Event organisers of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon are delighted to welcome on board 15 ambassadors to the new “Experiment 26.2” group.  Experiment 26.2 are all training for their first ever marathon in Belfast on Sunday 3rd May 2020.

The event organisers of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon are very excited to reveal details of their new sponsor Decathlon Belfast.

The Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon Cuban Christmas Quiz is just days away!  You could WIN a much sought after place in the 2020 Trek Cuba trip with event charity partner Cancer Focus NI!

FOUR STAR PIZZA HITS THE GROUND RUNNING AS OFFICIAL FOOD SPONSOR OF BELFAST CITY MARATHON

HURRY! TIME IS RUNNING OUT FOR THE EARLY BIRD RATE!

Twenty-one year old Rhys Mercer has caught the bug after taking part in the fun run at last year’s Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon for Cancer Focus Northern Ireland.

The Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon Cuban Christmas Quiz is just one week away!  You could WIN a much sought after place in the 2020 Trek Cuba trip with event charity partner Cancer Focus NI!

HURRY! TIME IS RUNNING OUT FOR THE EARLY BIRD RATE!

 ❗️LESS THAN ONE WEEK LEFT to avail of the EARLY RATE!

Hurry!  There's only one week left of the Early Rate!

5 weeks until Christmas Day!! Have you ordered your Tayto Selection Box yet?

The organisers of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon have teamed up with their Official Charity Partner, Cancer Focus Northern Ireland, to raise awareness of male health on International Mens Day (Tuesday 19th November 2019).

Did you know around 12,500 runners take part in our Team Relay event alone each year?

We are recruiting Pacers for our 2020 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon and Half Marathon events! 

To celebrate their two-year partnership with Official Charity Cancer Focus Northern Ireland, the event organisers of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon are delighted to announce details of their forthcoming Cuban Christmas Quiz – with a very special prize up for grabs - a much sought after place in the 2020 Trek Cuba trip.

Thank you to our Official Nutrition Sponsor Framar Health for sharing!

Have you always wanted to run a Marathon, but felt you didn’t know where to start?

The second edition of the Abbott World Marathon Majors Wanda Age Group World Rankings began on 30th September 2019 with more than 175 marathons across the globe giving runners the chance to earn ranking points.

Sign up for the 39th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon, taking place on Sunday 3rd May 2020!

They’ve only gone and done it!!

EXCLUSIVE TO DUBLIN MARATHON EXPO ATTENDEES – #MakeItCount this Christmas with the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon and WIN a Magic Moments x2 night stay with Europa Hotel!

FREE Long-Sleeved Tech Tee from Decathlon when you register for the 2020 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon...at the KBC Dublin Marathon Expo this Friday and Saturday! Ts and Cs apply.

MASSIVE GOOD LUCK to Tommy and Eoin Hughes at Frankfurt Marathon this Sunday as they attempt to beat the Guinness World Record time for combined father and son Marathon!!

EXCLUSIVE to Dublin Marathon Expo attendees this Friday and Saturday, #MakeItCount this Christmas with the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon and WIN a Magic Moments x2 night stay with Europa Hotel!  Full details HERE.

Great to meet up with our Charity Partner Cancer Focus Northern Ireland at Marathon HQ this week...in a fabulous Pink Run car from Charles Hurst Nissan no less!!  🚗 vroooom!

Thank you to our sponsor SPAR for supporting our Dublin Marathon Expo competition!

EXCLUSIVE TO DUBLIN MARATHON EXPO ATTENDEES – #MakeItCount this Christmas with the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon and WIN a Magic Moments x2 night stay with Europa Hotel!

Planning your winter marathon training? Athletics NI are hosting Professor Stephen Seiler whose research may make you re-think your programme towards your spring Marathon target!

The Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon event organisers have announced that they will support Athletics Northern Ireland with Marathon Potential 2024, a special project that will deliver Olympic standard marathon runners for Paris 2024 and beyond. 

Thanks to Cool FM, our new radio sponsor for inviting us down to the studios today!

The event organisers of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon are delighted to OPEN entries for the 2020 event, celebrating its 39th year on Sunday 3rd May.  The event was launched on Wednesday 9th October by John Allen, Chairman of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon at the Olympia Leisure Centre, Belfast.

Just completed our September Half Marathon and ready to take on a marathon challenge?

WOW!!! JUST WOW!!!!   MASSIVE CONGRATULATIONS to our FIVE Charity Partners in 2019!  Combined they have raised OVER a quarter of a MILLION pounds in fundraising from the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon and Half Marathon events this year!!

