Mám Éan

County:

Galway

Date:

Saturday 23rd August, 2025

Time:

10:00

Climb (m):

350

Distance (km):

8.30

Short Course Distance (km):

3.70

Event Difficulty:

7 (3,2,2) - Difficult Terrain, 200M - 500M ascent, 6Km - 10Km

Race Marking:

- Route fully marked

GPS Allowed:

No

Leagues:

Galway 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.

Route Description:

Mám Éan Route Description Mám Éan offers a route with stunning views, as shown in the photos above. You can view the full course map here: Route Link. https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2704447?units=km The course is primarily an “out-and-back” with some variation in the middle section: Start to 1.5km: Runners follow the main rocky path. 1.5km – Chapel Section: The route turns onto a smaller path up the hillside towards the chapel, staying left at the second cross. Down the Hill: From the chapel, signage will direct runners across the hill and back towards the main path and Gate 2. To the Turnaround (4.2km): The main path continues with a mix of rocky ground and grassy light trail, mostly downhill, until the turnaround point at Gate 5 (approx. 4.2km). Return Section: Runners retrace the main path for about 2km before diverting onto a grassy side trail below the chapel. This rejoins the main path for the final 1.3km. Final Stretch: The last section is all downhill to the finish, with sweeping views of the 12 Bens in the distance.

Getting There:

Parking is available at the start/finish area, Loigín (Car Park), Derryvealawauma, Co. Galway, but car pooling is strongly encouraged as space will be limited. https://maps.app.goo.gl/zqH7CCodjz1D44oh8 Please follow the instructions of parking marshalls.

Juniors:

Short & Junior Course The shorter course is approx. 3.7km with 170m elevation gain, turning at Gate 2 (approx. 1.85km). Please note that the route includes loose, rocky terrain and is considered technical. *Under 10 years on day of race must be accompanied on the race route by a guardian or parent **Must be minimum 6 years of age on day of race to be allowed to take part

Early Start:

No early start on long course. Short Junior course starts 5mins after long course.10:05.

Organisers Instructions:

- Please note the IMRA update in January 2024 regarding mandatory kit. - For this race please come prepared with the items as per Level B Standard. - On the morning of the race the Race Director will determine what runners should carry, based on weather conditions. The meeting point is the car park linked above, in "Getting there". Registration will open at 08:45 and close at 09:40. - Your IMRA race no. should be worn on front and visible, especially crossing the finish line. - As per IMRA rules there is NO cash entries on the day. Pre-registered runners only. - If a runner needs a replacement race no. at registration, there is an additional charge of €5 for this. Please note: Entries are capped at 50 as per the permit.

Prizegiving Location:

There will be a prize giving ceremony, raffle, and light refreshments at the finish line, including snacks, fruit, and water

Volunteers (Non-Running)

You need to have done 2 non-running volunteer roles in a calendar year to qualify for end of year prize

Current Volunteers

Role	Volunteers	Accepted	Run
Race Director		Aidan Cleary	No
First Aid Officer		Dawn O Dowd	No
Race Marker		Andrew Cullen	No
Helper		Siobhán Kennedy	No
Helper		Pádraic Walsh	No
Helper		Stephen Burke	No
Helper		Daniel Morkan	No

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

Current Volunteers

Role	Volunteers	Accepted	Run
Race Marker		Denise Cronin	Yes
Helper		Lillian Deegan	Yes

Carpool