Join us in Carrickfergus on Sunday, 17th August
Race Start Time: 1.30pm at the front of the Amphitheatre Leisure Centre
Register here:
https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/StormingtheCastle10K2025
Follow us on facebook #STC10k
Race Director: Andy Smyth email: stormcastle800@gmail.com
Race Information:
Numbers will be capped at 1,000
Previous races have sold out so book early to avoid disappointment!
STC10K offers a fantastic, fast, flat course with potential for securing personal bests.
The Route:
Starting at Carrickfergus Amphitheatre, it encompasses the picturesque promenade along the Marine Highway and waterfront areas, overlooking the world class marina and views of Belfast Lough before finishing at the impressive 12th Century Norman Castle near Carrickfergus Town centre.
Partners
We are delighted to have the support of Ownies Bar Restaurant, Clanmil Housing and Mid and East Antrim Council.
Entry:
- Online registration closes once the capped entry of 1,000 has been reached or at 9pm on Wednesday 13th August 2025, whichever comes first.
- Catch the Early Bird until Saturday, 31st May 2025 – Affiliated £16/ Non-affiliated £18
- From Sunday, 1st June prices will increase to Affiliated £18 / Non-affiliated £20
- Late entry fee of £25 will be applied for all on the day registration – 17 August 2025 (subject to availability).
- Entries must be 15 years of age or over on race day.
- Entries cannot be Deferred and are NON-REFUNDABLE.
- Name changes can be made via the entry portal using your personal login with email and order number up to Saturday 19th July 2025 after this date and until Wednesday, 13th August at 9pm, please email stormcastle800@gmail.com with the following details of the runner taking your place. Full name, DOB, Club (if appropraite), email, Contact number, gender, age on race day, ICE Contact name and number. There will be an admin charge of £5 for any name changes after this date.
- Any athlete running under another competitor’s race number will be disqualified
- We will work with clubs to distribute race numbers or they can be collected from the Amphitheatre Leisure Centre, Prince William Way, Carrickfergus BT38 7HP in advance on Saturday 16th August between 9.30am and 12.30pm or on race day from 10am to 12.45pm
- PLEASE ARRIVE IN GOOD TIME TO COLLECT YOUR NUMBER.
Kids fun run Chase the Knight and STC Junior Race:
Sunday 17 August, 12.30pm
Kids Fun Run: 4-9 year olds – 1Km
STC Junior Race: 10-14 year olds – 2Km
Entry Fee – TBC
Every participant will receive a medal
To register for these youth events, please contact Mid and East Antrim Council Amphitheatre Leisure Centre on 028 9335 8342 – booking details to follow
For more information Email: gemma.brown@midandeastantrim.gov.uk
Note – MEA have advised that there will be no ‘On the Day’ Registrations
This is organised by Mid and East Antrim Council.
Getting Here:
Car Parking: There will be limited car parking at the Amphitheatre but there are a number of other car parks nearby – St Brides Street car park, (De Courcy Centre), Joymount, off the Marine Highway and the Castle car park at the harbour.
Public Transport: The train station is a 5 minute walk from the Amphitheatre visit www.translink.co.uk
Pacers/Marshals:
There will be a lead cyclist and pacers for the following 40, 45. 50, 55, 60 and 70 minutes and a tail runner.
Listen to the run briefing which will be 5 minutes prior to the start. Please listen to the instructions of the marshals/PSNI.
Use of Headphones:
Under UK Athletics rule 240 S5, the wearing of headphones is not permitted in races on single carriageway roads not wholly closed to traffic. The rule applies to in-ear or over-the-ear headphones (with the exception of those medically prescribed). Only bone conducting headphones are permitted.
Water, First Aid:
A water station will be located along the route and at the finish line.
First aid will be provided. If any entrant needs medical assistance, please seek the help from one of the race marshals immediately.
Toilets / Changing Facilities:
Toilets, changing and shower facilities are available in the Amphitheatre. There are also toilets at the Castle Car Park close to the finish line.
Post-Race Refreshments and Family Entertainment:
There will be water for participating athletes at the finish line.
STC10K Post Race Celebrations
We’re delighted that our main sponsor Ownies Bar Bistro will be providing family entertainment and post race refreshments to all those running the 10K. Seapark AC will also once again host our famous ‘Bun Tent’ for participating athletes too! Just show your race number 🙂
#Celebrate together in #ShaftesburyPark before sampling the award winning Ownies Bar Bistro to toast your achievement!!
Prizes:
Prizes will be given for 1st, 2nd and 3rd male and female on the day.
Age category prizes will also be awarded.
Award for the Best Represented Club
STC10k Club Team Award
The fastest 3 males and fastest 3 females over the line will be rewarded with a club trophy above and a cash prize too!
Photographs:
Photographs will be taken throughout the race and post event. These will be posted to the Storming the Castle Facebook page. Please note these will be used for future publicity materials.