Nearly one week ago you were running in very ☔️ conditions at the 7th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon! This morning we are seeing some 🌤 at last 😊

THEY DID IT!!  Challenge 13.1 stormed their FIRST EVER Half Marathon last Sunday!

Wednesday Wisdom with Sarah Trimble Nutrition from Framar Health, providing expert nutritional advice & recipes to help support your training.

📺 Remember, you can watch the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon FINISH footage back now from our Facebook Live video, courtesy of ChampionChip Ireland!

Did you include the 7th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon in your Dublin or New York Marathon training plan?  

OFFICIAL RESULTS from the 7th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon now available on our website HOMEPAGE here.

Who all got one of these beauties on Half Marathon Sunday?

A reminder to pick up your Daily Mirror today for your FREE souvenir tribute. The ONLY supplement containing all the OFFICIAL results and verified times, plus all the pictures and stories from race day.

On Sunday 22nd September 2019 around 5,000 participants took part at the 7th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon.  This was a record year for the largest Half Marathon in Northern Ireland with a 25% increase in participants from 2018.

CONGRATULATIONS to each and every one of you!  You've just completed the LARGEST Half Marathon in Northern Ireland!

Gideon Kipsang Kimosop, reigning champion from last year will be defending his title at the 7th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon this Sunday. 

With only ONE more sleep until Half Marathon Sunday, here is all you need to know to help plan and prepare for your race.

Very best of luck to Father and Son superstars, Tommy and Eoin Hughes as they take on their Guinness World Record Challenge tomorrow!!

MASSIVE GOOD LUCK to our Challenge 13.1 team setting off at 9am on Sunday to run their FIRST EVER Half Marathon!!

Back in May we were astounded by the support for runners across Belfast!

With only THREE more sleeps until Half Marathon Sunday, here is all you need to know to help plan and prepare for your race.

📢IMPORTANT: MEDICAL INSTRUCTIONS FROM OFFICIAL MARATHON DOCTOR In preparation for race day, it’s essential you read the medical instructions in full HERE.

Wednesday Wisdom with Sarah Trimble Nutrition from Framar Health, providing expert nutritional advice & recipes to help support your marathon training.

Official Coach Stuart Kennedy shares his latest #TrainingTuesday update.  Stuart is coaching our Challenge 13.1 team who are all attempting their 1st Half Marathon - in Belfast this Sunday 22 September!

The Belfast Live message wall was so popular in May, it’ll be back again on Sunday 22 September!  

Wondering who all has entered the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon from your running club or town?  

Just over a week from now you’ll have crossed the finish line of the 7th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon!  Are you fundraising for one of our Charity Partners this year?

Get your personal race photos with FinisherPix!

Wednesday Wisdom with Sarah Trimble Nutrition from Framar Health, providing expert nutritional advice & recipes to help support your marathon training.

A HUGE THANK YOU to our Volunteers who gave up their time to attend one of our training sessions this week!

Official Coach Stuart Kennedy shares his latest #TrainingTuesday update.  Stuart is coaching our Challenge 13.1 team who are all training for their 1st Half Marathon - in Belfast on Sunday 22 September!

#MedalMonday reminder!

THANK YOU to everyone who took the time to come to the Marathon Office yesterday to purchase a late entry for the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon.

Sean from Omagh is a member of Kernan Running Club and will be pacing a sub 2 hours 15 minutes on Sunday 22nd September.  

Anyone wishing to secure a late entry for the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon can do so at the Marathon Office this Sunday 8th September from 10am on a first come first served basis (400 places available).

Adrian Osborn shares how a Grant from the Stroke Association helped rebuild his life after stroke.

Two weeks until race day...have you received your race pack?

Thank you to our FIVE Charity Partners for their support on race day!  They'll be out in force to CHEER you on across the half marathon route!

Wednesday Wisdom with Sarah Trimble Nutrition from Framar Health, providing expert nutritional advice & recipes to help support your marathon training.

Thank you to our Official Pacers and to those who attended our Pacer Q and A session on Monday 2nd September at the Mary Peters Track!

Official Coach Stuart Kennedy shares his latest #TrainingTuesday update!   Stuart is coaching our Challenge 13.1 team who are all training for their 1st Half Marathon - in Belfast on Sunday 22 September!

Deep RiverRock, title sponsor of the Belfast City Marathon and Half Marathon events, are becoming the first major water brand, distributing across the island of Ireland, to produce a 100% recycled bottle.

