Athletics Wicklow Off Road Championships

The 4th Athletics Wicklow Off-Road Championship, hosted by Glendalough A.C. as part of the annual Run the Ridge trail-running festival, concluded on Saturday amidst dramatic competition and scenic Wicklow mountain terrain. The event, featuring distances of 30 km, 20 km, 10 km, and a junior 3 km race, drew a diverse field of trail athletes from across the region.

In a fiercely competitive battle, Parnell A.C. emerged victorious in the annual Club Cup Trophy, narrowly edging out the hosts, Glendalough A.C.. Parnell secured 9 gold medals, surpassing Glendalough's 8 golds to claim the top spot.

The Off-Road Championship remains a highlight of the Wicklow athletics calendar, blending grassroots competition with challenging trail running. The tight margin between Parnell AC and Glendalough AC underscores the high calibre of participation and commitment across the clubs.

Glendalough A.C., as hosts and co-organisers of Run the Ridge, showcased their continued leadership in regional trail running. Parnell A.C.’s victory marks a return to the top—they first secured the trophy in 2022, while Glendalough had claimed it in 2023, and Parnell again in 2024.

The full breakdown of results—including medal tables, individual category winners, and team standings is available here.

The 2025 Championship stands as a testament to spirited competition and community enrichments in Wicklow’s vibrant running scene.