Runamuck Challenge

Irelands original and most popular fun mud run.

FAQ

 

Next Event on Saturday 1st of March

ENTRY NOW OPEN HERE

Runamuck Challenge 2025 

We are looking forward to a day of great fun with friends old and new in 

March 2025.

 

1. Where is the event being held?

The event is held in the fabulous 3,000 acre Coolcarrigan Estate in north Co Kildare – Easy access from Dublin, M4 and M7 – EVENT LOCATION AND DRIVING DIRECTIONS HERE

 

2. What distance are the courses & how long will they take?

  • 1 lap Muckers course is ~5.5km long and will have ~50 obstacles per lap
  • 2 lap Serious Muckers option ~11km with ~100 obstacles in total
  • It takes between 28 and 90 minutes to complete a single lap depending on
  • The muckiness of the ground,
  • Your fitness level
  • Aptitude to overcome the terrain and the obstacles  

New for 2025: Junior Muckers (aged 12 – 15) can take part in the Main Event if accompanied by an adult in a start wave between 12:00 – 1:30pm.

Please note: Unaccompanied Junior Muckers (aged 12  – 15) will take on the Mini Muckers Course at 2pm.

The Mini Muckers event will take place over an ~3km course and takes place after the main event at 2pm.  This is for those aged 7-11yrs. Adults are NOT permitted to run with the Mini Muckers. 

3. What are the entry categories?

    • Solo/Pair (1 or 2 people) – Standard Price
    • Team ( 3 to 9)  discounted on standard prices
    • Team (10 to 19) discounted on standard prices
    • Team (20+) discounted on standard prices
    • Discounts for groups automatically applied when entering
    • ENTER 2025 March Event HERE Now

4. What is the Minimum and Maximum Team Size?

Minimum 3 – no maximum!! The current record is 166 team members which was set 2018.

 

5. Will I get number and timing chip in the post?

NO -–This is a challenge not a race – so there will be no timing chip or official times. All race numbers will be collected on the day of the event, no numbers will be posted. For those who would like to record their times, there will be a digital clock at both the start and finish!

 

6. Can I switch between muckers (1 lap) and serious muckers (2 laps)?

Yes – 1 distance change (Free) per entry is permitted. Last date for distant change requests is 2 weeks prior to the event date. Send e-mail to info@runamuckchallenge.ie with your “Distance Change Request”

Only those aiming to do the 1 lap (5.5k) should enter waves after 12.30pm as we will close the course progressively once the final wave has started so those doing a 2nd lap must have commenced their 2nd lap by 1.30pm.

 

7. How do I create a team?

When creating a team, select the ‘Create a new team’ tab. You then have the option to password protect your team so that only those people you give the password to, can join your team.   

NOTE:  If you don’t password protect your team, anyone will be able to register and join it! 

If you are creating the team, make sure you make a note of the wave time you put the team into. You will need to ensure you tell all your teammates to select the same wave!

If you created a team, once you have finished the registration process and purchased a ticket, you will then be able to share the team name and password (if applicable) as well as the wave and lap detail with your teammates so that they can sign up and join the team.  

 

8. How do I join a team?

Select the correct ticket type (Team Size) from the registration page: 

If you wish to join an existing team, select the ‘Join an existing team’ tab.  Note, if your team was set up with a password, you will need to know it to join the team. 

 

9. Do I have to join a team

No, participants are welcome to entering as a solo entry. Anything less than 3 participants are defined as solo entries.

 

10. What do I do if my Teams Wave is full?

If your teams wave is full you must sign up to the nearest available wave. We will try our best to accommodate you so you can race with your team on the day.

 

11. Are there any age restrictions?

YES – The Runamuck Challenge is a 16+ event and those under the age of 16 are NOT permitted to enter.

New for 2025: Junior Muckers (aged 12 – 15) can take part in the Main Event if accompanied by an adult in a start wave between 12:00 – 1:30pm.

The Mini Muckers event is for those aged 7 to 11yrs. Adults are NOT permitted to run with the Mini Muckers.

 

12.  Can I change waves once entered?

No – You select your wave at entry stage from those made available to you on your entry form. Unfortunately if your friends’ wave is full you cannot formally join in that wave on your entry form

As a lot of waves sell out early and the choice of waves becomes limited we cannot allocate any more entries to individual waves unfortunately. Please enter an alternative wave, before your original first wave choice if possible but immediately after if not.

We generally have a few spare spaces in each wave to be given out on a “first come first served” basis on the day so that you can go in your friend’s wave so just be at start on time on the day and we will do our best to facilitate everyone running in the same wave.

 

13. What do I do if my teams wave is full?

If the wave you wish to join is full you need to join the nearest available wave (Waves every 5 mins) and we will try our best to get you all in the same start wave on the day. 

If you are a team captain and you know you know you have members registered in multiple waves please contact us at info@runamuckchallenge.ie and we will try our best to get you all together.

 

14. When is the last day to enter?

NEXT EVENT is on Saturday 1st March 2025 – ENTRY NOW OPEN HERE

Free Name Changes (1 per entry) permitted up to 2 weeks prior to the event

We will close for entries whenever we Fill All Available Spaces – Typically this is ~ 1 month before event date

 

15. Can I allow someone to compete instead of me if I am unable to attend?

You are allowed to change the name of the participant entered Free of Charge up until 1 month before the event

To change the Name on your entry please access the ‘Manage your bookings’ link in your booking confirmation email.

 

16. Are changing and showering facilities provided?

We have basic covered communal single sex (Male & Female) changing facilities. Basic power washer facilities will also be available after the finish line. We recommend you bring an old towel and a container of water to help you clean more thoroughly and dry off at your vehicle. A good plastic bag should be brought for your dirty shoes and clothes which should be taken home with you – Please do not leave rubbish behind you

 

17. Is there a bag drop ?

We will have a key/ small bag drop area close to registration.

