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A total of 47 runners turned out for this 5 mile miler in Castletownbere in West Cork. Like the rest of the country, there was wall to wall sunshine for this race so conditions must have been hot for running.
Start of the 2018 Castletownbere Wild Atlantic Way Run. Photo: Ann Marie Cronin Photography
Male 1st Pat Sheehan 0:34:25
Male 2nd Robert Lynch 0:34:45
Male 3rd Ray Smith 0:35:11 Female 1st Geraldine O'Shea 0:36:06 Female 2nd Deirdre O'Sullivan 0:36:25 Female 3rd Breeda O'Sullivan 0:40:13
Male Over 50 Pat Sheehan 0:34:25 Female Over 50 Geraldine O'Shea 0:36:06
Male Under 16 Tom O'Donovan 0:57:22 Female Under 16 Jasmin Enright 1:02:07
Photo from Ann Marie Cronin Photography of the winners of the 2018 Castletownbere Wild Atlantic Way
Photos... 1) Ann Marie Cronin Photography has a nice gallery HERE
Race Number Name Time
23 Pat Sheehan 0:34:25
6 Robert Lynch 0:34:45
30 Ray Smith 0:35:11
The Wild Atlantic Way 10k race in Castletownbere, West Cork was last held in September of 2016 and it was planned to hold another one this year. The organisers announced today that it has been deferred until 2018.
From the organisers....
~EVENT CANCELLED for 2017~ The 2017 Wild Atlantic Way Run - Castletownbere will not take place this year due to Unforeseen Circumstances. It was proposed to introduce a new Route for this Year's event, but this could not be finalised in time for our proposed date... The Event will return again in 2018 and we would like to Thank You all for the support we received over the last two years. Please spread the word and stay tuned for further updates in the next 12 months...
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.
This is the third year of the Eyeries 5 mile road race and follows on the success of the previous two years. The Beara Peninsula in West Cork is one of the most scenic parts of the country and an ideal backdrop for this road race in November. It might well suit any clubs or small groups who are looking for a day or weekend away.
On a nice sunny day, it's an absolutely stunning spot. The town of Castletownbere is only 4.5 miles away so there is plenty of accommodation on offer. From the organisers.....EYERIES 5 MILE ROAD RACE...Get set for a day of activity and great fun by participating in the Eyeries 5 Mile Road Race! Whether you run or walk it makes no difference. Our local race has grown bigger and better every year, so come out with all the family to enjoy! (AAI Permit Granted. AAI Course Measured) Over 50 Prizes! * 1st, 2nd, 3rd Male & Female * Category Prizes include F35, M40, F40, M45, F45, M50, F50, M55, F55, M60, M65, F65, MJ & FJ * When: 2:30 pm Saturday 12 November 2016. Where: Eyeries, Beara, County Cork, Ireland €10.00 Online Pre-registration: To pre-register online (for only €10.00) click HERE Or Register on the Day: begins at 12 noon on the day (12 November 2016) in Eyeries Hall. €12.00 per person if registering on the day.
In November, this stunning part of West Cork can be very quiet and I'm sure they would appreciate all the support that they can get.
Course Preview...A full preview of the course can be seen HERE
The Wild Atlantic Way Run was held on Saturday the 24th of September in Castletownbere in West Cork. A total of 89 people took part, 47 in the 10k and 42 in the 4k.
1 395 Vincent O'Sullivan Eagle AC 0:41:29 2 391 Robert Lynch 0:43:06 3 398 Brian Collins 0:43:33 5 402 Geraldine O'Shea St.Finbarr's AC 0:44:39 10 405 Maria Hurley 0:48:34 14 422 Deirdre O'Sullivan 0:53:44
Vincent O'Sullivan of Eagle AC & Geraldine O'Shea of St.Finbarr's AC...winners of the 2016 Castletownbere Wild Atlantic Way 10. Photo: Anne Marie Cronin
Photos... 1) Anne Marie Cronin has a nice gallery HERE
