The Ashling Murphy is a 4 Mile road race starting and finishing in the centre of Tullamore.
The Ashling Murphy Perpetual Trophy is awarded to the first lady. It is part of the Peugeot race series and the Offaly Athletics Endurance race series.
Last year it was a sell out race with over 800 finishers for the inaugural event. Lizzie Lee, Leevale AC was the winner of the 2022 Ashling Murphy Trophy.
FAQ:
The Ashling Murphy 4 Mile Road Race is Race 1 of the Offaly Athletics Endurance Race Series and incorporates the Offaly Novice, Senior, and Masters Road Race Championships.
This race is run on a one-lap loop course, starting and finishing in the Tullamore Town Centre.
When is the race? The race in on Sunday 21st of May 2023
What time does the race start? The race starts at 10am (Walkers 09.45am sharp)
Where does the race start? The race starts and finishes on Bridge Street, Tullamore (near O’Connor Square R35 A9P4)
Race route: From outside the Brewery Tap, go straight through the town all the way out Arden Road to Ben Scally Centra. Taking a left there all the way through the next roundabout and on to the Sragh Road. Left again, back around towards the next roundabout, and right onto Kilcruttin. At the Railway Station traffic lights, take a left back down the town to the finish line.
Where is registration or number collection? Online registration is open until 1 p.m. on the 20th of May. Registration is at the Bank of Ireland, Bridge Street, R35 Y791, from 8.15 a.m. (Those who opted to have their number posted do not need to register on the morning of the race and may go straight to the start line)
Where can I park? Parking available at Bridge Centre Car Park, and Spollen’s Car Park and Tanyard Car Park
Toilets: Toilets are available in O’Connor Square.
Can walkers register for this race? Yes, walkers are very welcome and will start at 09.40 a.m. (15 minutes ahead of the runners). Due to safety measures, walkers are advised to use the footpaths where possible.
How old is the race open to? All runners must be 16 years of age or older.
Will the road be closed? There will be road closures along the greater part of the route from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., which provides huge safety and comfort for our athletes. The road closures will be lifted once the main pack of runners passes. Please follow the instructions of the Gardai and race marshals and be mindful that safety is paramount for all involved.
What time is the prize presentation? The prizegiving will be in O’Connor Square at 11.30 a.m.
The Ashling Murphy Perpetual Trophy will be presented to the 1st lady finisher by Ashling Murphy’s parents, Ray and Kathleen.
Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd finishers and 1st O40, O45, O50, O60, and O70 Male and Female.
The Ashling Murphy is a 4 Mile road race starting and finishing in the centre of Tullamore.
The Ashling Murphy Perpetual Trophy is awarded to the first lady. It is part of the Peugeot race series and the Offaly Athletics Endurance race series.
Last year it was a sell out race with over 800 finishers for the inaugural event. Lizzie Lee, Leevale AC was the winner of the 2022 Ashling Murphy Trophy.
FAQ:
The Ashling Murphy 4 Mile Road Race is Race 1 of the Offaly Athletics Endurance Race Series and incorporates the Offaly Novice, Senior, and Masters Road Race Championships.
This race is run on a one-lap loop course, starting and finishing in the Tullamore Town Centre.
When is the race? The race in on Sunday 21st of May 2023
What time does the race start? The race starts at 10am (Walkers 09.45am sharp)
Where does the race start? The race starts and finishes on Bridge Street, Tullamore (near O’Connor Square R35 A9P4)
Race route: From outside the Brewery Tap, go straight through the town all the way out Arden Road to Ben Scally Centra. Taking a left there all the way through the next roundabout and on to the Sragh Road. Left again, back around towards the next roundabout, and right onto Kilcruttin. At the Railway Station traffic lights, take a left back down the town to the finish line.
Where is registration or number collection? Online registration is open until 1 p.m. on the 20th of May. Registration is at the Bank of Ireland, Bridge Street, R35 Y791, from 8.15 a.m. (Those who opted to have their number posted do not need to register on the morning of the race and may go straight to the start line)
Where can I park? Parking available at Bridge Centre Car Park, and Spollen’s Car Park and Tanyard Car Park
Toilets: Toilets are available in O’Connor Square.
Can walkers register for this race? Yes, walkers are very welcome and will start at 09.40 a.m. (15 minutes ahead of the runners). Due to safety measures, walkers are advised to use the footpaths where possible.
How old is the race open to? All runners must be 16 years of age or older.
Will the road be closed? There will be road closures along the greater part of the route from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., which provides huge safety and comfort for our athletes. The road closures will be lifted once the main pack of runners passes. Please follow the instructions of the Gardai and race marshals and be mindful that safety is paramount for all involved.
What time is the prize presentation? The prizegiving will be in O’Connor Square at 11.30 a.m.
The Ashling Murphy Perpetual Trophy will be presented to the 1st lady finisher by Ashling Murphy’s parents, Ray and Kathleen.
Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd finishers and 1st O40, O45, O50, O60, and O70 Male and Female.
