25km


25km Trail Race
Saturday, May 3rd 2025

Distance: 25km
Ascent: 700 metres
Descent: 700 metres
Race Format: Single Day, Single Loop Race - fastest runner wins.
Looped race starting in Waterville via the Kerry Way passing through the Mass Path and Derrynane - fastest runner wins.
ITRA Points: 1

Race starts at 10:30 on Saturday, May 3rd 2025.
Finish line cut off at 15:30.

Route Overview:
Starting in Waterville, this race covers tracks, trails, beaches, fields and a few bits of tarmac too. Stunning views of Derrynane, Kenmare Bay, the Beara Peninsula, Ballinskelligs Bay, the Skelligs and Waterville along the way. With fast grassy ramps, technical single track and some leg screaming and lung busting climbs to challenge runners of all standards.

Entry:
Cost of entry is €60.
Entry fee is non refundable and non transferable.
Full race day instructions will be emailed to entrants a minimum of 4 weeks before race day.

Included in entry fee:
GPS tracker and link to race tracking site.
Public liability insurance.
Wilderness first responder assistance.
Free parking.
Fully way marked route.
Branded finishers souvenirs.
Finish line food and refreshments.

Registration:
Saturday, May 3rd 09:00 - 10:00.
YOU MUST BRING YOUR RUNNING PACK WITH YOU WHEN REGISTERING SO WE CAN ATTACH YOUR TRACKER.
Race number collection.
Completion of event disclaimer.

Rules:
Entrants must be over 18 years of age.
The official Kerry Way, national way marked route, must be followed as marked on the day.
No short cuts are allowed.
Race number must be worn in a clearly visible position throughout the race.
This is a LEAVE NO TRACE event, littering will result in disqualification.
Blocking of local access by crew/spectators will disqualify the associated runner.

Mandatory kit:
A fully waterproof taped rain jacket.
Hat & gloves.
A fully charged mobile phone must be carried at all times.
GPS tracker provided by Waterville Trailrunning Festival.
Paper map of the route OR a GPS devise with the route loaded onto it.
Compass.
Whistle.
Survival bivvy or foil blanket.
First Aid Kit (containing a least 2 sticking plasters, 1 conforming bandage and 1 triangular bandage/sling)
Means to carry 500ml or more of water (bottle or reservoir).
Route information (to download gpx file please click the more info link to go to TraceDeTrail.com)

Register for WTF 25km 2025

 WTF 2025 EVENT INSTRUCTIONS 25KM
 
SIGN IN AND NUMBER COLLECTION:
09:00 - 10:00 Saturday, May 3rd @ The Lobster Bar & Restaurant, Waterville
 
Please ensure to bring 1 form of ID and your running pack (as we will need to attach your tracker) with you when signing in. You do not need to display your mandatory race kit when signing in, it will be checked at the start. BUT YOU MUST BRING YOUR RUNNING PACK WITH YOU WHEN REGISTERING SO WE CAN ATTACH YOUR TRACKER. 
 
RACE START TIME:
10:30 Saturday, 3rd May @ Mick O’Dwyer Park, Waterville
All participants must arrive no later than 10:15 for the final pre race instructions. Anyone arriving after the instructions have commenced will not be permitted to start.
 
START/FINISH:
The race will start and finish @ Mick O’Dwyer Park, Waterville

DROP BAGS:
No drop bag facility is in place for this event.

RACE CUT-OFF:
We have strict cut off times for all events and if it is missed the result recorded will be a DNF and no finishers medal will be awarded.
Finish Line Cut-off 15:30 (5 Hours).
 
RACE RULES:
All entrants must be over 18 years of age on the day of the race.
The official Kerry Way, national way marked route, must be followed as marked on the day.
Race numbers can be worn front or back in any location provided the full number is clearly visible at all times during the race.
This is a LEAVE NO TRACE event, littering will result in disqualification and this rule will be strictly enforced through all races.

CREW SUPPORT:
Crew support is permitted on any national road, but is strictly prohibited on any trail or off-road sections. Please park responsibly if you are providing support as any cars blocking access or in breach of the rules of the road could result in your runner being disqualified from the event.

