Sligo Coast to Coast & 5 Mile Challenge 2023

The most beautiful 10-mile race on the Wild Atlantic Way is back again this year! Run or walk the 10 Miles from Strandhill to Rosses Point, taking in stunning views of Sligo Bay, Benbulben and Knocknarea, a highlight of the northwest running calendar!

This year, we will also have a 5-mile challenge for those looking for a shorter distance but still taking in views across Sligo Harbour towards Coney Island, Oyster Island and Knocknarea.

Our charity partners for this year are

North West Hospice

St Johns Patient Comfort Fund

A massive thank you to our sponsors for 2023

Race Details

Sligo Coast to Coast:

Date: 24th of September 2023

Start time: 9.30 am for walkers, 10.30am for runners

Start location: Sligo Rugby Club

Entry Fee: €35

Online Registration: https://njuko.net/coast2coast2023/select_competition

Chip timing and Medal for all finishers, plus a technical T-shirt to all entrants registered BEFORE 20.9.2023- limited stock available to those entering after that date- Get signed up early to avoid disappointment.

Route:

Sligo Coast to Coast | 16.0 km Running Route on Strava

Sligo AC 5 Mile Challenge:

Date: 24th of September 2023

Start time: 10.30 for Runners

Start Location: Ballast Quay

Entry fee: €15

Chip Timing only

Online Registration: https://njuko.net/coast2coast2023/select_competition

Route:

Sligo AC 5 Mile Challenge 2023 | 8.0 km Running Route on Strava

This run is becoming one of Ireland’s most successful and fastest growing 10-mile road race. You will enjoy a very scenic route, mainly flat, perfect for those seeking a P.B. There will be fantastic encouragement from spectators and our dedicated team of marshals’ who will provide support along the course.
Join us and experience a true Sligo welcome from Sligo Athletic Club. 

In-Person Registration:

Location: Sligo Rugby Club

Saturday afternoon: 23rd September 2023 – 4 pm-7 pm

Sunday morning:  24th September 2023 – 8.00 am – 10 am

Race Number Collection:

Location: Sligo Rugby Club

Saturday afternoon: 23rd September 2023 – 4 pm-7 pm

Sunday morning:  24th September 2023 – 8.00 am – 10 am

Bag Drop:

Location: Sligo Rugby Club

Sunday morning:  24th September 2023 – 8.00 am – 10 am

All bags will be brought to the finish line in Rosses Point.

Bus transfers: A limited number of bus seats will be available (free) to take participants from Rosses Point to the Rugby club in Strandhill on the morning of 24.9.2023 between 8 am- 8.30 am, so car-pooling is encouraged where possible.

Bus Eireann provides a frequent service between Rosses Point and Strandhill – commencing on the hour, every hour from 11.05 through to 19.05, so you could enjoy lunch in Rosses Point after the event. When flagged down in a safe area, the bus will stop in Rosses Point.

Click for schedule: https://www.buseireann.ie/inner.php?id=525