenty of places to stay should you wish to do so.
Entry fee €10.
For more information, go to the race website... https://allihies5mile.wordpress.com/
This video below gives an idea of what the course is like...
Course preview......You'll find a preview of the course with maps, directions and photos HERE
For more information, go to the dedicated race website... https://allihies5mile.wordpress.com/
Labels:
2018,
Allihies,
Beara Peninsula,
Heart of Allihies,
West Cork
Thursday, May 11, 2017
Notice…Heart of Allihies 5 Mile Run – Sun 18th June 2017
This 5 mile road race is coming up in the village of Allihies on the Beara Peninsula on Sunday the 18th of June 2017. In terms of location, it must be one of the most scenic spots in the county.
Not so long ago there were no races on the Beara Peninsula. Now, there are 3 really spectacular ones...Bere Island, Eyeries and now Allihies.
The village of Allihies with its multi-coloured houses is located in one of the most scenic parts of the country and for anyone traveling some distance, this would be an excellent excuse for a weekend away.
Additional info from the organisers....The Heart of Allihies Five Mile run, the five mile run on the end of the fabulous Beara Peninsula. All of the money made on this event go to the Allihies Community Centre.
Event details and schedule
The run is on the 18th of June 2017 and starts at 14:00. The course takes in the spectacular Wild Atlantic Way with some lovely country roads.
Please make sure you arrive early enough to sort out your numbers etc. There are refreshments provided after the event. In the village there are two shops three pubs and plenty of places to stay should you wish to do so.
Entry fee €10.
For more information, go to the race website... https://allihies5mile.wordpress.com/
This video below gives an idea of what the course is like...
Course preview......You'll find a preview of the course with maps, directions and photos HERE
For more information, go to the dedicated race website... https://allihies5mile.wordpress.com/
Not so long ago there were no races on the Beara Peninsula. Now, there are 3 really spectacular ones...Bere Island, Eyeries and now Allihies.
The village of Allihies with its multi-coloured houses is located in one of the most scenic parts of the country and for anyone traveling some distance, this would be an excellent excuse for a weekend away.
Additional info from the organisers....The Heart of Allihies Five Mile run, the five mile run on the end of the fabulous Beara Peninsula. All of the money made on this event go to the Allihies Community Centre.
Event details and schedule
The run is on the 18th of June 2017 and starts at 14:00. The course takes in the spectacular Wild Atlantic Way with some lovely country roads.
Please make sure you arrive early enough to sort out your numbers etc. There are refreshments provided after the event. In the village there are two shops three pubs and plenty of places to stay should you wish to do so.
Entry fee €10.
For more information, go to the race website... https://allihies5mile.wordpress.com/
This video below gives an idea of what the course is like...
Course preview......You'll find a preview of the course with maps, directions and photos HERE
For more information, go to the dedicated race website... https://allihies5mile.wordpress.com/
Labels:
2017,
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Allihies,
West Cork,
Wild Atlantic Way
Thursday, June 02, 2016
Notice...Heart of Allihies 5 mile road race - Sat 25th June 2016
This 5 mile road race is coming up in the village of Allihies on the Beara Peninsula on Saturday the 25th of June 2016. In terms of location, it must be one of the most scenic spots in the county.
Not so long ago there were no races on the Beara Peninsula. Now, there are 3 really spectacular ones...Bere Island, Eyeries and now Allihies.
The village of Allihies with its multi-coloured houses is located in one of the most scenic parts of the country and for anyone traveling some distance, this would be an excellent excuse for a weekend away.
Additional info from the organisers....The Heart of Allihies Five Mile run, the five mile run on the end of the fabulous Beara Peninsula. All of the money made on this event go to the Allihies Community Centre and the development of a new children's playground.
Event details and schedule
The run is on the 25th of June 2016 and starts at 14:00. The course takes in the spectacular Wild Atlantic Way with some lovely country roads.
Please make sure you arrive early enough to sort out your numbers etc. There are refreshments provided after the event. In the village there are two shops three pubs and plenty of places to stay should you wish to do so.
Entry fee €10.
For more information, go to the race website... https://allihies5mile.wordpress.com/
This video below gives an idea of what the course is like...
Course preview......You'll find a preview of the course with maps, directions and photos HERE
For more information, go to the dedicated race website... https://allihies5mile.wordpress.com/
Not so long ago there were no races on the Beara Peninsula. Now, there are 3 really spectacular ones...Bere Island, Eyeries and now Allihies.
The village of Allihies with its multi-coloured houses is located in one of the most scenic parts of the country and for anyone traveling some distance, this would be an excellent excuse for a weekend away.
Additional info from the organisers....The Heart of Allihies Five Mile run, the five mile run on the end of the fabulous Beara Peninsula. All of the money made on this event go to the Allihies Community Centre and the development of a new children's playground.
Event details and schedule
The run is on the 25th of June 2016 and starts at 14:00. The course takes in the spectacular Wild Atlantic Way with some lovely country roads.
