Breffni 3 Province Challenge 2023 coming to Leitrim

The Breffni 3 Province Challenge 2023 will be snaking it's way through Leitrim this August, passing through Carrigallen and Mohill and after reaching the €1.2 million mark, the event is building a second million for their three chosen charities.

The August Bank Holiday event, which is in it's 22nd year, will bring participants through the three provinces of Ulster, Connaught and Leinster and is aimed at raising much needed funds for St Luke's Oncology Trust, Breast Cancer Research Ireland and Cavan/Monaghan Cancer Homecare Association

Starting and finishing in Arva, participants can avail of distances for all abilities.

The Athletics Association of Ireland approved Half-Marathon is a timed race, as is the popular 10k route. Finally, there’s a 5k family fun run/walk to cater for everyone.

For leisure cyclists the 30k ride will take them from Arva to Carrigallen to Killeshandra, returning to Arva and for more serious cyclists, there is a 100k route taking in Killeshandra, Mohill, Drumlish and Granard.

All our participants will receive a t-shirt and custom-designed medal and will be treated to live music, great food and a Welcome Home Party in the Market Square, Arva.

Sponsorship cards are available at shops in Arva and via email at [email protected]. People who want to participate can register online at www.breffni3provincechallenge.com or anyone can register on the day at St Patrick’s Hall in Arva.

All the maps are available online at breffni3provincechallenge.com and on the event’s Facebook page at @Breffni3pc.

Start times for the notebook: 100k Cycle: 10am; 30k Cycle: 12.30pm; Half Marathon Run: 1pm; 10K Run: 1.10pm; :5K Run 1.15pm.

More information online at www.breffni3provincechallenge.com; on Facebook/breffnichallenge and twitter @breffnichallenge

Contact Carol McEnerney 086 084 8633 and email [email protected]