The Race
The John Davis Run is a 5km run race taking place on Saturday 1st March in the grounds of Malahide Castle. John Davis was a huge figure in Irish athletics over the past 20+ years who sadly passed away in 2007. John worked with many clubs throughout his time in the sport and Piranha Tri Club are staging the race to honour his incredible input and commitment. All money raised from entries and sponsorship will go to the Irish Cancer Society.
The Location
Malahide Castle, set on 250 acres of park land in the pretty seaside town of Malahide, was both a fortress and a private home for nearly eight hundred years. The Talbot family lived here from 1185 to 1973, when the last Lord Talbot died.
The Course
The course is a mixture of trail, path and road around the perimeter of the Castle grounds. It will begin and end in front of the castle itself. The route has no major hills, but is rarely flat as it winds around the grounds. You can see the course map on the web
How do I enter?
Entries are limited as this is the inaugural event so you are encouraged to enter quickly as we expect the event to sell out quickly. Entries are now live on the at www.piranhatri.com or www.runireland.ie . You need to be over 16 to enter.
What do I get for entering?
The entry fee is €20 which will include your race entry, t-shirt and drinks/snacks at the finish line.
All proceeds from the event will go directly to the Irish Cancer Society, and you can raise further money by downloading and filling in a sponsorship form for the event. Ask around at home or in the office and bring along any money you raise on the day. Prizes will be given to the people that have raised the most money. There will also be prizes for 1st/2nd/3rd place, for both male and female athletes.
Start time is 10.30am, Sign On closes at 10.00am
More info on: www.piranhatri.com or frommalahidecastle5k@gmail.com.
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