Arrive early and carpool if possible! Follow marshals’ parking instructions, avoid parking on grass unless directed, and expect traffic at Tollymore’s single entry/exit gate.
Pack Collection
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Once parked follow the signage to the Event Registration area. This is also the start/finish location so it will be hard to miss. Please do not arrive early to collect packs. Our team will be busy setting up and it can result in delays.
Aid Feed & Water Stations
Tollymore Trail aid stations offer essential food and hydration, placed at key points to support runners. Detailed locations are listed in each race description.
Marshals & Waymarking
Reusable, discreet signage marks the Tollymore course. Marshals, all first-aid certified, are at key points to guide and assist runners while preserving the landscape’s beauty.
Our Charity Choice
Cancer Focus NI
Once again we have teamed up with Cancer Focus as our Official Charity partner for the 2024 Causeway Coast Marathon. Cancer Focus provide care and support services for cancer patients and their families; offer a range of cancer prevention programmes to help people lessen their risk of getting cancer; fund scientific research into the causes and treatment of the disease and campaign for better health policy to protect our community and its future. If you are looking for a charity to support we recommend Cancer Focus. Just get in touch and their team will be with you every step of the way. Contact https://cancerfocusni.org to find out how to get involved and raise funds.
Aid Feed & Water Stations
Tollymore Trail aid stations offer essential food and hydration, placed at key points to support runners. Detailed locations are listed in each race description.
Marshals & Waymarking
Reusable, discreet signage marks the Tollymore course. Marshals, all first-aid certified, are at key points to guide and assist runners while preserving the landscape’s beauty.
ITRA POINTS
ROUTE MAPS
Route ½ Marathon , Marathon, Ultra, and 10KM
1 lap – Half Marathon starting at 12pm 2 laps – Marathon starting at 10am 3 laps – Ultra Marathon starting at 8am The 21 km Tollymore Trail Marathon offers challenging terrain, stunning views, and full support with marked routes, aid stations, and safety teams.
10KM Route – Starting at 1pm
The Tollymore 10 km route offers a scenic run along the Shimna River, featuring key landmarks and a shorter, less intense course than the marathon.
EVENT RULES
Personal Registration Only – Participants must register and compete under their own name. Substitutions, transfers, or running under another person’s name are strictly prohibited.
Category Changes – Notify race officials immediately if you intend to change your event category. Failure to inform staff may result in disqualification.
Designated Start Times – All participants must begin at the official start time assigned to their category. Early starts are not permitted under any circumstances.
No Early Registration Access – Pre-registration or gaining entry to the course before the official registration period is not allowed.
Environmental Responsibility – Follow leave-no-trace principles and adhere to the event’s plastic-free policy. Littering of any kind will result in a Did Not Finish (DNF) status.
No Pre-Stashed Supplies or Clothing – Participants are not allowed to store or hide supplies, clothing, or equipment along the course prior to the event.
External Support Restrictions – Outside assistance is prohibited, except for competitors in the UTMW164 category who have been granted specific support permissions.
Registered Participants Only – Non-registered individuals are not allowed to participate or join any part of the course, including pacing runners or unofficial support teams.
Mandatory Gear for UTMW164 – Competitors in the UTMW164 category must carry mandatory gear as specified by race organizers. Gear checks may occur at any point during the race.
Course Re-Entry Policy – If you need to leave the course for any reason, you must re-enter at the exact point where you exited. Shortcuts or deviations will lead to disqualification.
Health and Safety Disclosure – Participants must disclose any pre-existing health conditions or recent injuries before the event. Any incidents, injuries, or emergencies that occur during the race must be reported immediately to race officials.