Event organisers for the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon have announced there will be 400 extra places made available for this event!

Natalie Bowbanks from Tandragee is a member of Craigavon Lakers Running Club and will be pacing a sub 1 hour 45 minutes on Sunday 22nd September.

Belfast Live are calling for inspirational reasons why you or someone you know is running the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon in September.  Everyone that enters a story will be in with the chance to win a £100 One4All shopping voucher.

There's still time to VOLUNTEER!

Join our team of Official Pacers for an exclusive Q and A session at the Mary Peters Track (Les Jones Room) on Monday 2nd September 7-8pm!

Wednesday Wisdom with Sarah Trimble Nutrition from Framar Health, providing expert nutritional advice & recipes to help support your marathon training.

Get your personal race photos with FinisherPix!

The 7th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon has SOLD OUT with a record number of 5,000 participants registered! This is the third year in a row the event has sold out before the final entry deadline (30th August 2019).

FINAL 80 ENTRIES LEFT! THIS EVENT WILL SELL OUT SOON!!

Hurry!  Less than 200 entries left for the largest Half Marathon in Northern Ireland!

The Marathon Office is closed on Monday 26th August 2029 for the August Bank Holiday.  Please email us at info@belfastcitymarathon.org and we can come back to you on Tuesday.

Check out your 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon finishers medal! This beautiful antique bronze medal will be awaiting participants at the finish line on Sunday 22nd September. We love the detail on these!

Hurry!  Less than 300 entries left for the largest Half Marathon in Northern Ireland!

Darren Walsh from Limavady is a member of Springwell Running Club and will be pacing a sub 2 hours on Sunday 22nd September.

Hurry!  Less than 500 entries left for the largest Half Marathon in Northern Ireland!

Wednesday Wisdom with Sarah Trimble Nutrition from Framar Health, providing expert nutritional advice & recipes to help support your marathon training.

Join our team of Official Pacers for an exclusive Q and A session at the Mary Peters Track (Les Jones Room) on Monday 2nd September 7-8pm!

Calling all Athletics Clubs!  Have you many runners participating in the 7th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon on Sunday 22nd September?  

We are delighted to reveal that our sponsor SPAR will be providing a “Jelly Bean” Fuel Station at the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon on Sunday 22nd September!

Hurry!  Less than 800 entries left for the largest Half Marathon in Northern Ireland!

WOW! How would you like to #WIN one of these beauties??

Graeme Colhoun from Tyrone and a member of Dub Runners of Belfast will be pacing a sub 1.45 on Sunday 22nd September.

Introducing Samuel Lavery and Sandra Deane, running pals (and neighbours!) from Belfast who will be volunteering together this September!  

Entries are selling fast for the largest Half Marathon in Northern Ireland!  There are now under 1000 entries remaining for this event!

Breast cancer survivor Linda Hutchinson is an ardent believer in the many services provided for cancer patients by Cancer Focus NI, which has been supporting local people across Northern Ireland for the last 50 years.

Wednesday Wisdom with Sarah Trimble Nutrition from Framar Health, providing expert nutritional advice & recipes to help support your marathon training.

Belfast Live are calling for inspirational reasons why you or someone you know is running the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon in September.  Everyone that enters a story will be in with the chance to win a £100 One4All shopping voucher.

WIN up to £10k for your local sports club with SPAR NI!!

Mark from Belfast will be pacing a sub 1 hour 30 finish on Sunday 22nd September.  Mark, a member of West Belfast Coolers will also be pacing 1 hour 30 at our LSR on 17th August..email us at info@belfastcitymarathon.org to book your place!  

Entries are selling fast for the largest Half Marathon in Northern Ireland!

Ever wondered what BART stands for or what it does?  We are Belfast Arthroplasty Research Trust and are known for funding quality joint replacement research. 

Eoin Hughes of Acorns AC updates us on how training is going as he takes on a Guinness World Record Challenge with his father Tommy at this year’s Half Marathon!  

Wednesday Wisdom with Sarah Trimble Nutrition from Framar Health, providing expert nutritional advice & recipes to help support your marathon training.

#TrainingTuesday update from Stuart Kennedy Official Coach for the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon and “Challenge 13.1” Team 🏃‍♀️🏃🏻

They’re here! Check out your 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon finishers medal! This beautiful antique bronze medal will be awaiting participants at the finish line on Sunday 22nd September. We love the detail on these!

