For the first time ever, and to show our appreciation for the consistent support and loyalty we receive from the running community, we are going to open up 50 pre-sale places to the RATHLIN RUN 10 MILE & 5K RACES for 2026.
If the entry page says ENTRIES UNAVAILABLE, this means all pre-sale places have been sold. Don't worry though, PUBLIC ENTRIES will open in late March / early April 2026.
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No - only online entries are accepted. Entries will be limited to 240, a combined number across both events, and considering the event has reached capacity previously, we would encourage everyone to enter early.
Yes - although you have entered online, you MUST still proceed to the registration area on the morning of the race (Race HQ @ McCuigs Bar) to collect your race number and goody bag. Due to the timing of the last ferry prior to race start, we encourage all participants to 'sign in' as soon as possible when they arrive on the island.
Yes - for the 10 Mile event you must be 18 years old or over and for the 5k event you must be 11 years old or over
No (for both events), but please remember that this is an officially permitted running event and as such, participants MUST not enter with the intention of walking the entire distance. If it is obvious that this is your intention, you may be asked to withdraw from the event on health and safety grounds (as we cannot keep emergency services on stand-by to facilitate this).
There will be a specified bag drop area near the finish line. Please note that this area is not resourced at all times and belongings are left at your own risk. The Rathlin Run take no responsibility for theft or damage to any belongings.
Yes - Official water stations are located at 2.7 miles, 5.7 miles and 8.1 miles on the 10 mile course and at 1k and 4k on the 5k course. There will also be water on the finish line for each competitor.
Times will be recorded and results produced for the event. As the timing is manual, it is ESSENTIAL that you wear your race number on the front of your t-shirt/vest/jacket and it MUST be visible at all times.
Results will be published as soon as practicable after the race. This is usually before 7pm on race day via www.rathlinrun.com.
Yes - there are mile markers on the 10 mile route and km markers on the 5k route.
No - we understand that some runners like to train with headphones, but we will STRICTLY enforce UKA rules on wearing headphones during the race; this is for YOUR own and others safety.
As much as we love animals, unfortunately dogs (or any other animals) are NOT allowed on the course as part of our race. This is against UKA rules.
No - unfortunately we cannot offer refunds. As soon as you enter the event, we commit to purchasing items for you, and thus, as a not for profit event, we would have to pay for these items if we gave you a refund - as a not for profit event, this would be unsustainable. This is clearly explained in the event terms and conditions HERE and on the race registration form.