FINISHERS MEMORABILIA:
All finishers will receive a finishers medal at the finish line.
 
FOOD & REFRESHMENTS:
Snacks and refreshments such as water, tea, coffee, soup, fruit, sweet and savoury snacks will be provided after the finish for all participants. Directions will be provided on the day.

AID STATION:
The start/finish area will have an aid station with water, tea, coffee, soup, fruit, sweet and savoury snacks.
 
TOILETS, SHOWERS AND CHANGING FACILITIES:
Ladies and gents showers, changing rooms and bathrooms will be available to all participants at Waterville GAA grounds (approximately 300 meters from the start/finish area).
 
PARKING:
Free parking will be available at Waterville IRD Car Park and also Waterville GAA grounds (approximately 300 meters from the start/finish area).
 
AWARDS CEREMONY:
Medals will be presented at the finish line and a short awards ceremony for all of the festival events including trophy presentations to 1st Male and 1st Female will take place in The Lobster Bar, Waterville on Sunday, 4th May @ 18:30.
 
MANDATORY RACE KIT:
A fully waterproof taped rain jacket.
A fully charged mobile phone must be carried at all times.
GPS tracker provided by Waterville Trailrunning Festival.
Paper map of the route OR a GPS devise with the route loaded onto it.
Compass.
Whistle.
Survival bivvy or foil blanket.
First Aid Kit (containing a least 2 sticking plasters, 1 conforming bandage and 1 triangular bandage/sling)
Means to carry 500ml or more of water (bottle or reservoir).
ALL PARTICIPANT MUST CARRY THIER OWN KIT AT ALL TIMES. NO KIT CAN BE SHARED TO COMPLY WITH MANDATORY KIT REQUIREMENTS.

Route Map and GPX also displayed on this page.

Any questions, queries or clarifications please email us at wtf@runwtf.com 
 
Emergency contact phone number 0876595997 (please if you have general enquires send on an email rather than calling this number, thanks).
 
Kind Regards,
 
Simon

FULL FESTIVAL SCHEDULE:
  
Saturday, 3rd May
09:00 - 10:00 WTF 25km & WTF 2 Day sign in and number collection @ The Lobster Bar & Restaurant, Waterville
10:30 WTF 25km & WTF 2 Day Stage 1 Start @ Mick O’Dwyer Park, Waterville
10:00 Finish Line Marquee/Aid Station (130km Drop-Bag Zone) Opens @ Mick O’Dwyer Park, Waterville
13:30 - 15:30 WTF 130km sign in and number collection @ The Lobster Bar & Restaurant, Waterville
15:30 Finish Line cut-off for WTF 25km and 2 Day Race Stage @ Mick O’Dwyer Park, Waterville
16:00 WTF 130km Start @ Mick O’Dwyer Park, Waterville
18:00 Paul’s Halfway House Aid Station Opens @ Glenmore School House (22km point on loop)
18:45 - 21:00 Casual gathering @ The Lobster Bar & Restaurant, Waterville
19:30 - 21:30 The Trail Running Film Festival Screening @ Tech Amergin, Waterville
00:00 WTF 130km Loop 1 Cut-Off
 
Sunday, 4th May
06:30 - 08:30 WTF 43km sign in and number collection @ The Lobster Bar & Restaurant, Waterville
08:00 WTF 130km Loop 2 Cut-Off
09:00 WTF 43km & 2 Day Stage 2 Start @ Mick O’Dwyer Park, Waterville
14:00 Paul’s Halfway House Aid Station Closes @ Glenmore School House (22km point on loop)
16:00 Finish Line cut-off for WTF 130km Ultra
16:00 WTF Kids Run @ Mick O’Dwyer Park, Waterville
18:00 Finish Line cut-off for WTF 43km and 2 Day Race Stage 2 @ Mick O’Dwyer Park, Waterville
18:15 Finish Line Marquee Closed @ Mick O’Dwyer Park, Waterville
18:30 - 18:45 WTF Awards Ceremony @ The Lobster Bar & Restaurant, Waterville
18:45 - 21:00 Casual gathering @ The Lobster Bar & Restaurant, Waterville
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