Niamh from Magherafelt is one of our youngest ever pacers (aged 25) and will be pacing a sub 2 hour 15 minutes finish on Sunday 22nd September.     🔷 Niamh runs for Acorns AC 🏃‍♀️and will be one of your 2.15 Pacers also at our LSR on 17th August..email us at info@belfastcitymarathon.org to book your place!

Over the coming weeks we will be introducing some of our volunteers for the 7th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon.  Taking place on Sunday 22nd September, the largest Half Marathon event in Northern Ireland needs YOU to help us deliver the best experience possible for around 5000 participants and thousands of spectators on race day!

Enjoy a great night out at St George’s Market on Tuesday and Wednesday 7 August at its latest Twilight Market.

Lisa from Belfast is calling on you to join #TeamStroke on 22 September. Sign up today to run the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon and help support people to rebuild their lives after stroke.

Entries are selling fast for the largest Half Marathon in Northern Ireland!

WIN a Fitbit Charge 2 courtesy of our title sponsor Deep RiverRock!

Wednesday Wisdom with Sarah Trimble Nutrition from Framar Health, providing expert nutritional advice & recipes to help support your marathon training.

#TrainingTuesday update from Stuart Kennedy Official Coach for the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon and “Challenge 13.1” Team 🏃‍♀️🏃🏻

We’ve organised a 10 mile Long Session Run with our Official Half Marathon Pacers on Saturday 17th August at 9.30am from Ormeau Park.

The 7th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon takes place on Sunday 22 September 2019 and is a popular event with record numbers of around 5,000 expected to take part this year.

A reminder that your race packs are being posted and will land at your doorsteps over the coming weeks.

Welcome to the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon Pacing team...Oran Kane!  

Plan ahead with your Half Marathon training “rest days” and catch live music for everyone’s tastes on the streets of Belfast this summer!    

🎉Dig out the trainers and join team Action Mental Health at this year's Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon on Sunday 22nd September!🏃🏃

The 7th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon takes place on Sunday 22 September 2019 and is a popular event with record numbers of around 5,000 expected to take part this year.

Wednesday Wisdom with Sarah Trimble Nutrition from Framar Health, providing expert nutritional advice & recipes to help support your marathon training.

#TrainingTuesday update from Stuart Kennedy Official Coach for the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon and “Challenge 13.1” Team 🏃‍♀️🏃🏻

Read our Challenge 13.1 team first training blogs now at https://www.belfastcitymarathon.com/training-blogs

Welcome back to the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon Pacing team...Eddie Clyde!

We’ve organised a 10 mile Long Session Run with our Official Half Marathon Pacers on Saturday 17th August at 9.30am from Ormeau Park.

The 7th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon takes place on Sunday 22 September 2019 and is a popular event with record numbers of around 5,000 expected to take part this year.

Wednesday Wisdom with Sarah Trimble Nutrition from Framar Health, providing expert nutritional advice & recipes to help support your marathon training.

#TrainingTuesday update from Stuart Kennedy Official Coach for the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon and “Challenge 13.1” Team 🏃‍♀️🏃🏻

Did you know the 7th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon (on Sunday 22nd September) takes place on the same weekend as Belfast Culture Night and Day?

Welcome back to the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon Pacing team...Neil Mercer! Neil from Albertville Harriers will be pacing a sub 1 hour 30 minutes finish on Sunday 22nd September.

The 7th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon takes place on Sunday 22 September 2019 and is a popular event with record numbers of around 5,000 expected to take part this year.

Breast cancer patient Heather Irwin was diagnosed three years ago. Since then she has used some of Cancer Focus NI’s services and says they were a real lifeline for her during her cancer journey.

Mount Stewart Run the Trails, taking place on Saturday 3rd August! Run round the world class gardens of Mount Stewart National Trust! 

Wednesday Wisdom with Sarah Trimble Nutrition from Framar Health, providing expert nutritional advice & recipes to help support your marathon training.

#TrainingTuesday update from Stuart Kennedy Official Coach for the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon and “Challenge 13.1” Team 🏃‍♀️🏃🏻

Did you know that the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon and Half Marathon events help raise over £1.6 million for local charities every year? Thank you to each and every one of you who support our events each year and work (and train!) tirelessly to raise vital funds for local charities throughout Northern Ireland!

Massive Congratulations to Kevin Darragh from Acorns AC who has joined our pacing team for the first time...AND he got married on Thursday!! Wishing Kevin and Orlagh many happy years of running together! 🏃🏻🏃‍♀️💕what a fantastic picture of them both!

