Results of the Millstreet 5-mile road race - Fri 27th Dec 2025

The Milstreet 5-mile road race was held on Fri 27th June 2025 with 215 finishers, a slight drop on the numbers for last year.

Top 3 men & women...
 1 Tadhg O'Sullivan Bweeng Trail Blazers AC 26:02 MS 857
2 Conor McCauley Leevale AC 26:20 M40 800
3 Mark Walsh Leevale AC 26:52 MS 908
4 Niamh O'Mahony Tralee 28:33 FS 847
13 Martina Kiely St Finbarrs AC 30:21 F40 893
18 Breeda McGinn Aghabullogue  31:11 F40 801

Full results HERE

Results of the Millstreet 5-mile road race - Fri 28th June 2024

A total of 227 runners turned out for this years Millstreet 5-mile road race on Fri 28th June 2024. This is down 12% on the numbers for 2023 and is likely due to the wet conditions.

Top 3 men & women...
 1 Mark Walsh Leevale AC     25:56 MS 343
2 Brian Murphy Iveragh AC     26:02 MS 256
3 Barry Twohig St Finbarrs AC     26:08 MS 322
8 Niamh O Mahony An Riocht AC     28:10 FS 293
11 Michelle Kenny Leevale AC     29:23 F40 340
14 Carol Finn Leevale AC     29:52 F35 376

Full results HERE

Photos...
1) Dermot Hever has a gallery HERE

Results & Photos of the IMRA Claragh Mtn 7km trail race - Sat 16th Mar 2024

The IMRA Claragh Mtn 7km trail race near Millstreet was held on Sunday 16th of March 2024 on what turned out to be a very wet day. A total of 54 runners took part in this event.

Top 3 men & women...
1 Finn Yore 2614 MJ 1 0:33:25 West Muskerry AC Cork
2 Henry Browne 616 M40 1 0:34:31 West Muskerry AC Cork
3 Cillian Fleming 833 M 1 0:34:48 Togher AC Cork
1 Kealey Tideswell 435 F40 1 0:38:57 Clonmel AC Tipperary
2 Carol Finn 899 F35 1 0:41:40 Cork
3 Faye ORiordan 921 FJ 1 0:41:50 Carraig na bhFear Cork

Full results HERE

Photos... IMRA have a gallery HERE

First 3 men

Results of the Millstreet 5-mile road race - Fri 30th June 2023

Top 3 men & women...
 1 Mark Walsh Leevale AC  25:46 SM 637
2 Brian Murphy Iveragh AC  26:09 SM 540
3 Michael Mc Mahon North Cork AC     26:20 SM 534
12 MARTINA KIELY St Finbarrs AC     28:56 SF 647
13 Niamh O Mahony Tralee  29:04 SF 585
16 MICHELLE KENNY Leevale AC  30:14 F40 656

Full results HERE

Results of the IMRA Claragh Mtn Trail Race - Sun 19th March 2023

The IMRA Claragh Mountain trail race near Millstreet in NW Cork was held on Sunday the 19th of March 2023 and attracted a field of 74 runners.

Top 3 men & women...
1 Nick Hogan 654 M40 33:30 Cork
2 Henry Browne 672 M40 34:50 West Muskerry AC Cork
3 Brian Mullins 108 M40 35:14 St. Finbarrs AC Cork
16 Carol Finn 611 F35 40:09 Cork
18 Mary Louise Ryan 1243 F40 41:11 Mooreabbey Milers Tipperary
22 Siobhán Dineen 2083 F45 41:53 Cork

Full results... https://imra.ie/events/view/id/2268

Notice: IMRA Claragh Mtn 7km Trail Race - Sun 19th Mar 2023

IMRA are holding a 7km trail race on Claragh Mountain near Millstreet on Sunday the 19th of March 2023 at 2pm.

When you're standing at the road junction at the west end of Millstreet, you can look up at Claragh Mtn and it's hard to imagine that a run up to the summit and back again is only 7kms. However, the 340m climb does compensate for the shorter distance.

This is a good event for anyone who has done a forest trail race already and would like to try a 'mountain event'. It should be noted that in terms of mountains, this one is really small, it's a good intro.

Enter here... https://imra.ie/events/view/id/2268

Details from IMRA....