Please make sure your keys are labelled with your race number if you wish to use this facility, we will provide labels on the day

Valuables, wallets, watches or individual clothing cannot be accepted here – Key and small bag drop only!

 

18. Will there be an event memento?

You will get a useful Buff when you collect your race number and sign on.

 

19. Will there be refreshments available at the race venue?

YES -There will be hot drinks and refreshments available for purchase before and after the event. 

 

20. Where and when is race sign on?

Race Parking opens at 9.15am.

Race sign on/ registration will take place from 9.30am. Registration for each wave will close 1 hour before wave start time so please plan to arrive in plenty of time.

You will collect your race number and souvenir Runamuck Buff at race sign on.

Only one representative (Team Captain) from each team needs to collect numbers and buffs for the whole team

 

21. Is a refund available if I cannot attend for any reason?

No – Once your entry is received we incur on line entry charges and admin costs so unfortunately we are unable to offer a refund.

In the event of a postponement due to adverse weather related or other “Force Majeure*”reason including Covid related reasons, all entries will be valid for the re-arranged date.

 

22. Should I take part if I have a medical condition?

No, If your condition is likely to put you or any other person at risk then do not enter or take part in the Runamuck Challenge

 

23. Am I insured to take part in this event?

The insurance cover in place for this event is to cover accidents or damage to 3rd parties only. IT IS NOT PERSONAL INJURY INSURANCE FOR PARTICIPANTS WHO MAY BE INJURED, GOING TO OR FROM THE EVENT OR AT ANY STAGE BEFORE, DURING OR AFTER ON OR OFF THE COURSE OF THE EVENT. This event is one in which you should make yourself fully aware of the risks before you enter and take part and your entry is conditional on your accepting of these risks.

Should you feel personal injury insurance cover is appropriate for you then please make your own arrangements to take out a suitable policy to meet your own needs

 

24. Can I bring my dog to the event?

No – For the safety of all, dogs are not permitted anywhere at the event even for spectators except for trained Guide Dogs

 

25. Can my family and friends come along to watch?

The event is set-up to cater to participant’s needs not spectators. Friends (Max 1 per participant) may come and enjoy the atmosphere close to the start / finish area only but they must arrive in participant’s vehicle. Supporters are not permitted out on the main race route as the access routes are reserved for service and medical support vehicles.

Please note that parents or guardians are responsible for supervision of children and must keep them under control and off race route at all times.

Unfortunately the event venue is not suitable for wheelchairs, small children or buggies.

Please note that this is a working farm NOT a play area and participants and supporters are requested to not interfere with the farm or crops in any way and to take all rubbish home with them or leave it in one of the many bins provided

 

26. Where will we be able to park?

Directions to venue HERE  – Parking for all cars is in farm fields and condition of fields will be very dependent on the weather in advance of the event

Please car-pool and use front wheel drive (Or 4WD) vehicles to make parking easier for all concerned.

Bus parking is on a hard-standing area – Follow signs and marshal directions to Bus Parking Area – All buses should arrive between 9.30 and 11.30 am

No cars may be parked on the public roadside – No Exceptions

If dropping off participants, please DO Not enter the venue – Drop off at public road on the north side of venue and have participants walk ~300m to the registration area using the north side Bus entrance.

 

27. Are many sections of the course rough underfoot?

Yes – it will be very rough and may be wet and slippy underfoot in many sections of the course

 

28. What should I wear?

Runners with good grips, long-sleeved “technical ” running top or rain jacket if wet and/ or cold weather, light gloves, full leg leggings and your Runamuck Buff are recommended. Heavy sweatshirts and jogging tracksuit bottoms are likely to be heavy and uncomfortable when wet. Fancy dress is as mad as you chose to make it.

Rubber or metal studded football boots and Running Spikes ARE NOT ALLOWED for the safety of all participants.

Please ensure your runners’ laces are tied tightly and double knotted

 

29. Am I likely to get wet & dirty?

Yes – The muckiness of the course is dependent on the amount of rain leading up to the event but be assured you will get wet and muddy. Please bring a full change of clothes for after the event and a plastic bag to take away your dirty clothes and runners. We will provide a short power wash for all those that want one at the finish but we recommend you bring an old towel and a container of water to complete the self-clean process at your vehicle.

30. Fundraising

Entrants are not obliged to raise money for any cause at the Runamuck Challenge & we don’t have any specific charity partner as there are many worthy charities who benefit from the event each year.

You are free to do the event for a charity/ club / cause of your choice if you wish to do so. When registering you will have the option to opt in for our fundraising platform. This gives you the opportunity to create a fundraising page for one of the many listed charities.

If you would like to add a charity to the platform please get in touch with us at info@runamuckchallenge.ie

Any fundraising done by our participants in conjunction with their participation in our event does not imply any approval of the charity/ club/ cause etc. by the event organisers and no responsibility is taken by the organiser as to the bona-fide nature of any fundraising done by event participants.

 

PLEASE NOTE THAT NONE OF THE RACE TAKES PLACE ON LAND OR IN WATER THAT IS FREQUENTED BY FARM ANIMALS – Parking is in field used for grazing sheep

No commercial activities are permitted without the permission of the organisers.

No other event / product flyers may to be placed on vehicles or posters / signs/ flags erected within the grounds –  No Exceptions

 

  • *“Force Majeure” means any event outside a party’s reasonable control including but not limited to acts of God, war, flood, fire, labour disputes, strikes, sub-contractors, lock-outs, riots, civil commotion, malicious damage, explosion, terrorism, governmental actions and any other similar events including weather conditions and Covid pandemic