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The Braveheart 5km Run 2023 will take place on Friday 9th June at the Porchfields, Trim.

Since its inception in 2010 the race which is organised by Trim Athletic Club has grown into one of the most popular events in the local running calendar.

The location and route of the race along the banks of the historic river Boyne is a run back through history. It takes the runners among one of the finest collections of medieval monuments in Ireland. Each year runners and their spectators remark on this memorable visual treat.

The friendly atmosphere and excellent post race hospitality combined with good organisation the host club enhances the experience for participants.

What’s included:

  • Technical tshirt for first 450 registered
  • AI Permit granted
  • Chip Timed

The Braveheart 5km Run 2023 will take place on Friday 9th June at the Porchfields, Trim.

Since its inception in 2010 the race which is organised by Trim Athletic Club has grown into one of the most popular events in the local running calendar.

The location and route of the race along the banks of the historic river Boyne is a run back through history. It takes the runners among one of the finest collections of medieval monuments in Ireland. Each year runners and their spectators remark on this memorable visual treat.

The friendly atmosphere and excellent post race hospitality combined with good organisation the host club enhances the experience for participants.

What’s included:

  • Technical tshirt for first 450 registered
  • AI Permit granted
  • Chip Timed

Thank you for registering for the annual Braveheart 2023 5k Trail Run hosted by Trim AC. We hope you have a great evening and enjoy the run amongst the beautiful setting of Trim Castle, Newtown Abbey and the River Boyne.

Number & T-Shirt collection:

We would encourage local participants to avail of Number & t-shirt collection at the Trim Aura Leisure Centre between 6.30pm – 8.30 pm Thursday evening, Numbers & t-shirt can also be collected at the Race HQ marquee in the Porchfields on the day of the run between 6.00 – 7.30 pm. (Unfortunately, due to the numbers who’ve registered marshals are only able to give you the size of t-shirt you selected on-line)

Registrations:

A limited number of entries will be available on the evening – Entry Fee €20

Race Time:
The race starts at 8pm sharp. The start is Chipped Timed which means that your time will only begin once you cross over the timing mat at the start and end when you cross the timing mat at the finish.

Toilets:

Toilets will be situated up beside the Race HQ near the Yellow Steeple and finish line.

Course Map:

The course is similar to previous years.

 

 

Prizes

Prizes will be awarded to:

1st, 2nd, 3rd Male & Female.
Category prizes for Male & Female 1st and 2nd  U20, O40, O45, O50, O55, O60, O65

PLEASE CHECK OUR PARTICIPANT CHECKLIST TO ENSURE YOUR GENDER, AGE, CATEGORY AND CLUB DETAILS ARE CORRECT FOR RESULTS.

 

We hope you enjoy the run.

Race Committee 2023