COUNTY: Cork (Millstreet)
DATE: Sunday 19 March, 2023
TIME: 14:00
CLIMB (M): 340
DISTANCE (KM): 7.00
RACE MARKING: Only major junctions marked - Only major junctions marked
GPS ALLOWED: Yes
ENTRY CLOSES: 2023-03-18 18:00:00
ENTRY COST: €7 for seniors, €5 for over 65s and under 18s

ROUTE DESCRIPTION: The race begins on Claragh Rd (just opposite the carpark) heading south. After about 800m, take a sharp left onto a narrow road, and after another 600m, take a right turn onto a path going through the forest. This path zig-zags up through the forest, until you go over a stile on your left that exits the forest. You now follow the path keeping the forest to your right, until you go through a gate on to the open mountain. You are now on a narrow path that swings to the right and then takes you to the summit. Turn left at the summit, and head straight back down to intersect the uphill route and then follow your route back to the finish.

GETTING THERE: Millstreet, Co. Cork
Carpark and registration is opposite St. Patrick's Church on the main road going through the town (R582). OSI grid reference: W 268 902

Notice: Millstreet 5 mile road race - Fri 1st July July 2022

The Willie Neenan Memorial 5 mile road race is coming up in the town of Millstreet in NW Cork on Friday, the 1st of July at 8:15pm.

It's an area of the county where there isn't a huge number of races so it should be of interest to runners in both Cork and Kerry.

Entries...The entry fee is €10 if you pre-enter online HERE. There is also the option of buying the race t-shirt for just €5 if you want to. You can also enter on the day for €15. 

Notice: Millstreet 5 mile road race - Fri 28th June 2019

The Willie Neenan Memorial 5 mile road race is coming up in the town of Millstreet in NW Cork on Friday, the 28th of June at 8:15pm.

It's an area of the county where there isn't a huge number of races so it should be of interest to runners in both Cork and Kerry.

There will also be a dry fit top for all finishers...

Entries...The entry fee is €11.05 if you pre-enter online HERE. You can also enter on the day for €15. Race HQ is the GAA community hall which is directly across from the church at the western end of the town.

Organised by Millstreet AC, the course has been accurately measured by Jones Counter and has an Athletics Ireland licence.

Course Preview........A full preview of the course with maps, directions, photos, etc can be seen HERE

Results of the MMRA Claragh Mtn race - Sat 9th Feb 2019

A total of 84 runners turned out for this MMRA 7km trail race up and down Claragh Mtn near Millstreet.

1 Neilus Healy    591    M    0:32:52
2 Barry Hartnett    307    M    0:34:54    Moorabbey Miler AC Tipperary
3 Paul Minogue    22    M    0:35:25    Clonmel AC    Tipperary
20 Debbie McCarthy    210    F40    0:44:20    Riverstick ...    Cork
33 Tricia Twohig    415    F    0:46:48    Mt Hillary ...    Cork
47 Elaine Kelleher    1398    F40    0:49:44    Cork

Full results... https://www.imra.ie/events/view/id/1686

Results of the Willie Neenan 5 mile race in Millstreet... Fri 29th June 2018

A record 180 runners turned out for this years Willie Neenan 5 mile road race in Millstreet on Fri 29th June 2018. This 18% jump is in contrast to the overall trend in race numbers which are easing back on previous years.

The race was organised by Millstreet AC who have help build up this race over the last few years.

1 Conor McCauley     Leevale AC         26:05     SM     295
2 John Shine     Leevale AC         26:26     SM     382
3 Tim O Connor     An Riocht AC         26:57     SM     570 
5 Lizzie Lee     Leevale AC         27:42     SF     286
7 Sinead O Connor     Leevale AC         29:17     SF     332
11 Martina Kiely     St. Finbarrs AC         30:37     SF     284

Photos...(Updated 1st July)
1) TMC Photography has a nice gallery HERE
2) Gearóid Ó Laoi has a gallery HERE
3) Reelgirls Fishtoo has a gallery HERE 

Updated 30th June 11am
Place     Athletes Name     Club     Gun Time     Division     Bib
1     Conor McCauley     Leevale AC         26:05     SM     295
2     John Shine     Leevale AC         26:26     SM     382
3     Tim O Connor     An Riocht AC         26:57     SM     570
4     Anthony Mannix     Leevale AC         27:09     SM     355
5     Lizzie Lee     Leevale AC         27:42     SF     286

Notice...Millstreet 5 mile road race - Fri 29th June 2018

The Willie Neenan Memorial 5 mile road race is coming up in the town of Millstreet in NW Cork on Friday, the 29th of June at 8:15pm.

