Frequently Asked Questions
What is the date of the race?
The race will be run on Saturday, November 3, 2012
What is the start time of the race?
The race will start at 11am.
Race Sign On will take place from 9am until 10.30 sharp at the Brockagh Resource Centre in Laragh Village (Just up hill from Mc Coys shop/ petrol pumps
Race Briefing will take place at 10.30 outside the Brockagh centre (toilets available here) and we will then walk / jog to the race start or take the courtesy bus if needed.
Race will start at 11.00
We will have an early start at 10.30 for walkers, slow joggers and Visually Impaired athletes - these must be registered by 10.00 and be ready in the Brockagh Centre by 10.10 for briefing and to be taken to the race start by courtesy bus.
The race will finish on the "Green Road" close to the pedestrian bridge near the OPW visitors centre where the race briefing takes place.
What is the distance and details for the race?
The race will be approx 15.2km long held mainly on forest trails in the Glendalough area - The route is totally free of traffic and there is ~600m of wet and mucky trail and ~300m of tarmac path close to the iconis Glendalough upper lake.
See course details for more information by clicking here
When do entries open?
On-line Entries are open now and close at midday on Thursday 1st November 2012
On race day registrations will be accepted up to 10am only on payment of a late registration fee of €25 PLUS a minimum of €50 towards Fighting Blindness at the Brockagh Centre in Laragh
Where is race HQ?
The race base will be in the Brockagh Centre in Laragh, Co Wicklow. A location map for Glendalough/ Laragh is available here.
Race parking, number collection will be at this location - carpooling is requested as parking is limited.
There is No Parking permitted for race participants at the OPW Car Park / visitor's centre.
When do I collect my race number?
Race Sign on and number collection will take place from 9am until 10.30 sharp at the Brockagh Resource Centre in Laragh Village (Just up hill from Mc Coys shop/ petrol pumps - Tea/ coffee will be available here once you have registered.
Race Briefing will take place at 10.30 at the Brockagh centre (toilets available here) and we will then walk / jog/ take bus to the race start.
Race will start at 11.00
We will have an early start at 10.30 for walkers and Visually Impaired athletes only - these must be registered and be ready in the Brockagh Center by 10.10 for race briefing and to be taken to the race start by our courtesy bus.
The race will finish on the "green road" trail close to OPW visitors centre.
What is the race route?
See more information about the race route by clicking here
What is the entry fee?
The basic on-line entry fee is €20 with a commitment to raise a further €50 minimum sponsorship for Fighting Blindness. To find out how your sponsorship money will be used click here.
What happens when I enter online?
Your credit card details will be processed and debited for the entry fee amount. You will receive an e-mail detailing your Receipt Number.
Will I receive a Goody Bag?
In order to minimize race entry fees for participants and raise funds for Fighting Blindness we will not be providing goody bags.
A Fighting Blindness t-shirt will be provided as part of the registration pack if you would like one.
How do I get my registration pack?
Once registered Fighting Blindness will send you your registration pack.
Do I get a refund or deferment if I can't run?
Sorry, we are unable to provide a refund or deferment if you can't run.
Can I transfer my number if I can't run?
We will take entry transfers FOC prior to October 28th. Please email your request to glendaloughtrail.com with your "Entry Name Request"
Will the course be marked?
The route will be clearly marked and marshaled as necessary.
Where can I leave baggage?
A baggage and key drop area will be provided at the race start/finish area. Items left in this area will be labeled with your race number.
The race organizers will not accept responsibility for items of value left in this area.
Will there be any drink stations on the route?
There will be a water station at approximately the half way point - at the end of the short mucky trail section 
Where will the toilets be located?
Toilets will be provided at the race start/finish area.
Where will the First Aid stations be located?
A minimum of two first aid points will be provided on the course. One will be based at the start/finish area and the second will be based at the water station on the race route.
When will the results be available?
We will aim to process results as soon as possible after race finish which will be available on this website and the Fighting Blindness website www.FightingBlindness.ie
What prizes will be awarded?
As this event is a harity fundraised the emphasis is on providing an enjoyable eventand raising funds for Fighting Blindness.
Outdoor adventure store Basecamp are sponsoring some prizes for this event and Fighting Blindness are also providing a couple of copies of the wonderful photobook "Beyond the Moment" for prizes.
Beautiful pottery bowls from Crannmor Pottery will also be presented to the winners
Prizes (Non-cash) will extend to top 3 and first Vet (0ver 40) for M and F/M plus hopefully some spot prizes.
Is there a race cut off time?
Yes. The full course will officially close at 2.30pm. This will allow sufficient time for participants to walk the course if you start with the walking group at 10.30 - Race signage and marshals will be removed in accordance with this schedule.
Who can I contact for further help?
Race Information:
E: info@glendaloughtrail.com
P: Paul on 086 350 3994
Fighting Blindness Information:
E: fundraising@fightingblindness.ie
P: +353 1 709 3050