FAMINE WAY ULTRA
105 mile & 50mile
1st - 2nd august 2026
REGISTRATION OPEN
Join us on this epic journey as we follow in the footsteps of the Strokestown tenants, men, women and children who were marched from Roscommon to Dublin in 1847 after they failed to pay their rent. In Dublin, they boarded a ship to Liverpool before journeying to North America on board some of the worst coffin ships of the time.
Not all of them made it alive, they became known as the:
'Missing 1490'
Not all of them made it alive, they became known as the:
'Missing 1490'
The 2026 edition will run in reverse Starting in Dublin and Finishing in Strokestown.
So our 105mile journey in 2026 will start from the Famine Statues in Dublin and will finish in Strokestown Park Estate, Co Roscommon, we will follow the route the tenants took only this year we will travel in reverse we leave Dublin at the point close to where they boarded the boarded boats leaving Ireland on their journey to Liverpool and then on to North America.
Full details about this can be found by tying into Google: The National Famine way.
Full details about this can be found by tying into Google: The National Famine way.
Our Ultra journey is around 105 miles which is slightly longer than the stated 165km on the Famine website this is due to some alternate sections.
For 2026 We intend to have a 50mile option, the 50mile will start close to Mullingar and will follow the exact same route to finish at Strokestown Park House. details around the 50 are still being confirmed.
For 2026 We intend to have a 50mile option, the 50mile will start close to Mullingar and will follow the exact same route to finish at Strokestown Park House. details around the 50 are still being confirmed.
Your journey will be relatively traffic free due to the route being beside the Royal Canal and will also be relatively flat.
- Your Ultra 105mile journey will start on the morning of the 1st August 2026 (Saturday at 9am ) and you will have a total time of 30hours in which to complete the run, this is a very generous time given the route, you must be finished by 3pm on Sunday 2nd.
- There will be a strict cutoff in place at the 50mile mark, (you will have 14hours)
- There will be fixed aid stations on route a minimum of 2 where you will be have the facility to access a drop bag. These locations will be outside locations and will be confirmed closer to the event.
- There will also be mobile aid stations along the route. Locations will be confirmed closer to the event.
- You may have your own crew follow you.
- You are NOT allowed to have buddy runners unless they are entered into the event, all runners must wear an official race number.
- You will be required to carry a list of essential kit items at all times such as: A fully charged mobile phone with back up battery, a race tracker, a head torch with spare battery and a second spare torch incase the first one breaks, Hi Viz for running at night, a tail light, Warm long sleeve top, Hat or Buff, gloves, Waterproof Jacket, the ability to carry 1ltr of water, enough food to get you to each aid station. (This list is an example only and will be confirmed in full well before the event).
- The event will be fully insured, You will receive a bespoke medal (Possibly a Buckle depending on the number of entries for 2026), there will be trained medics in attendance throughout the event, You will be fully tracked on your journey, there will be hot food available at the 2 main aid stations, you will have the option of 2 bag drops there will be snacks drinks and water at all other mobile aid stations.
- The event is organised and hosted by experienced ultra runners that know what is needed to complete an event of this nature.
FAQ's: Famine Way Ultra 100
Where is the Start:
ANS: The start in 2026 will be at the Famine Statues in Dublin
What time will the race start:
ANS: 9.00am Saturday Morning 1st August 2026
How do i get to the start:
ANS: You will need to make your own way or checkout the option below.
Will you provide a bus to the start?
We are hoping that those taking part in the 100mile will travel to Strokestown Park House where they will park their cars, and we will arrange transport to the start in Dublin, this will make it easier when you finish as public transport is very limited. (We will NOT be supplying transport back to the start if you travel to the start and leave your car you must arrange your own transport back to it).
The transport to the start will be by way of Private hire coach so there needs to be enough interest in this option in order to book the bus, we have 3 bus options ranging from a 19 seater a 33 seater and a 53seater. We can only book these if the full cost is covered. (so for example if only 10 require the bus the cost of a 19seater will be split between those 10 requiring the bus. or you arrange your own transport to the start.)
Transport cost is therefore NOT included in your entry!
Is there parking at the finish:
ANS: Yes there is plenty of free parking.
Are there toilets at the finish:
ANS: Yes there are toilets at the finish:
Are there showers at the finish:
ANS: NO there are no showering facilities.
Is there access to public Transport at the finish:
ANS: There is limited access, you will need to research this yourself.
Is there accommodation near the finish:
ANS: There is a small Hotel close to the finish, there is also a number of B&B's.
There is also an option to Camp overnight close to Strokestown Park to make it easier if you are intending to use the bus option. This is a great alternative, if you require further details on the camping please email us.
Where is the Start:
ANS: The start in 2026 will be at the Famine Statues in Dublin
What time will the race start:
ANS: 9.00am Saturday Morning 1st August 2026
How do i get to the start:
ANS: You will need to make your own way or checkout the option below.
Will you provide a bus to the start?
We are hoping that those taking part in the 100mile will travel to Strokestown Park House where they will park their cars, and we will arrange transport to the start in Dublin, this will make it easier when you finish as public transport is very limited. (We will NOT be supplying transport back to the start if you travel to the start and leave your car you must arrange your own transport back to it).
The transport to the start will be by way of Private hire coach so there needs to be enough interest in this option in order to book the bus, we have 3 bus options ranging from a 19 seater a 33 seater and a 53seater. We can only book these if the full cost is covered. (so for example if only 10 require the bus the cost of a 19seater will be split between those 10 requiring the bus. or you arrange your own transport to the start.)
