The Long Woman's 5K Road Race and Family Walk

The Long Woman’s 5K Road Race & Family Walk 2025

Prepare for an exhilarating experience at "The Long Woman’s 5K"—has to be the only downhill road race in Ireland!

5K Route map

The 5K route kicks off near The Long Woman's Grave, leading participants along one of the most stunning stretches of the Cooley Peninsula. Get ready for an exhilarating descent into Omeath village, towards a fast and flat finish line! This route treats you to breathtaking views of Omeath, Carlingford Lough, and the magnificent Mourne Mountains.

Event Highlights:

Unique Medals for All Finishers: Celebrate your achievement with a special medal awarded to every participant.

Unique Trophy: 1st, 2nd, 3rd Male/Female

Age Category Prizes:1st O40 / O50 / O60 Male/Female

Amazing Support: Feel the community spirit as volunteers, supporters, and fellow runners cheer you on throughout the race.

Refreshments: Enjoy some post race treats on the Pier.

What You Need to Know:

Start Times: 7.30 pm.

Transportation to Start Line: 5K runners and walkers will be transported to their starting point. Buses depart promptly at 6.45 pm from outside Howes Bar – follow the steward’s directions.

Parking Available: Ample parking is provided for participants and supporters., please follow the steward’s directions.

Race Pack Collection: Pick up your race packs on race day from 5 pm outside The Grand Central Hotel, Omeath.

Hydration Stations: Stay energized. We encourage runners to be self-sufficient with their hydration to reduce waste. A water station will be available at the finish line.

Participation Requirements:

Registration Confirmation: Have your registration confirmation ready for easy check-in and number collection.

Age Requirements: Participants must meet the specified age requirements.

Prepare for an exciting atmosphere filled with fantastic camaraderie and a supportive environment to make your race unforgettable!

Join us on June 20th—whether you run, walk, or cheer from the side-lines, we need your presence!

This year, we have chosen Dundalk Dog Rescue as our charity partner, allowing participants to donate during online registration.

Chipped event for runners only

Must be at least 13yrs old on the day of the race to take part (runner) 

As legend has it at The Long Woman’s grave there lies a 7ft tall Spanish beauty, of the Royal line of Spain, who was swept off her feet and fell madly in love with a local man named Lorcan O Hanlon, the youngest son of the “Cean” or Chieftain of Omeath while he was trading in the Cadiz region of Spain.

Lorcan boasted of the vast land he had back home, and as folklore goes when his Spanish bride first set foot on his mountains in Omeath she became so overwhelmed with the place that she sadly suffered a heart attack and died!! and there she lies ever since that fateful day when Lorcan's heart was broken.