5k, 10k, and half marathon races in beautiful surroundings
Join us for this year’s Hillsborough Running Festival, in support of Northern Ireland Hospice, brought to you by RunThrough Events.
Experience the Scenic Castle Grounds
The 5k, 10k, and half marathon races are fit for all the family and will start within the beautiful grounds of Hillsborough Castle, before heading out into the surrounding forest and taking in historic attractions such as the iconic fort and picturesque lake.
The half marathon and 10k will then head out on to Ballynahinch Road before re-joining the route to finish in the castle grounds. Each mile is accurately marked out with distance flags and there will be plenty of marshals to keep you on track and encourage you all the way to the finish.
You’ll be rewarded with a well-earned unique themed medal at the finish line, along with free official event photos, chip time results and post-race goodies.
When
Sunday 28 July 2024
Ticketing Information
Separate ticket required, please visit RunThrough's website for details and purchase.
The races will start and finish in the gardens.
Separate ticket (advance booking required)
Buy ticketsEXPLORE WHAT'S ON
- Tours and talks
- Events
Garden Workshops
Join our expert gardeners in workshops and explore Hillsborough Castle's historic gardens.
- Until 14 September 2024
- 10.30 - 12.30
- Hillsborough Castle
- Separate ticket (advance booking required)
- Things to see
Hillsborough Fort
Uncover the origins of the Hill family in their first home in Hillsborough.
- Closed indoors
- Hillsborough Castle
- Free
- Things to see
The Lake
Explore an expanse of picturesque waterways and magnificent giant sequoia trees in this secluded section of the castle grounds
- In line with gardens opening hours
- Hillsborough Castle
- Included in all admission tickets (members go free)
BROWSE MORE HISTORY AND STORIES
The story of Hillsborough Castle and Gardens
‘The Grandest House in County Down’
Art at Hillsborough Castle
Hillsborough Castle has become a place in which to see amazing art