Codling Windpark Wicklow Half Marathon & 10k - March 23rd, 2025
The Codling Windpark Wicklow Half Marathon & 10km will take place on March 23rd 2025 starting along the beautiful Wicklow coastline. We look forward to welcoming over 3,500 participants to Wicklow Town. Only 40 mins drive from Dublin.
The unique Finish area in the Courtyard of Wicklow’s Historic Gaol and the scenic Coastal course has been a big hit with runners and walkers from all over the country. Ideal start of season race to blow out the cobwebs….
Start of the race is located on the South Quay of Wicklow Harbour. Pinned location of start: Wicklow Half Marathon &10km Start
Number collection times & locations TBC
There is limited official parking for the event at Wicklow Council Offices on Station Road, and at the train station carpark. Please do not park illegally as cars will be ticketed or removed. We suggest you carpool, get lifts or use public transport where possible.
Wicklow train station is just a 20- minute walk from the start area.
Bus Eireann route 133 services Wicklow town and there are multiple stops near the race- course.
If using public transport please come early to avoid any delays on the roads due to road closures/diversions for the race.
Bag drop will be located in Blackcastle. It will be open at 9am. PLEASE NOTE: Your baggage label is the perforated strip along the bottom of your race number. Carefully remove this and attach it to your bag before handing your bag in. You will need your race number to retrieve your bag, so make sure you securely pin your race number to your running top!!!
We cannot accept un-bagged items such as phones/keys etc. If it is raining, please bring a plastic bag to go over your bag and keep it dry, as the area is not covered. Bag drop will be supervised, however management cannot accept any responsibility for lost or stolen items.
Toilets will be located at the start and finish areas. There will be toilets at the 6.5km, 12km & 16km mark on the course. Please do NOT use Talbot hotel for toilets or as a changing room.
Half marathon walkers will begin the race at 10am.
Half marathon runners will start at 10.30am.
10km participants will start at 10.45am.
There will be multiple start waves. Faster runners to the front for first waves and slower runners/joggers towards the back. Please note, your time will only start once you cross the start line.
The race starts along the south quay of Wicklow harbour, takes you around the town and provides some spectacular views before the unique finishing area in Wicklow Gaol.
Half Marathon distance markers will be in Yellow
10km distance markers will be in Blue
Please be conscious to follow the signs directing you on the half marathon or the 10km route!
Half Marathon at the 6.5km, 12km and 16km marks.
10km route will have water available at 5.5km.
Please assist us in keeping the area clean and tidy by using the dedicated bins provided along the course. Do not throw cups into bushes or fields. Please respect the local environment and it’s residents by disposing of your rubbish appropriately. Failure to do so jeopardises the future of the event. If caught littering, you will be disqualified from the race!
You will receive water, a banana, a bar and some hot soup at the finish line. Please ensure reusable water cups are placed in the designated bins provided. Please collect your finishers medal in the pen also. You will need to show your race number to receive your medal so make sure it is well pinned!
Please ensure you move through the finish pen as quickly as possible to allow room for finishers behind you.
Medical Services will be present on the day.