2026 marks the 10th Race Event
Ten Storms One Castle 2026
Registration opening soon
Join us in Carrickfergus on Sunday, 23rd August as Storming the Castle turns 10.
Race Start Time: 1.30pm at the front of the Amphitheatre Leisure Centre
Celebrate 10 incredible events – a celebration of running, storming and epic finishes; we will be marking the excitement, the energy, the glory and pure good craic – so be sure to get registered and come storm with us at this year’s big 10th Race Event.
- Offering fast, flat racing – perfect for PB’s
- Great Prizes, post-race hospitality and lively entertainment
Get registered and be part of the 2026 event
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: 2026
- Online registration closes once the capped entry of 1,000 has been reached or at 9pm on Tuesday, 18th August 2026, whichever comes first.
- Catch the Early Bird until Thursday, 30th April 2026 – Affiliated £18/ Non-affiliated £20 plus admin fee
- From Friday, 1st May 2026 the price will be Affiliated £20 / Non-affiliated £22 plus admin fee
- Late entry fee of £25 will be applied for all on the day registration – 23rd August 2026 (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 up to Saturday 25th July 2026 through the ‘my tickets’ section on your Eventmaster account using the email you used to register and the Order Number. After this date, and up to 9pm on Tuesday, 18th August, please email stormcastle800@gmail.com with the following details of the runner taking your place. Full name, DOB, Club (if appropriate), 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
- Race numbers: Can be collected from the Amphitheatre Leisure Centre, Prince William Way, Carrickfergus BT38 7HP in advance on Saturday 22nd August between 8.30am and 11.30am or on race day from 10am to 12.45pm SHARP
- Where requested, we will also work with clubs to distribute race numbers in advance of race day – clubs simply contact stormcastle800@gmail.com to make arrangements.
- PLEASE ARRIVE IN GOOD TIME TO COLLECT YOUR NUMBER
Kids fun run Chase the Knight and STC Junior Race: This will be hosted by Seapark AC
Sunday 23 August, from 12 Noon
Location: Carrickfergus Amphitheatre – meet at the Park Run Start Sign
Kids Fun Run: 4-9 year olds
Time – 12 Noon Distance – 1km
STC Junior Race 10-14 year olds
Time: 12.45pm Distance – 2Km
Entry Fee – £3 plus service fee
To register follow this link – To be added later this year
Race Numbers: They can be collected from the Amphitheatre Leisure Centre, Prince William Way, Carrickfergus BT38 7HP in advance on Saturday 22nd August between 8.30am and 11.30pm or on race day from 9.30am to 11.15am.
Every participant will receive a medal and bottle of water
Supervision: Seapark AC will have marshals around the course to oversee the race event. It is the responsibility of the parent / guardian to ensure supervision of each participant before and after the race.
Media Consent: Photographs and video may be taken and used during these events and posted on the Stormng the Castle social media sites / issued to local press.
Entries cannot be deferred and are Non-Refundable.
Note: There will be no ‘On the Day’ Registrations
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 Running 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!
Club members participating in this category must ensure they have added their club name when registering or making any changes to their details
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.