Run Valentia Half Marathon and 10k
April 3, 2021
This is your chance to run in what are undoubtedly Ireland’s most scenic races. Starting from Knightstown on Valentia Island, you are surrounded by the Atlantic on all sides. Enjoy the views of Dingle Bay and the Blaskets to your right and the Skelligs to your left, as you experience a challenging course not to be missed.
Frequently Asked Questions
When do both races take place?
How many places are available?
Are postal entries available?
Will anything be posted out beforehand?
What about medals?
When does registration take place?
Is my entry transferable/refundable?
Are there changing facilities and showers available on the day?
What about parking?
Where does the race begin?
The 10k begins outside the hotel.
Where does the race finish?
Will there be pacers on the day?
Are there hydration stations on the course?
What is at this station?
Has the course been measured with a Jones counter?
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 prizes below.
Are there any good viewing points for spectators?
What happens at the finish line?
When is the prize giving?
Prizes
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
