Christmas brings not only celebrations but also the opportunity to contribute to a plethora of noble causes. The GOAL Mile, a tradition for many, are taking place across Ulster this year. These one-mile walks or runs support GOAL, a well-established charity working to help vulnerable communities survive crises worldwide. Open to participants of all fitness levels, the GOAL Mile offers a chance to step outdoors, burn off the festive indulgences, and make a meaningful impact.
Below is a list of GOAL Miles taking place across Ulster this Christmas season.
Saturday, 21st December
Cavan
Mullagh Heritage Centre, Mullagh, 6pm
Sunday, 22nd December
Donegal
Pairc Aodh Ruadh, Fr Tierney Park, The Rock, Ballyshannon, 11am - 2pm
Christmas Day, 25th December
Antrim
- Cherryvale Playing Fields, Belfast, Ravenhill Rd, 10am - 1pm
Donegal - Mountcharles Pier, Shoreline, Salthill, 12pm - 2pm
Fermanagh - St Michael's College Running Track, Enniskillen, 10am - 12:30pm
Down Portaferry GAC, Ballyfounder Rd, Newtownards, 10am - 12pm
Boxing Day, 26th December
Cavan
- Fay GAA Park, Granard Rd, Moodoge, Ballyjamesduff, 1pm - 3pm
Monaghan
- Carrick Aces Running Track, Carrickmacross, Oriel Rd, Drummond Otra, 11am
- Latton GAA Club, Latton, Castleblayney, 11am
- Oram Sarfields GFC, A75 DX85, 11am
- Beech Hill College, Dublin Rd, Tirkeenan, Monaghan Town, 12pm (Dog Friendly ✅, Terrain: Dirt track)
Derry
- Sainsbury's Car Park, 12 noon (Dog Friendly ✅, Terrain: Pavement)
Fermanagh
Derrylin O'Connell's GFC, Derrylin O'Connell’s GFC Walking Track, 11am - 12pm
Friday, 27th December
Down
- Woodland Trust, Mourne Country Park, 228 Newry Rd, Kilkeel, 11am - 12pm
Saturday, 28th December
Derry
Desertmartin GAC, 11am - 12 noon
Saturday, 30th December
Antrim
- St. Comgall's GAC Pitch, 27 Dublin Rd, Antrim, BT41 4EB, 11am
Tyrone
Stewartstown Harps GAC Club, 11am - 1pm
New Year’s Eve, 31st December
Armagh
Pearse Og GFC, 11am
Donegal
Narin Beach, 3:30pm
New Year’s Day, 1st January
Tyrone
- Eglish GAC, Fr Connolly Football Field, 11am
Clogher Valley, Knockmany Forest, 1pm (Dog Friendly ✅, Terrain: Path and steep hill)
To Be Confirmed
Tyrone
Dungannon Eoghan Ruadh GAA Club
Why Take Part?
The Goal Mile is a simple yet very worthwhile event. Covering just a mile, it’s accessible to all fitness levels and a chance to burn off Christmas calories while supporting GOAL’s vital work in crisis-hit communities. All in all, the GOAL Mile is a great way to start or end your Christmas break.
How to Get Involved
Registration costs €26 for adults and €12 for children, with all proceeds going directly to Goal’s charitable efforts. You can sign up and find more information at www.goalmile.org/register.
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