Bray Head
- Description:
- The classical Bray Head route, straight up and down over the two summits of Bray Head
- County:
- Wicklow
- Date:
- Wednesday 6th August, 2025
- Time:
- 19:30
- Climb (m):
- 270
- Distance (km):
- 6.85
- Event Difficulty:
- 6 (2,2,2) - Moderate Terrain, 200M - 500M ascent, 6Km - 10Km
- Race Marking:
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Route fully marked - GPS Allowed:
- Yes
- Leagues:
- Leinster League
- Mandatory Kit:
- Level B - Standard
- Waterproof jacket
- Hat or buff
- Gloves
- Whistle
- Charged mobile phone with emergency number stored
- Foil blanket, bivvy bag or equivalent
All runners must bring the above items to the race. The actual kit to be carried during the race will be finalised on the day, depending on conditions etc., and clearly advised at Registration.
You should also have the means to carry all the kit in case required.
Failure to have the required items may lead to you being denied entry to the race, or disqualification. Random checks may be carried out.
- Entry details:
- No entry details have been added for this event yet. Entries for league events usually open a couple of weeks before the event
- Getting There:
- The Martello Hotel is opposite the bandstand on Bray Seafront. There are regular Dart and Bus services to Bray. There is paid parking along the seafront and on adjoining roads. Please be careful to avoid blocking residential and business entrances.
- Organisers Instructions:
- Registration is in the Martello Hotel
Notice regarding registration Please note there will be a strict cut off time of 7pm - if you are not in the queue by 7pm, you will not be allowed to register.
Notice regarding early starts As this race is under 8k there is strictly no early starts, the long-course race starts for everyone at 19:30. The U16 junior route starts at 19:35.
Notice regarding mandatory kit requirements Jacket and official IMRA race number.
As the first half and the finish of the race route are on public paths, please be aware of pedestrians and other users. - Prizegiving Location:
The Martello Bar, Bray
Tea, coffee and sandwiches will be provided, courtesy of the Martello Hotel.
Volunteers (Non-Running)
You need to have done 2 non-running volunteer roles in a calendar year to qualify for end of year prize
Volunteers (Running)
Check with race director if they have a need for people volunteering and running. Race directors need a minimum number of people available throughout the race to make the race work so non-running volunteers are preferable. While it can be helpful, volunteering in a volunteer and race capacity does not count towards qualifying for end of year prize
