MTC ENBARR
From Ultra Running Ltd
- Date Thu 14th May 2026
- Time 07:00
- Location Galway, County Clare
- Price £90.00 - £155.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances Ultra
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Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at the MTC ENBARR, taking place on Thursday, May 14, 2026, in the stunning surroundings of Galway, County Clare! Organized by Ultra Running Ltd, this exhilarating event features a challenging 36-mile race, part of the Mount to Coast End to End Challenge Series. Starting from the picturesque Hylands Burren Hotel in Ballyvaughan, participants will follow the breathtaking MizMal ® route, finishing at the stylish Nox Hotel in Galway.
Embrace the spirit of Enbarr, a legendary horse from Celtic mythology known for its extraordinary abilities and connections to the sea. All finishers will earn a bespoke race medal, and for those looking to enhance their experience, upgrades for an official race t-shirt and hi-viz jacket are available at checkout. Join us for this unique opportunity to test your limits while immersing yourself in the rich culture and beauty of Ireland's landscapes!
Embrace the spirit of Enbarr, a legendary horse from Celtic mythology known for its extraordinary abilities and connections to the sea. All finishers will earn a bespoke race medal, and for those looking to enhance their experience, upgrades for an official race t-shirt and hi-viz jacket are available at checkout. Join us for this unique opportunity to test your limits while immersing yourself in the rich culture and beauty of Ireland's landscapes!
MTC ENBARR
Thu 14th May 2026
Organiser's Description
The Mount to Coast Enbarr
NEW FOR 2026
Race Distance – 36 miles
Part of the Mount to Coast End to End Challenge Series. (see tab section for more information).
Take on this single day challenge from Hylands Burren Hotel, Ballyvaughan.
Most of the route follows the MizMal ® route as provided by Wild Atlantic Cycling and concludes at the Nox Hotel, Galway.
The MTC ENBARR is also Day 7 of the end to end challenge of Ireland – MizMal ®.
Bespoke race medal for all finishers.
You can choose at check-out to upgrade your entry and include the official race t-shirt and hi-viz jacket.
Enbarr is a mythical creature from Celtic mythology, particularly associated with Irish and Scottish folklore. It is a legendary horse, often described as an otherworldly steed that possesses extraordinary abilities. In many myths, Enbarr is linked to the sea and is said to be a creature of great beauty and power. Here are some key aspects of Enbarr:
While some versions describe the horse as having a golden or white coat, other depictions suggest it might be a darker or more mystical-looking steed.
It is said that Enbarr could run across the surface of water as easily as on land, making it a powerful and symbolic creature. This ability connects the horse to the Celtic belief in the liminality between the land and the sea, realms both known and unknown.
Enbarr is most famously associated with the Irish hero Manannán mac Lir, the sea god. Manannán is often depicted as riding Enbarr, further cementing the creature’s magical and divine status.
Enbarr is also sometimes connected with the Tuatha Dé Danann, the ancient and powerful race of gods in Irish mythology. In some accounts, the horse is a gift to a hero or a deity.
The horse in Celtic mythology is often a symbol of nobility, power, and freedom. Enbarr's ability to travel across land and sea may also represent a bridge between worlds, or the journey between the known and the unknown.
NEW FOR 2026
Race Distance – 36 miles
Part of the Mount to Coast End to End Challenge Series. (see tab section for more information).
Take on this single day challenge from Hylands Burren Hotel, Ballyvaughan.
Most of the route follows the MizMal ® route as provided by Wild Atlantic Cycling and concludes at the Nox Hotel, Galway.
The MTC ENBARR is also Day 7 of the end to end challenge of Ireland – MizMal ®.
Bespoke race medal for all finishers.
You can choose at check-out to upgrade your entry and include the official race t-shirt and hi-viz jacket.
Enbarr is a mythical creature from Celtic mythology, particularly associated with Irish and Scottish folklore. It is a legendary horse, often described as an otherworldly steed that possesses extraordinary abilities. In many myths, Enbarr is linked to the sea and is said to be a creature of great beauty and power. Here are some key aspects of Enbarr:
While some versions describe the horse as having a golden or white coat, other depictions suggest it might be a darker or more mystical-looking steed.
It is said that Enbarr could run across the surface of water as easily as on land, making it a powerful and symbolic creature. This ability connects the horse to the Celtic belief in the liminality between the land and the sea, realms both known and unknown.
Enbarr is most famously associated with the Irish hero Manannán mac Lir, the sea god. Manannán is often depicted as riding Enbarr, further cementing the creature’s magical and divine status.
Enbarr is also sometimes connected with the Tuatha Dé Danann, the ancient and powerful race of gods in Irish mythology. In some accounts, the horse is a gift to a hero or a deity.
The horse in Celtic mythology is often a symbol of nobility, power, and freedom. Enbarr's ability to travel across land and sea may also represent a bridge between worlds, or the journey between the known and the unknown.
Races
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Mtc Enbarr 2026
£90.00
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MTC ENBARR Plus Race T-Shirt and Hi-Viz Jacket
£155.00
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MTC ENBARR
