Organisers are 'all set' for Sperrin Harriers special 20th anniversary half marathon race in Cookstown
It's a big weekend coming up for Sperrin Harriers when they host their 20th anniversary half marathon in Cookstown.
Hundreds of runners from across Northern Ireland and further afield are expected to take part in the race which starts at Loughry College at 10 o'clock on Sunday morning. The wheelchair race will start 15 minutes earlier.
It's an out-and-back loup course taking in some hilly climbs after it leaves the campus and heads out Newmills Road, taking in Roughan Lough, before following the same route back to Loughry.
Race marshals will be at each turn along the route and runners are asked to obey their instructions for their own safety as the roads are not closed to traffic.
Competitors will receive a special 20th anniversary medal and ‘goodie bag’ when they complete the course.
Sperrin Harriers was formerly known as Cookstown Harriers until it was relaunched in 2006.
Prizes on Sunday will be awarded to the first three male and female finishers, as well category prizes.
Refreshments are also available following the race.
It’s now too late to register for the half marathon.
A spokesperson for the club said: “This special one-time event marks 20 years of Sperrin Harriers Running Club supporting and promoting a healthy lifestyle in the Mid-Ulster area. It’s not just a race—it’s a celebration of two decades of community spirit, fitness, and resilience. We’re proud to host an inclusive half marathon that brings together elite athletes, recreational runners, and first-timers to honor the legacy and impact of the club in our local community.”