It's an area of the county where there isn't a huge number of races so it should be of interest to runners in both Cork and Kerry.

In 2018, there will also be a dry fit top for all finishers...

Entries...The entry fee is €10.70 if you pre-enter online HERE. You can also enter on the day for €15. Race HQ is the GAA community hall which is directly across from the church at the western end of the town.

Organised by Millstreet AC, the course has been accurately measured by Jones Counter and has an Athletics Ireland licence.

Course Preview........A full preview of the course with maps, directions, photos, etc can be seen HERE

Notice : MMRA 7km trail run on Claragh Mtn nr Millstreet - Sun 18th March 2018

The next event on the MMRA calendar is a 7km trail race near Millstreet in Cork. This is the sixth race in the Munster Mountain Running Association Winter-Spring League 2018.

It's probably one of easiest in terms of mountain runs and is a good introduction. It is however tougher than the usual trail races that take place in the various woods. In terms of hills races in Cork, this one could justifiably be called a classic as it has a long history.

One of the unusual aspects of the race is that it starts in the town of Millstreet. From there, you look up at Claragh and it's hard to imagine that you'll be doing a race that will take you to the summit and back. It's also hard to imagine that it is only 7kms but it is.

This 7km trail race is organised by the Munster Mountain Running Association and here is some info from them.....

Guest Post : 10 Things I Think About The Willie Neenan 5 Mile...by Donal Coakley

10 Things I Think About...by Donal Coakley

In these guest posts, Donal Coakley of Leevale AC gives his own light-hearted perspective of some of the races that he has competed in. 

 In this post, he gives some personal thoughts on the 2017 Millstreet 5 mile road race.

10 Things I Think About The Willie Neenan 5 Mile...by Donal Coakley

1. Google Maps Lady

I think the road to Millstreet is one of the most beautiful dangerous roads in the world. The google maps lady has guided me safely in many countries but she seemed to be completely oblivious to many of the blind junctions on the L2751. She was silent from Rylane to Millstreet, that's very unlike her, she must have been scared. I was too.

2. 2am

I think working until 2am the night before a race is great preparation, especially when you get to sleep in until 1030am the next day. I was very fresh for the race. I had no breakfast just lunch.

Notice...Millstreet 5 mile road race - Fri 30th June 2017

The Willie Neenan Memorial 5 mile road race is coming up in the town of Millstreet in NW Cork on Friday, the 30th of June at 8:15pm.
 

It's an area of the county where there isn't a huge number of races so it should be of interest to runners in both Cork and Kerry.

In 2017, there will also be a dry fit top for all finishers...

The entry fee is €10.70 if you pre-enter online HERE. You can also enter on the day for €15. Race HQ is the GAA community hall which is directly across from the church at the western end of the town.

Organised by Millstreet AC, the course has been accurately measured by Jones Counter and has an Athletics Ireland licence.

Course Preview........A full preview of the course with maps, directions, photos, etc can be seen HERE

Results of the MMRA Claragh Mtn race nr Millstreet...Sun 2nd Apr 2017

Looking back at some recent results, I noticed that the Claragh Mountain trail race on Sunday the 2nd of April 2017 attracted a field of 99 runners. While trail races tend to get reasonable numbers, the numbers usually drop off with the steeper ones.

It sounded a bit high so I looked back at the numbers for previous years and plotted out the chart shown above. As you can see, there was a record turnout this year and is probably over double the 40 or so that it used to get in years past. 

1 Paul Deane        M    0:32:53    Clonakilty Road Runners AC    Cork
2 Tom Blackburn        M50    0:33:15    Mooreabbey Milers AC    Tipperary
3 Brian Mullins        M    0:33:17    St.Finbarr's AC    Cork
51 Keadley Tideswell    F    0:44:30    Clonmel AC
56 Debbie McCarthy    F40    0:45:58    Riverstick Kinsale AC    Cork
70 Mandy Parslow    F40    0:50:02    Mooreabbey Milers AC     Tipperary

The full results can be seen HERE

If you are interested in doing any trail races in 2017, there are loads organsed by the Munster Mountain Running Association.

Notice...MMRA Claragh Mtn 7km trail race in Millstreet - Sun 2nd Apr 2017

This 7km trail race in Millstreet is coming up next Sunday the 2nd of April at 6pm. It's probably one of easiest in terms of mountain runs and is a good introduction. It is however tougher than the usual trail races that take place in various woods like Corrin or Kilworth.

