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Athletes to get on their marks for Run Killarney tomorrow
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MORE than 2400 people from across the globe will come under starter’s orders in Killarney tomorrow for one of Ireland’s premier running festivals.
Runners from 15 countries, including Qatar, Singapore, the USA and Canada, will line out for The Gleneagle Hotel Run Killarney Half Marathon and 10k race.
The routes give competitors the chance to run one of the world's most breath-taking and scenic road races through Muckross House and the Killarney National Park.
Both routes are fast downhill courses with amazing scenery. The half marathon starts at Moll’s Gap and continues through the National Park to the finish line and party atmosphere at The Gleneagle Hotel.
Event organiser Oliver Kirwan said: "We’ve been going for six years now and it’s as popular as ever with people coming from all over the world for the event. It’s a great way of promoting health and fitness in Killarney and creates a great buzz in the area for the weekend. I’d like to welcome everyone here for the event and wish everyone the best of luck, see you on the course!”
All competitors will receive a customised t-shirt and finisher’s medal following the event, which is completely sold out.
Local residents are to be aware of the road closure on the N71 Moll’s Gap to Muckross House Killarney from 6.30am to 11.30am tomorrow, Saturday.
Above: Run Killarney entrants at Moll's Gap taking part in a previous event. PICTURE: VALERIE O'SULLIVAN
Wallace Arnold coach drivers return to Killarney
A group of 26 former coach drivers, wives, and friends from the Wallace Arnold tour company returned to Killarney over a recent weekend.
The group travelled from Holyhead to Dublin in a restored Wallace Arnold coach, staying at the Killarney Towers Hotel for three nights.
During the visit, the group drove the vintage coach to local landmarks, including Kate Kearney’s Cottage and Muckross House, before returning to town ahead of the Kerry versus Donegal match. The itinerary also included a trip around the Ring of Kerry.
The trip allowed the former drivers to reconnect and reminisce about their years touring Ireland. Organiser Bob Adams said that the vintage coach drew attention from local residents along the route.
The group noted the absence of several former colleagues who could not travel due to health reasons, including veteran driver Hilton Caldwell who is well known in Killarney.
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