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Slieve Donard Mountain Race

10 - 14 Central Promenade, Newcastle, County Down, BT33 0TS
Slieve Donard 1997

About

Irelands oldest mountain race, watch the runners start on Newcastle Main Street at 1pm and finish 50 minutes later in the playing fields in Donard Park

Facilities

Accessibility

  • All areas accessible to disabled visitors

Parking & Transport

  • On site parking

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Tel +44(0)78 3168 4674

Map & Directions

Opening Times

Season (31 May 2025)
DayTimes
Saturday13:00 - 15:00

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Map & Directions

Road Directions

Donard Car Park

Public Transport Directions

Newcastle Bus Station, walk down Main Street to start.

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