Surf and Turf Run is back for more

Following on from last year’s hugely successful event, Enniscrone is getting ready to host what is fast becoming the most enjoyable athletics event in the region.

The second annual Enniscrone Surf and Turf Fun Run will take place on Saturday, October 24th (the October Bank Holiday weekend) at 12 noon.

The run, hosted by the Enniscrone/Kilglass GAA club, will give competitors the opportunity to take in all that is good about Enniscrone, and test themselves in a fun and beautifully scenic environment. Our course, which contains a number of fun and unique obstacles, covers five kilometres, with the youths (U16s) course slightly altered to three kilometres.

Those taking part will battle it out for prizes worth €600, kindly sponsored by Mattie Coleman of Coleman Electronics Ltd.

In a change from last year’s format, this year will be an individual event with prizes across our three sections – men’s, ladies and youths. The overall winner will also take home the John P. Hannon Memorial Cup.  

Entry fees

Adults - €20

Youths - €10 (14-16 years of age)  

Registration forms can be downloaded from our club website, www.enniscronekilglassgaa.com or from our Facebook page (EnniscroneKilglass GAA). Forms will also be available on the morning of the event.

Registration will take place on the morning of the event in the Enniscrone/Kilglass GAA clubhouse from 10.00am to 11.45am.

The route is set in the scenic Quigabar area, with the starting and finishing point at the Enniscrone/Kilglass GAA club grounds. The loop route brings competitors down 1 kilometre of public road, followed by 1 kilometre of shoreline and then through 3 kilometres of demanding cross country terrain, which will include several obstacles, big and small!

Following the run, everyone will receive refreshments at the clubhouse, followed by the presentation of prizes. Shower and changing room facilities will also be available.

This course will test all our competitors and entertain our spectators, as participants attempt to negotiate a landscape that will test their wits. Above all, though, fun will be at the centre of our event with each runner guaranteed a rewarding afternoon, and a great start to your bank holiday weekend.

Cathal Mullaney, Enniscrone/Kilglass GAA PRO