Transport cost is therefore NOT included in your entry!
Is there parking at the finish:
ANS: Yes there is plenty of free parking.
Are there toilets at the finish:
ANS: Yes there are toilets at the finish:
Are there showers at the finish:
ANS: NO there are no showering facilities.
Is there access to public Transport at the finish:
ANS: There is limited access, you will need to research this yourself.
Is there accommodation near the finish:
ANS: There is a small Hotel close to the finish, there is also a number of B&B's.
There is also an option to Camp overnight close to Strokestown Park to make it easier if you are intending to use the bus option. This is a great alternative, if you require further details on the camping please email us.
50 MILE
Famine Way 50mile Ultra
This is great introduction for those looking to step up to Ultra running, the course is well marked with the Famine Way marked signs and very easy to follow, you will step back in history as you run this route. You will run alongside other runners taking on the 105mile ultra and you will all finish at the same location, Strokestown Park House, this is the location where the residents of Strokestown started their journey to Dublin.
Your Ultra 50mile journey will start late on the evening of the 1st August 2026, Saturday at (12 Midnight) and you will have a very generous total time of 15 hours in which to complete the run, this is an extremely generous time given the route, you must be finished by 3pm on Sunday afternoon 2nd August 2026.
There will be 3 fixed aid stations on route that will have Water, snacks, coke etc. These locations will be outside locations and the exact location will be confirmed closer to the event.
You may have your own crew meet you along the way and supply you with your own supplies.
You are strictly NOT allowed to have buddy runners run with you, unless they are entered into the event, all runners must wear an official race number.
Anyone found to have a buddy runner/pacer will be disqualified.
You will be required to carry a list of essential kit items at all times such as: A fully charged mobile phone with back up battery, a race tracker, a head torch / hand torch with spare battery Hi Viz for running at night, a tail light, Warm long sleeve top, Hat or Buff, gloves, Waterproof Jacket, the ability to carry 1ltr of water, enough food to get you to each aid station. (This list is an example only and will be confirmed in full well before the event).
The event will be fully insured, You will receive a bespoke Medal, there will be trained medics in attendance throughout the event, You will be fully tracked on your journey.
The event is organised and hosted by experienced ultra runners that know what is needed to complete an event of this nature.
We are hoping that those taking part in the 50mile will travel to Strokestown Park House where they will park their cars, and we will arrange transport to the start at Mullingar, this will make it easier when you finish as public transport is very limited. (We will NOT be supplying transport back to the start if you travel to the start and leave your car you must arrange your own transport back to it).
The transport to the start will be by way of Private hire coach so there needs to be enough interest in this option in order to book the bus, we have 3 bus options ranging from a 19 seater a 33 seater and a 53seater. We can only book these if the full cost is covered. (so for example if only 10 require the bus the cost of a 19seater will be split between those 10 requiring the bus. or you arrange your own transport to the start.)
Transport cost is therefore NOT included in your entry!
Famine Way 50mile Ultra
This is great introduction for those looking to step up to Ultra running, the course is well marked with the Famine Way marked signs and very easy to follow, you will step back in history as you run this route. You will run alongside other runners taking on the 105mile ultra and you will all finish at the same location, Strokestown Park House, this is the location where the residents of Strokestown started their journey to Dublin.
Your Ultra 50mile journey will start late on the evening of the 1st August 2026, Saturday at (12 Midnight) and you will have a very generous total time of 15 hours in which to complete the run, this is an extremely generous time given the route, you must be finished by 3pm on Sunday afternoon 2nd August 2026.
There will be 3 fixed aid stations on route that will have Water, snacks, coke etc. These locations will be outside locations and the exact location will be confirmed closer to the event.
You may have your own crew meet you along the way and supply you with your own supplies.
You are strictly NOT allowed to have buddy runners run with you, unless they are entered into the event, all runners must wear an official race number.
Anyone found to have a buddy runner/pacer will be disqualified.
You will be required to carry a list of essential kit items at all times such as: A fully charged mobile phone with back up battery, a race tracker, a head torch / hand torch with spare battery Hi Viz for running at night, a tail light, Warm long sleeve top, Hat or Buff, gloves, Waterproof Jacket, the ability to carry 1ltr of water, enough food to get you to each aid station. (This list is an example only and will be confirmed in full well before the event).
The event will be fully insured, You will receive a bespoke Medal, there will be trained medics in attendance throughout the event, You will be fully tracked on your journey.
The event is organised and hosted by experienced ultra runners that know what is needed to complete an event of this nature.
We are hoping that those taking part in the 50mile will travel to Strokestown Park House where they will park their cars, and we will arrange transport to the start at Mullingar, this will make it easier when you finish as public transport is very limited. (We will NOT be supplying transport back to the start if you travel to the start and leave your car you must arrange your own transport back to it).
The transport to the start will be by way of Private hire coach so there needs to be enough interest in this option in order to book the bus, we have 3 bus options ranging from a 19 seater a 33 seater and a 53seater. We can only book these if the full cost is covered. (so for example if only 10 require the bus the cost of a 19seater will be split between those 10 requiring the bus. or you arrange your own transport to the start.)
Transport cost is therefore NOT included in your entry!
Flythrough of the 1st 50 miles From Strokestown Flythrough of the second stage to Dublin
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