The 7th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon takes place on Sunday 22 September 2019 and is a popular event with record numbers of around 5,000 expected to take part this year.

The BART team would like to say a big THANK YOU to everyone who made history and took part for BART in the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon events on Sunday the 5th of May.

Wednesday Wisdom with Sarah Trimble Nutrition from Framar Health, providing expert nutritional advice & recipes to help support your marathon training.

A huge welcome back to our Official Coach Stuart Kennedy! Stuart is coaching our new Challenge 13.1 team who are all training for their first Half Marathon - in Belfast on Sunday 22nd September! 

In May this year, 17 runners completed their first ever marathon with the help and support of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon “Experiment 26.2” programme.  Following its success, the event organisers are excited to reveal a new group called Challenge 13.1, all embarking on a journey to complete a Half Marathon for the first time ever, namely the 7th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon on Sunday 22nd September 2019!

Massive welcome on board to the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon “Official Pacers”!

Did you know the 7th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon (on Sunday 22nd September) takes place on the same weekend as Belfast Culture Night and Day?

We've teamed up with Holiday Inn, Belfast City Centre to offer 15% discount off room bookings over the September Half Marathon event weekend!  Exclusive to 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon entrants.

WIN up to £10k for your local sports club with SPAR NI!!

Entries for the 7th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon are available now via our new online system:   https://register.primoevents.com/ps/event/DeepRiverRockBelfastCityHalfMarathon2019  

The 7th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon takes place on Sunday 22 September 2019 and is a popular event with record numbers of around 5,000 expected to take part this year.

The organisers of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon are delighted to once again offer local charities the opportunity to partner with the largest mass sport participatory event in Northern Ireland! AND the largest Half Marathon event in Northern Ireland!

The 7th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon takes place on Sunday 22 September 2019 and is a popular event with record numbers of around 5,000 expected to take part this year. The event starts on Ormeau Embankment at 9am and finishes in Ormeau Park around 12noon.  For details on the Half Marathon course, please visit www.belfastcitymarathon.com

The organisers of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon are delighted to once again offer local charities the opportunity to partner with the largest mass sport participatory event in Northern Ireland! AND the largest Half Marathon event in Northern Ireland!

Entries available online now for the 7th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon!  

The Belfast City Marathon Management Committee have met with all partners involved with the 38th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon course, held on Sunday 5th May 2019.

THANK YOU 🚁 On behalf of everyone at Air ambulance NI, we would like to take this opportunity to thank all of the runners, walkers and volunteers who supported us at this years Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon!

From everyone at Cancer Focus Northern Ireland we would like to say a massive THANK YOU to every single person who ran, walked and supported us at the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon 😊 🏅.

From everyone at Action Mental Health, we wish to say a massive THANK YOU to all who participated, supported and volunteered for TeamAMH at the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon 2019. We loved cheering you all, in your purple t-shirts, throughout the course as you helped to smash the stigma of mental health in Northern Ireland!

The Stroke Association want to say a massive thanks to students from Ulster University’s Speech & Language Therapy programme.

Wow, what a fantastic day BART had at this year’s Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon.  We were OVERWHELMED by the support we received. 

A full list of the results are on the Belfast City Marathon website for both the Marathon and Team Relay.

PRESS STATEMENT ISSUED AT 17:00 ON Sunday 5 May 2019

With only ONE more sleeps until Marathon Sunday, here is all you need to know to help plan and prepare for your race.

We're delighted to confirm details of our  Mini Expo activities on Saturday 4th May in Ormeau Park.

This year’s Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon on Sunday 5th May 2019, marks the 38th year of the event and will be the first time in recent years that there has been an NI & Ulster Championship Marathon.

Thank you to our FIVE Charity Partners for their support on race day!  They'll be out in force to CHEER you on across the new marathon route!

Here's what you can expect to receive in your finisher bag on race day!  Includes the Marathon, Team Relay, 9 Mile Walk and Fun Run events.

Just 3 days to go, here's a reminder to help you and your supporters plan for race day!

Something for ALL the family at the Ormeau Park finish area, whether you're taking part in the Marathon, Team Relay, 9 Mile Walk or Fun Run or spectating and supporting friends and family.  Here's what you can expect in Ormeau Park on Marathon Sunday!

SPAR NI, partner of the Deep River Rock Belfast City Marathon for the first time this year, has announced it will bring its successful SPAR Sports Club initiative to Northern Ireland for the first time on 5th May.