One of the unusual aspects of the race is that it starts in the town of Millstreet. From there, you look up at Claragh and it's hard to imagine that you'll be doing a race that will take you to the summit and back. It's also hard to imagine that it is only 7kms but it is.

This 7km trail race is organised by the Munster Mountain Running Association and here is some info from them.....

The race is on Sunday evening at 6pm and has an entry fee of €5. Note that a €10 one-off annual registration charge also applies if it's your first race if the year.

Carpark and registration is opposite St. Patrick's Church on the main road going through the town (R582). Please arrive no later than 5:30pm to ensure you can be registered in time.

The route is a 7k out and back route, starting in the village with an initial road section before turning on to forest trail and emerging from the trees close to the summit of Claragh mountain where you might be able to sneak a peak at the beautiful scenery below.

This is a lovely race which is well supported locally with a real community feel to it and there will be tea and sandwiches in the hall afterwards.  

Gradient isn't that steep! :o)

Event page: https://www.imra.ie/events/view/id/1480

Notice...Millstreet 5 mile road race - Fri 24th June 2016

The Willie Neenan Memorial 5 mile road race is coming up in the town of Millstreet in NW Cork on Friday, the 24th of June at 8:15pm.
 

It's an area of the county where there isn't a huge number of races so it should be of interest to runners in both Cork and Kerry.

For the last two years, this was a 10k race but this year it changes to a much faster 5 mile course. When it was a 10k race, the race had a height difference of about 60 metres between the highest and lowest points on the course. With the new 5 mile route, that's down to about 25 metres.

The entry fee is €12 if you pre-enter online HERE. You can also enter on the day for €15. Race HQ is the GAA community hall which is directly across from the church at the western end of the town.

Organised by Millstreet AC, the course has been accurately measured by Jones Counter and has an Athletics Ireland licence.

Course Preview........A full preview of the course with maps, directions, photos, etc can be seen HERE

Results & photos of the MMRA Trail race on Claragh Mountain, Millstreet - Sun 3rd Apr 2016

The annual IMRA Trail race on Claragh Mountain near Millstreet, Co.Cork was held this year on Sunday the 3rd of April. A total of 64 people took part in what was a dull and overcast evening.

1 Paul Deane    M    0:33:47    Clonakilty Road Runners ...    Cork
2 John paul o connell    M    0:34:13    West Limerick AC..    Limerick
3 Tom Blackburn    M50    0:35:08    Mooreabbey Milers ...    Limerick
22 Carol Finn    F    0:41:55    Leevale AC    Cork
24 Mary Louise Ryan    F    0:42:28    Mooreabbey Milers...    Tipperary
26 Linda O'Connor    F    0:42:55    Leevale AC    Kerry

The full results can be seen on the IMRA website HERE

 Photos...
1) The MMRA have some photos HERE and HERE
2) David Bosonnet has a gallery HERE

Notice...Millstreet 5 mile road race - Fri 26th June 2015

The Willie Neenan Memorial 5 mile road race is coming up in the town of Millstreet in NW Cork on Friday, the 26th of June at 8:15pm.
 

It's an area of the county where there isn't a huge number of races so it should be of interest to runners in both Cork and Kerry.

For the last two years, this was a 10k race but this year it changes to a much faster 5 mile course. When it was a 10k race, the race had a height difference of about 60 metres between the highest and lowest points on the course. With the new 5 mile route, that's down to about 25 metres.

The entry fee is €11 if you pre-enter online on the Precision Timing website. You can also enter on the day for €15. Race HQ is the GAA community hall which is directly across from the church at the western end of the town.

Organised by Millstreet AC, the course has been accurately measured by Jones Counter and has an Athletics Ireland licence.

Course Preview........A full preview of the course with maps, directions, photos, etc can be seen HERE

Results of the Willie Neenan 10k road race, Millstreet - Fri 27th June 2014

This 10k race in Millstreet was the third race of six in the ongoing Ballyhoura Cork Series and attracted a field of 134 runners.

1 Tim O'Connor   An Ríocht AC      M     MS  32:58
2 Michael Herlihy        North Cork AC MS      33:34
3 Brian Murphy        Valentia Island MS      33:59
11 Martina Kiely        St Finbarrs FS     38:00
12 Carol Finn        Leevale AC FS 38:22
31 Grainne O'Callaghan         FS      42:58

The full results can be seen HERE

Photos from Kilmallock AC