Here you will find the latest news regarding the event, and its organisation.

We are pleased to announce that UP & RUNNING have become an official supporter of the RUN ARMAGH 10K CHALLENGE event.  Up & Running is the UK's largest independent specialist running retailer, with two stores in Northern Ireland - one in Belfast and the other newly opened in Newry.

They are running specialists and every shop is staffed by friendly and knowledgeable staff.  Call in and see their excellent range of running shoes, running clothes, and running accessories.  You'll get a friendly welcome, expert advice, and information on the local running scene.

Soon you will be able to see the RUN ARMAGH event advertised in store, with posters and flyers available to interested runners.

For more information about Up & Running, please visit their website via these links:
[Up & Running: Belfast]
[Up & Running: Newry]
[Up & Running: Generic address]

Powerade confirmed as race sponsor

The RUN ARMAGH race organisors are pleased to confirm that Powerade will be an official sponsor of the 10K CHALLENGE event.  Powerade will be providing much deserved fluid replenishment to the runners taking part.

For more information on the Powerade Company, please visit their website via this link [www.poweradegb.com].

Online entry now open

The RUN ARMAGH team is pleased to announce that the online entry system is NOW OPEN.

Entering online is easy!  Simply complete the online form and tell us how you want to pay your fee, either via PayPal or via post.  You will then have 7 days in which to make your payment.  To get your place reserved click [this link].

ChampionChip timing confirmed for 10K event

The RUN ARMAGH 10K CHALLENGE is to be timed using ChampionChip timing technology.  The timing system is to be provided by ChampionChip Ireland.  For more information on ChampionChip timing, and how it works follow [this link].

ChampionChip is a miniature transponder in a specially designed plastic housing. This device contains a chip in combination with an energizing coil. These elements are encased in a waterproof glass capsule, meaning the ChampionChip can be used under all conditions (wet, dry, cold and hot). The ChampionChip can be worn in different ways. For running races, the ChampionChip is attached to the runner’s shoelace. In triathlons it is attached to an ankle bracelet.

There are no batteries in the ChampionChip. The transponder is passive until moved into a magnetic field, generated by a send antenna. Here the energizing coil produces an electric current to power the chip. The transponder then transmits its unique identification number to a receive antenna. The whole procedure takes approximately 60 milliseconds and is repeated continuously.

Classic Mineral Water confirmed as race sponsor

The RUN ARMAGH race organisors are pleased to confirm that local company Classic Mineral Water of Lurgan will be an official sponsor of the event.  Classic will be providing bottled water for the refreshment station, which will be located at the half way mark of the course; providing much deserved fluid to the runners taking part.

The Classic Mineral Water Company was founded in 1948 by the late James McKee.  He has been succeeded by his son and grandsons, so the third generation is now involved in the family business. Originally based on the sale of soft drinks directly to the consumer's home, Classic Mineral Water has a long history of delivering quality products and listening to our customers needs.

For more information on the Classic Mineral Water Company, please visit their website via this link [www.classic-mineral-water.com].

Run Armagh 10K race route officially measured

The organisors of the RUN ARMAGH 10K CHALLENGE are pleased to announce that the race route has been officially measured and verified by a member of the UK Measurements Council.

Measured using a 'Jones Counter', John Glover of the UK Measurements Council accurately measured the course. Measurement certificate will be made available online once received.

Armagh Royal School to be used as race day HQ

The Royal School Armagh is to be used as race headquarters for the RUN ARMAGH 10K CHALLENGE, following the event receiving full support from Headmaster Mr Crute.

The Royal School will be used as a registration area where runners will be required to sign-in and collect their bib number & timing chip.  Toilet facilities will also be available within the school, adjacent to the registration area for both before and after the race.  The school grounds will also be available for car parking, and will be the closest car park to the starting line on College Hill.

Race approved by the Mall Trustees

The RUN ARMAGH team are pleased to confirm that the event will finish on the Mall, at Charlemont Gardens.  We would like to thank those involved with the Mall Trustees committee for their best wishes and kind words of support towards the event.

Event sponsors update

We are pleased to announce that the RUN ARMAGH 10K CHALLENGE team are in discussions with a number of companies in view of obtaining both their support and sponsorship.

If you would like to sponsor the event [or know anyone who would like to sponsor the event], and have your company logo associated with the event, then let us know by emailing us by clicking [this link].

C-R-Y chosen as race charity

Cardiac Risk in the Young [C-R-Y] has been chosen as the charity for the RUN ARMAGH 10K CHALLENGE.

CRY is a charity founded in May 1995 to raise awareness of Cardiac Risk in the Young - Sudden Cardiac Death (SCD), Sudden Death Syndrome (SDS, SADS), and more information is available via their website [www.c-r-y.org.uk].

As the RUN ARMAGH 10K CHALLENGE is a non-profit making event, all monies raised will be donated to the charity.

We would urge you to help us in fundraising for C-R-Y for this event - get your friends and family to sponsor you in achieving your goals.  You can donate directly to C-R-Y via [this link], or you could set-up your own fundraising page at JustGiving via [www.justgiving.com].

Police service agrees route

The Police Service of Northern Ireland [P.S.N.I.] have agreed to the RUN ARMAGH 10K CHALLENGE race route in principal and will be providing assistance at certain areas around the course.

The Area Commander for Armagh, Chief Inspector Mawhinney agreed via email to the head office in Newry.