Running
Half Marathon
21.1 km
Start: 12:30 PM
The Brandon Bay Run
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Road runs in Ireland, Castlegregory
Distances
Running
10k
10 km
Start: 12:45 PM
Running
5k
5 km
Start: 01:00 PM
About
Ireland's original all beach running event, set entirely on the golden sands around Brandon Bay in County Kerry. Runners can choose between a half marathon, 10k, or 5k, with staggered start times and festival atmosphere.
Pacers
Staggered start times generate a great atmosphere as all participants finish together. Half marathon starts 12:30 pm, 10k at 12:45 pm, and 5k at 1:00 pm — times are tide dependent. Refreshments, water, fruit, and snacks are available at the finish.
Surface mix
- 100% asphalt
Typical weather in Castlegregory
Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).
Jan9°5°
↑ 08:44
↓ 16:56
Feb9°5°
↑ 07:58
↓ 17:52
Mar11°5°
↑ 06:55
↓ 18:45
Apr12°7°
↑ 06:43
↓ 20:39
May15°9°
↑ 05:45
↓ 21:29
Jun17°12°
↑ 05:19
↓ 22:04
Jul18°13°
↑ 05:38
↓ 21:56
Aug18°13°
↑ 06:25
↓ 21:06
Sep17°12°
↑ 07:16
↓ 19:57
Oct14°10°
↑ 08:06
↓ 18:47
Nov11°7°
↑ 08:03
↓ 16:49
Dec10°6°
↑ 08:45
↓ 16:28
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Register on the official organiser website.
Sign up nowWhat's included in entry
- Timing chip
- Race number
- Technical event t-shirt
- Bespoke event medal
FAQ
Half marathon: 12.30 pm10k distance: 12:45 pm5k distance: 13:00 pmNB - times subject to change and are tide dependent!Staggered start times for each event which will generate a great atmosphere around the end line as all participants will be arriving back together. There will be refreshments for all at the end of the race, perfect after such a challenge.Q: WHEN DO I GET MY NUMBER and T-Shirt?
Race pack postage: Participants have 2 options:1) Race pack postage: Simply select this option when completing your registration & we will post your t-shirt, race number & timing chip (timing chip is implanted in race bib).2) Collection: If you do not opt for postage you MUST collect your pack on Friday 17th July Time: 5pm - 9:00pm: Venue: The Club Rooms, Castlegregory (Purple building beside SPAR). N.B NO RACE PACK COLLECTION ON RACE DAY AND NO EXCEPTIONSNB: On advice from our timing company - please note, to avoid confusion, each entry will require separate postage i.e. if entering 3 participants each will require a separate postage, even if they are all going to the same address.Note: No postage available outside of Ireland! International participants only can collect on the day - please email us to arrangeQ: CAN I TRANSFER THE NAME OF MY ENTRY TO ANOTHER PARTICIPANT?
A: Yes, you can switch distances provided you notify us by email at [email protected] NO LATER THAN MIDNIGHT ON THE LAST WEDNESDAY BEFORE RACE DAY so the system can be updatedQ: CAN I DEFER MY ENTRY TO THE FOLLOWING YEAR?
**A: NO. We will offer a full refund up to 8 weeks prior to the date of the event. You must notify us by email before the 8 week cut off at [email protected]Q: CAN I CANCEL MY ENTRY?**A: Yes, We will offer a full refund up to 8 weeks prior to the date of the event. You must notify us by email before the 8 week cut off at [email protected]**(No refunds or deferrals after this date as race numbers will be allocated & t-shirts ordered, all of which are non-refundable)** Please note, in the event the event is cancelled /disrupted, participants will be offered deferred entry, donation or refund. The organisers are not responsible for any losses incurred.Q: CAN I WALK?
A: Refreshments, water, fruit, snacks and a sense of complete euphoria/achievement/relief (Delete as applicable!)Q: WHERE CAN I GET MY RESULTS?
:A: Results will be published on the our website, social media sites and live on www.myrunresults.com.Q: ARE IPODS/MP3'S ALLOWED ?
A: We advise against using them on safety grounds. Our race vehicles and ambulances must use the course, and must be able to alert participants of their presence.Q: WHAT IS THE LAYOUT OF THE COURSE:A: The course is set on one of the country's longest sandy beaches. The race does not move off the beach at any stage. The beach is 99% flat, solid sand but due to the nature of the sea there may be patches of gravel, softer sand & small stones, but the beach is so wide at low tide these will be easily avoidable. The beach is also intersected on occasion by small mountain streams, the size of which is weather dependent - footwear may get wet. Correct footwear is advised. The race will start & finish at Fahamore in the Maharees. Also note: please be aware that due to the size of the beach your course may end up being longer than the half marathon / 10k, 5k length, depending on the course you take.The route will be marked to correct lengths by easily identifiable flags, however, participants own discretion with regards to what area of the beach to use (i.e. avoiding stones / pools of water etc.) may result in slight variations in distances.Q: HOW WILL I IDENTIFY THE COURSE?
***PLEASE READ CAREFULLY***A: The route will be clearly marked by easily identifiable red flags and km markers .To keep distances accurate, please run on the sand dune side of the flags at all times (i.e. flags on your right going out, and flags on your left coming back). This will prevent any discrepancies in finishing times & distances that may occur by running a shorter route near the water as the beach is curved, so running closer to the seas = a shorter run!Q: WHAT IS IT LIKE RUNNING ON A BEACH?
Last updated: Jun 5, 2026, 07:53:42 PM
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