Please make sure you arrive early enough to sort out your numbers etc. There are refreshments provided after the event. In the village there are two shops three pubs and plenty of places to stay should you wish to do so.
Entry fee €10.
For more information, go to the race website... https://allihies5mile.wordpress.com/
This video below gives an idea of what the course is like...
Course preview......You'll find a preview of the course with maps, directions and photos HERE
For more information, go to the dedicated race website... https://allihies5mile.wordpress.com/
Labels:
5 mile,
Allihies,
Beara Peninsula,
cork,
Heart of Allihies,
Road Race,
West Cork
Sunday, June 21, 2015
Results & photos of the Allihies 5 mile road race...Sat 20th June 2015
Just over 100 people turned out for the inaugural Allihies 5 mile road race on Saturday the 20th of June 2015. Despite the fact there was sunshine over most of County Cork, a sea fog enveloped the south-western top of the Beara Peninsula.
1 MICHAEL HARRINGTON BANTRY A/C 28:37 M40
2 CILLIAN O TUAMA CORK 29:07 SM
3 PATRICK MCCARTHY DRIMOLEAGUE 31:39 M40
5 SORCHA KEARNEY CORK 34:21 F40
14 MARIA HURLEY BANTRY 37:29 F40
116 GERALDINE O'SULLIVAN BANTRY 37:55 F40
The full results can be seen HERE
Photos...
1) There is a gallery of 108 photos HERE
2) Balooz has a small gallery HERE
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| First 3 men...L-R...Patrick McCarthy 3rd, Michael Harrington 1st & Cillian O'Tuama 2nd |
1 MICHAEL HARRINGTON BANTRY A/C 28:37 M40
2 CILLIAN O TUAMA CORK 29:07 SM
3 PATRICK MCCARTHY DRIMOLEAGUE 31:39 M40
5 SORCHA KEARNEY CORK 34:21 F40
14 MARIA HURLEY BANTRY 37:29 F40
116 GERALDINE O'SULLIVAN BANTRY 37:55 F40
The full results can be seen HERE
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| First 3 women...L-R...Sorcha Kearney 1st, Maria Hurley 2nd & Geraldine O'Sullivan 3rd |
Photos...
1) There is a gallery of 108 photos HERE
2) Balooz has a small gallery HERE
Sunday, June 07, 2015
Notice...Allihies 5 mile road race - Sat 20th June 2015
This brand new 5 mile road race is coming up in the village of Allihies on the Beara Peninsula on Saturday the 20th of June 2015.
Not so long ago there were no races on the Beara Peninsula. Now, there are 3 really spectacular ones...Bere Island, Eyeries and now Allihies.
The village of Allihies with its multicoloured houses is located in one of the most scenic parts of the country and for anyone traveling some distance, this would be an excellent excuse for a weekend away.
Additional info from the organisers....The Heart of Allihies Five Mile run, the five mile run on the end of the fabulous Beara Peninsula. All of the money made on this event go to the Allihies Community Centre which serves the people of Allihies and surrounding areas with activities and a centre in which to do them.
Event details and schedule
The run is on the 20th of June 2015 and starts at 14:00. It is a hilly course which takes in the spectacular Wild Atlantic Way, you will enjoy running along the coast and on some lovely country roads.
Please make sure you arrive early enough to sort out your numbers etc. There is refreshments provided after the event. In the village there are two shops three pubs and plenty of places to stay should you wish to do so.
Prizes....There are prizes for the first 3 men and women overall as well as the first 2 over 40 men and women
Entry fee €12.
To pre-enter, visit http://allihies.info/ ...or you can also enter on the day.
This video below gives an idea of what the course is like...
Course preview......You'll find a preview of the course with maps, directions and photos HERE
Not so long ago there were no races on the Beara Peninsula. Now, there are 3 really spectacular ones...Bere Island, Eyeries and now Allihies.
The village of Allihies with its multicoloured houses is located in one of the most scenic parts of the country and for anyone traveling some distance, this would be an excellent excuse for a weekend away.
Additional info from the organisers....The Heart of Allihies Five Mile run, the five mile run on the end of the fabulous Beara Peninsula. All of the money made on this event go to the Allihies Community Centre which serves the people of Allihies and surrounding areas with activities and a centre in which to do them.
Event details and schedule
The run is on the 20th of June 2015 and starts at 14:00. It is a hilly course which takes in the spectacular Wild Atlantic Way, you will enjoy running along the coast and on some lovely country roads.
Please make sure you arrive early enough to sort out your numbers etc. There is refreshments provided after the event. In the village there are two shops three pubs and plenty of places to stay should you wish to do so.
Prizes....There are prizes for the first 3 men and women overall as well as the first 2 over 40 men and women
Entry fee €12.
To pre-enter, visit http://allihies.info/ ...or you can also enter on the day.
This video below gives an idea of what the course is like...
Course preview......You'll find a preview of the course with maps, directions and photos HERE
Labels:
5 mile,
Allihies,
Beara Peninsula,
West Cork
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