Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Running Festival
From RunThrough Events
- Date Sun 25th July 2027
- Time 09:00
- Location Hillsborough, County Down
- Price £35.00 - £38.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 10km
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Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day of running at the Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Running Festival, proudly organized by RunThrough Events! Mark your calendars for Sunday, July 25, 2027, and join us in the picturesque Hillsborough, County Down. This exciting event features both 10K and Half Marathon distances, providing a perfect challenge for runners of all skill levels.
Experience the stunning grounds of Hillsborough Castle and Gardens as you race through historic gardens and open parkland, all while supporting the vital work of the Northern Ireland Hospice. The Half Marathon kicks off at 9:00 AM, followed by the 10K at 9:40 AM. Each participant will receive a unique themed medal, free race photos, and post-race goodies, making this event even more special. With friendly marshals cheering you on and an event village filled with delicious food and drink options, the festival atmosphere is sure to elevate your race day experience. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a memorable event—join us at the Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Running Festival for a day filled with fun, camaraderie, and achievement!
Experience the stunning grounds of Hillsborough Castle and Gardens as you race through historic gardens and open parkland, all while supporting the vital work of the Northern Ireland Hospice. The Half Marathon kicks off at 9:00 AM, followed by the 10K at 9:40 AM. Each participant will receive a unique themed medal, free race photos, and post-race goodies, making this event even more special. With friendly marshals cheering you on and an event village filled with delicious food and drink options, the festival atmosphere is sure to elevate your race day experience. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a memorable event—join us at the Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Running Festival for a day filled with fun, camaraderie, and achievement!
Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Running Festival
Sun 25th July 2027
Organiser's Description
Join us for the Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Running Festival on Sunday 25th July 2027!
Take on a memorable summer race through the stunning grounds of Hillsborough Castle and Gardens in support of Northern Ireland Hospice. With 10K and Half Marathon distances available, this unique event offers a brilliant race day setting for runners of all abilities.
Starting and finishing within the beautiful castle grounds, each route gives you the chance to enjoy a scenic run surrounded by historic gardens, open parkland, and a lively festival atmosphere. Whether you are chasing a new challenge, running for a cause, or enjoying a race day with friends and family, this is a special opportunity to be part of an unforgettable event.
Race Distance & Start Times
09:00 am - Half Marathon
09:40 am - 10k
Included in the entry
Unique Themed Medal
Free Race Photos
Chip-timed results
Post Race Goodies
Each kilometre is accurately marked with distance flags and our friendly marshals will guide and cheer you all the way to the finish. We cannot wait to welcome you to Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Running Festival.
With RunThrough you can expect a friendly team of marshals to help guide you round the course and cheer you on to the finish, a lively and well-serviced event village with plenty of food and drink options including free goodies from our partners at the finish line after your hard effort.
Come and enjoy the day with us. Once you enter you will receive a confirmation email. More information will be sent closer to the event.
We can't wait to see you on the start line!
Take on a memorable summer race through the stunning grounds of Hillsborough Castle and Gardens in support of Northern Ireland Hospice. With 10K and Half Marathon distances available, this unique event offers a brilliant race day setting for runners of all abilities.
Starting and finishing within the beautiful castle grounds, each route gives you the chance to enjoy a scenic run surrounded by historic gardens, open parkland, and a lively festival atmosphere. Whether you are chasing a new challenge, running for a cause, or enjoying a race day with friends and family, this is a special opportunity to be part of an unforgettable event.
Race Distance & Start Times
09:00 am - Half Marathon
09:40 am - 10k
Included in the entry
Unique Themed Medal
Free Race Photos
Chip-timed results
Post Race Goodies
Each kilometre is accurately marked with distance flags and our friendly marshals will guide and cheer you all the way to the finish. We cannot wait to welcome you to Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Running Festival.
With RunThrough you can expect a friendly team of marshals to help guide you round the course and cheer you on to the finish, a lively and well-serviced event village with plenty of food and drink options including free goodies from our partners at the finish line after your hard effort.
Come and enjoy the day with us. Once you enter you will receive a confirmation email. More information will be sent closer to the event.
We can't wait to see you on the start line!
Races
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10k
Sun 25th July 2027 (09:40)
£35.00
Booking for more than 1? -
Half Marathon
Sun 25th July 2027 (09:00)
£38.00
Booking for more than 1?
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·2 years ago
Really enjoyed todays 5 k as I turned 67 a great birthday walk n run will be back next year. Only gripe start for 5k should have been signposted better the main start was were everyone thought it started but was off on side track others wise very well done organisers and volunteers great day birthday overall thanks austin
This event was very good, very well planned apart from two things from my point of view, my chip time isn't on the results I finished in 59mins 17secs ish and second of all there were no tshirts to buy unless you preordered which wasn't great but apart from that me and my family had a good day
Superb organisation. I really enjoyed this race, from arriving at the pick up point busses were running efficiently to the Gardens, race village was well run,warm up spot on, race started on time, a nice downhill start , when do we ever have one of those, lol, scenery was exceptional, the multi terrain ground makes this race interesting for everyone, race medals were superb
Brilliantly organised. Loved this run, the level of organisation and the availability of staff and marshals. The only thing that I think was a big problem is the fact that part of the half marathon course at the beginning was on the path the 10km and 5km runners had to walk up to to get to the event village which meant that the runners of the half were having to dodge runners yet to begin their event as well as supporters/members of the public. Must have been incredibly frustrating not to mention dangerous. An alternative route to get to the event village is a must for subsequent years.
Eamon
·7 years ago
EXCEPTIONALLY WELL ORGANISED EVENT. From I booked to take part in the 5k event online I was VERY impressed by the high level of organisational activity that was put into running these three races. Excellent communication before the event and from the sign posting to the car park, the fleet of buses that carried us to the Castle and the number of staff and volunteers that were managing the races. Great commentary prior to race starting and good distance markers along the way. I also found that there was a very friendly atmosphere generated by friendly helpful staff. If I was to use one word to describe the event it would be 'professional'. Well done to all involved
Good Running Event. I personally found this run very enjoyable. There is a lot to be said for the organisation for this event. Zero traffic (Free shuttle bus transfers from the Eikon centre), Event Village with catering facilities, warm up instructor class, cafe in the grounds, and brilliant toilet facilities. Event organisation down to a tee.
The run itself was very hilly which isn't surprising from the name of the town. This is made easier from gorgeous lakes, deep woodland, beautiful countryside and the stunning castle grounds. This run has it all! Hard run but I would highly recommend. Had a great day out. Course could be updated potentially to has less of the final section of the run in the castle grounds as it is tight and twisty but all in all very enjoyable.
Great event. From the minute we arrived at the car park it was obvious this was going to be be very well organised, we were guided in to a parking space and then proceeded to explore the grounds before the race started. All of the staff at the castle were very friendly and welcoming. The volunteers at the race were fantastics from the warm up to the race director to the marshalls on the course, everyone encouraged all of the runners. Plenty of snacks afterwards too!
Location
Hillsborough Castle and Gardens, Hillsborough Road, Hillsborough, BT26 6AG, United Kingdom
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