Seven Sevens Race 2024
Info: New entries for this event closed on Thursday 1st August 2024.
£15 affiliated (ANI, IMRA , UKA) U23 £10 affiliated, £12 un-affiliated 65+ entry is free |
This is an arduous mountain race on open mountains around the seven highest peaks in the Mournes and entrants should have the necessary required fitness levels and experience before submitting an entry. In bad weather and/or poor visibility navigation skills and experience is an essential requirement for all entrants. This is not a suitable race for novices or new entrants to the sport of mountain running. The race organisers reserve the right to refuse a starting place to anybody whom they deem to not have the requisite experience and/or fitness. The minimum entry age is 18.
NOTE: There is a walking event held on the same day organised by Lagan Valley Orienteers. Please do not enter the race unless you are capable of meeting the cut-off time of 14:00 @ Ben Crom Dam.
| Race HQ | Shimna Integrated College, Newcastle |
| Registration | 08:30 - 09:30 |
| Race Start | 10:00 |
| Distance | 30.5km |
| Ascent | 2600m |
| Race Director | Jim Brown |
Course
For a description of the course, please see the BARF website.
Parking
Will be free in the grounds of Shimna Integrated College, The Lawnfield, King Street, Newcastle, BT33 0HD
Toilets
Available on site
Race Rules
This race will be run under Athletics NI and FRA rules. The minimum safety kit to be carried will be as described on the FRA website. Click here for further information: FRA requirements for Runners
Coronavirus Safety Measures
There are currently no Covid restrictions for events however we would ask that participants continue to apply common sense to limit the spread of infections.
Withdrawals
Are allowed up to the closing date and will be refunded the entry fee minus £3 to cover costs. Notify us via the email address above.
Event Cancellation
If we have to cancel the event for whatever reason we will refund the entry fee minus £3 to cover costs.
View the Event Disclaimer / Terms and Conditions.
View the Event Cancellation / Refund Policy.
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