Hardman Gap of Dunloe Full & Half Marathon
November 21, 2021
This is your chance to run Ireland’s most challenging half marathon through the legendary Gap of Dunloe. With breathtaking views of Killarney’s most stunning scenery around every bend, you will hardly notice the hills. Keep in mind that what goes up must also come down.
Frequently Asked Questions
Due to the current uncertainty as to how events are to be run we will be holding off on updating the FAQ page until one month before each event. If you are entered into an event already you will have received an e-mail in February outlining the basics until we can update you fully.
When does the Gap of Dunloe half take place?
Sunday the 23rd of February at 9am.
How many places are available?
200 places.
Are postal entries available?
No.
Will anything be posted out beforehand?
What about medals?
When does registration take place?
On Saturday the 22nd at the Portwest store, 93 New Street, Killarney, from 4pm to 6pm.
On Sunday 23rd of February from 7am to 8.30am at Kate Kearney’s Cottage.
Is my entry transferable/refundable?
Are there changing facilities and showers available on the day?
No.
What about parking?
Where does the race begin?
Where does the race finish?
Will there be pacers on the day?
Are there hydration stations on the course?
What is at this station?
Water. Bananas, biscuits, and chocolate will also be supplied at the turnaround point.
Is there a cut-off time?
Yes, 3 hours.
Are there prizes for the top finishers?
There are prizes for the top 3 men and the top 3 women and also for age groupers. Please see the section on prizes below.
Are there any good viewing points for spectators?
What happens at the finish line?
When is the prizegiving?
In Kate Kearney’s Cottage at 12pm.
Half Marathon Prizes
1st male/female: €150
2nd male/female: €100
3rd male/female: €70
40-44 age group*: €1st male/female: €25
45-49 age group*: 1st male/female: €25
50-54 age group*: 1st male/female: €25
55-59 age group*: 1st male/female: €25
Over 60 age group*: 1st male/female: €25
Wheelchair athlete*: 1st: €25
*only applicable if more than 5 competitors per category
All prizes will be paid half in cash and half in Portwest Outdoors vouchers.
All eligible age group prizes will be posted out after the race when results are finalised
10k prizes
1st male/female: €100
2nd male/female: €70
3rd male/female: €50
40-44 age group*: 1st male/female: €20
45-49 age group*: 1st male/female: €20
50-54 age group*: 1st male/female: €20
55-59 age group*: 1st male/female: €20
Over 60 age group*: 1st male/female: €20
Wheelchair athlete*: 1st: €20 per race
*only applicable if more than 5 competitors per category
All prizes will be paid half in cash and half in Portwest Outdoors vouchers.
All eligible age group prizes will be posted out after the race when results are finalized.
CONTACT HARDMAN.ie
Alan Ryan, 33 Hawthorn Avenue, Killarney,
Co Kerry, Ireland
Tel: +353 (0)87 625 9892
Email: info@hardman.ie
