The Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Running Festival returns on Sunday, 27 July 2025, in the charming village of Hillsborough, County Down, Northern Ireland. Participants can choose from three distances: a Half Marathon (21.1 km), 10K, or 5K, each offering a scenic route through the historic castle grounds, surrounding woodlands, and local landmarks like Hillsborough Fort and Lake. The event is chip-timed with marked miles, pacers, and a 3-hour cut-off for the Half Marathon due to road closures. All finishers receive a themed medal, official photos, and post-race refreshments. Proceeds from the festival support the Northern Ireland Hospice.
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The Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Half Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, July 27, 2025, in Hillsborough, County Down, Northern Ireland, and is organized by RunThrough Events. This scenic 21.1 km race starts and finishes within the historic grounds of Hillsborough Castle, guiding runners through forested trails, past landmarks like Hillsborough Fort and Lake, and along Ballynahinch Road, with an elevation gain of approximately 227 meters.
The Hillsborough Castle & Gardens 10K will be held on Sunday, July 27, 2025, in Hillsborough, County Down, Northern Ireland, and is organized by RunThrough Events. This 10-kilometer race features 123 meters of elevation gain along a scenic route that winds through the historic castle grounds, wooded trails, and surrounding countryside.
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FAQs
What is the Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Half Marathon?
How long is the Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Half Marathon?
Where does the Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Half Marathon?
The Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Half Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, July 27, 2025, in Hillsborough, County Down, Northern Ireland, and is organized by RunThrough Events. This scenic 21.1 km race starts and finishes within the historic grounds of Hillsborough Castle, guiding runners through forested trails, past landmarks like Hillsborough Fort and Lake, and along Ballynahinch Road, with an elevation gain of approximately 227 meters.
The Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Half Marathon takes place in Hillsborough, Sheffield, UK.
The Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Half Marathon elevation gain is 227 meters, which Runna classifies as a Moderate race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Half Marathon?
The Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Half Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, July 27, 2025, in Hillsborough, County Down, Northern Ireland, and is organized by RunThrough Events. This scenic 21.1 km race starts and finishes within the historic grounds of Hillsborough Castle, guiding runners through forested trails, past landmarks like Hillsborough Fort and Lake, and along Ballynahinch Road, with an elevation gain of approximately 227 meters.
How long is the Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Half Marathon?
The Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Half Marathon take place?
The Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Half Marathon takes place in Hillsborough, Sheffield, UK.
What is the elevation gain of the Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Half Marathon?
The Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Half Marathon elevation gain is 227 meters, which Runna classifies as a Moderate race.
How can I prepare for the Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Hillsborough Castle & Gardens 10K?
How long is the Hillsborough Castle & Gardens 10K?
Where does the Hillsborough Castle & Gardens 10K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Hillsborough Castle & Gardens 10K?
How can I prepare for the Hillsborough Castle & Gardens 10K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Hillsborough Castle & Gardens 10K?
The Hillsborough Castle & Gardens 10K will be held on Sunday, July 27, 2025, in Hillsborough, County Down, Northern Ireland, and is organized by RunThrough Events. This 10-kilometer race features 123 meters of elevation gain along a scenic route that winds through the historic castle grounds, wooded trails, and surrounding countryside.
The Hillsborough Castle & Gardens 10K is 10km long.
The Hillsborough Castle & Gardens 10K takes place in Hillsborough, Sheffield, UK.
The Hillsborough Castle & Gardens 10K elevation gain is 123 meters, which Runna classifies as a Moderate race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Hillsborough Castle & Gardens 10K?
The Hillsborough Castle & Gardens 10K will be held on Sunday, July 27, 2025, in Hillsborough, County Down, Northern Ireland, and is organized by RunThrough Events. This 10-kilometer race features 123 meters of elevation gain along a scenic route that winds through the historic castle grounds, wooded trails, and surrounding countryside.
How long is the Hillsborough Castle & Gardens 10K?
The Hillsborough Castle & Gardens 10K is 10km long.
Where does the Hillsborough Castle & Gardens 10K take place?
The Hillsborough Castle & Gardens 10K takes place in Hillsborough, Sheffield, UK.
What is the elevation gain of the Hillsborough Castle & Gardens 10K?
The Hillsborough Castle & Gardens 10K elevation gain is 123 meters, which Runna classifies as a Moderate race.
How can I prepare for the Hillsborough Castle & Gardens 10K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Hillsborough Castle & Gardens 10K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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