Ras Na hEireann 2026

The long standing and hugely prestigious Larry McGill Rás Na hÉireann XC takes place on Feb 22nd 2026, returning again to Lawlesstown, Dunleer. 

This is one of the final XC events of the year. It is open to anyone who would like to dip their toe into a XC event. It is hugely enjoyable and different from normal Road race events.

This year the event will be again be held in our new venue - Lawlesstown, Dunleer. The course is a short 300m walk from Dunleer AC clubrooms (A92 K7DN) where there will be ample parking available for all on the day. 

Juvenile Timetable:

12:00: Girls Under 9 (Born 2018 or after) 400m
            Boys Under 9 (Born 2018 or after) 400m

12:10 Girls Under 11 (Born 2016 or 2017) 1000m
          Boys Under 11 (Born 2016 or 2017) 1000m

12:20 Girls Under 13 (Born 2014 or 2015) 1600m
          Boys Under 13 (Born 2014 or 2015) 1600m

12:35 Girls Under 15 (Born 2012 or 2013) 2400m
           Boys Under 15 (Born 2012 or 2013) 2400m

13:00 Girls Under 17 (Born 2010 or 2011) 3000m
          Boys Under 17 (Born 2010 or 2011) 4000m

Prizes : 1st 6 individuals plus top 3 teams of 4 athletes in all juvenile races.

Senior Timetable:

Ladies 13:30 Senior, Junior & Masters 4000m (team of 4 per club)
Men 14:00 Senior, Junior & Masters 6000m (team of 4 per club)

Prizes:
Top 4 male & top 3 females in the senior races
1st 3 club teams (teams to include any combination of Senior, Junior or Master)
1st Men team (4 athletes) will be awarded the Noel McGuill Cup.
1st Ladies team (4 athletes) will be awarded the Sandra Floyd Cup.