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Beara A.C. Eyeries 5 Mile Road Race

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A scenic course with some challenging hills starting and ending in the village - 2019 race Saturday 9th November 2.30pm

The Eyeries 5 Mile Road Race takes place every November, two weeks after the Dublin Marathon. Organised by Beara A.C. it is Race 3 of the Autumn 5 Mile Series.  The challenging course begins and ends in the village and is a great test to even the toughest of runners. This year will be the 6th Eyeries 5 Mile Road Race.


 See Eyeries Five Mile Facebook page 


  • Over 60 individual prizes
  • Athletics Ireland permit
  • Club standard race
  • Accurately timed
  • AIMS/IAAF course measured
  • Refreshments after in Eyeries Hall
  • Main sponsor Murphy's Supervalu, Castletownbere
  • Fund raising for Berehaven Red Cross Defibrillator Group and Beara A.C.

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Some great results for all ages and abilities

The course record is held by Alan O’Shea of Bantry A.C. His winning time of 25:50 in 2016 will be a tough record to beat. The same day saw the fastest time for a female when Ardgroom girl, Shauna Doelken-O’Shea, then seventeen years old crossed the line in a super 32:52. 


You don't have to be a serious runner to take part. You don't even have to run - walkers are welcome too. From young to not so young, you are welcome!


  • Special rate for children - pay on the day

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Download Race Day Information here

RACEDAY INFORMATION (pdf)Download

Important Information

Essentials for Race Day:


  • The race begins in Eyeries Village at 2.30pm on Saturday 9th November 2019
  • Please be at the Race HQ in Eyeries Hall by 1.30pm. Parking will be available nearby. There will be no street parking in Eyeries Village on the day
  • Please follow our stewards' instructions
  • Race HQ is a short walk from the parking area
  • All race participants must go to Race HQ to collect their numbers 


  • Pre-registered - pick up Race Numbers and pins
  • Registering on the day - €12 per person
  • Registration on the day will begin at 12 noon
  • Last registration at 2.15pm (15 mins before race start)


  • ALL participants in the race MUST wear their race bib and have it clearly visible on the front
  • Changing facilities, bag drop and toilets are available in Race HQ
  • The start line is 600m from Race HQ - turn left out of Hall and it is approx. 10 minute walk to the start line


  • The route is a left handed (anti-clockwise course
  • Participants are requested to follow stewards' requests and keep to the left-hand side of the road
  • Should you need assistance during the race please inform a steward. We have first-aiders, St. John's Ambulance Service and a Medical Doctor at the event
  • There will be water stops along the course
  • Teas and coffees and refreshments will be available at Race HQ after the race
  • Prize winners will be announced in Race HQ after the race


Enjoy the race and enjoy your day in Eyeries!



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