Arguably Ireland’s most scenic 8K race takes place in the stunning surrounds of Connemara this weekend, with places for the race filling up rapidly as the day draws near. Saturday will mark the 2nd Annual Roundstone Bay 8k, with the course itself consisting of a figure of eight loop, beginning and ending in Roundstone village, and taking in some spectacular coastal views along the way. Both runners and walkers are welcome and the organisers... 

This race is a shorter version of Gaelforce West. It involves 3 diciplines – trail and mountain running, kayaking and cycling. Total course is approx 31km, and suitable for all races from beginners to experts. The race takes place on the shores of Killary Fjord just outside Lenane in Co. Gaway. The rugged landscape is spectacularly scenic, the perfect place for an adventure race. The race is hosted by Killary Adventure Co, and there is... 

Now heres an event with a difference! This is a mass skinny dip in Galway Bay for the Hand in Hand childrens charity based in Galway. The now annual dip in the nip has garnered a great following and raised a great deal, over €200,000 and counting for charity. This valentines dip in the nip will be the first time both women and men will be ‘dipping’ in the same location at the same time. Although called the valentines dip in the nip,...