Wednesday Wisdom with Sarah Trimble Nutrition from Framar Health, providing expert nutritional advice & recipes to help support your marathon training.

Three former Men's champions will clash in this Sunday's 38th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon which has broken all entry records and is fast approaching some 5,000 applications.

#TrainingTuesday update from Stuart Kennedy, Official Marathon Coach for the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon “Experiment 26.2 Group”

The event organisers of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon have just revealed an Official Commemorative Top for all 2019 participants!

John Glover, designer and course measurer of the brand new 26.2 mile route for the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon...will be presenting a special “marathon route” history and overview at our Race Expo on Saturday 4th May, Ormeau Park.

With just over ONE week to go, here’s some information to help you and your supporters plan for race day!

Darryl McCullagh from Greencastle, Co Tyrone is running the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon to raise money for Air Ambulance Northern Ireland (AANI). AANI spoke to Darryl about why he signed up and how his training is going.

WIN a set of AfterShokz headphones courtesy of our Title sponsor Deep RiverRock!  You may be planning on bringing some music with you on race day…a gentle reminder that **Athletics NI rules state that “in-ear” headphones are not permitted for road races and this is with runner safety at the forefront.    

The event organisers of the 38th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon are delighted to announce there will be extra places available for the following events on Sunday 5th May:

Wednesday Wisdom with Sarah Trimble Nutrition from Framar Health, providing expert nutritional advice & recipes to help support your marathon training.

#TrainingTuesday update from Stuart Kennedy, Official Marathon Coach for the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon “Experiment 26.2 Group”

On 5th May 2019, the 38th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon is set to make history as it takes place on a Sunday for the first time ever.  The largest single participatory sporting event in Northern Ireland is gearing up for a massive year of change with a brand new, flatter and faster route for marathon participants and a new start location on the grounds of the iconic Stormont Estate.  

Important reminder for all relay teams with 2 weeks to go!

With just over 2 weeks to go, here’s some information to help you and your supporters plan for race day!

Important message from our Official Marathon Doctor with just over 2 weeks until race day

Join Rosaleen and Joe Corr in #TeamStroke and volunteer at the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon on Sunday 5 May

We are very humbled to hear about all the support and efforts being made by the entire community of Belfast – North, East, South and West of the city as we embark on one of our biggest years to date.  The Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon will be taking place on a Sunday for the first time ever and the event has seen a record number of marathon entries (approximately 5,000) who are eagerly anticipating the brand new marathon route on 5th May 2019. 

Wednesday Wisdom with Sarah Trimble Nutrition from Framar Health, providing expert nutritional advice & recipes to help support your marathon training.

FinisherPix will be at the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon on Sunday 5th May to capture your race memories.   

#NeverMissAMonday update from Better, the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon’s Official Gym Partner. 

It’s sign up deadline day for the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon so register before midnight if you haven’t already!!

Important message from our Official Marathon Doctor with just over 3 weeks until race day  

Wednesday Wisdom with Sarah Trimble Nutrition from Framar Health, providing expert nutritional advice & recipes to help support your marathon training.

#TrainingTuesday update from Stuart Kennedy, Official Marathon Coach for the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon “Experiment 26.2 Group”

Never Miss a Monday update from Bond Lai, Fitness Manager at Better Gym Belfast

ONE week left to enter!  Will YOU join us to make history in 2019?

It’s not very often that people can say they run two consecutive marathons – every 30 years – but for Danske Bank man Richard Hepworth it’s how the sociable runner approaches the serious task of the Olympic event.

With just over 4 weeks to go, here’s some information to help you and your supporters plan for race day!

The event organisers of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon are delighted to announce ChampionChip Ireland will be sponsoring the “Fastest Relay Leg” prizes this year.

Wednesday Wisdom with Sarah Trimble Nutrition from Framar Health, providing expert nutritional advice & recipes to help support your marathon training.

#TrainingTuesday update from Stuart Kennedy, Official Marathon Coach for the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon “Experiment 26.2 Group”

Retired businessman Stewart Barbour (66) is putting his best foot forward to run the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon for Cancer Focus Northern Ireland.

The event organisers of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon are delighted to reveal a new BIGGER design medal for all Marathon finishers this year!

Wednesday Wisdom with Sarah Trimble Nutrition from Framar Health, providing expert nutritional advice & recipes to help support your marathon training.

#TrainingTuesday update from Stuart Kennedy, Official Marathon Coach for the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon “Experiment 26.2 Group”

Another sell out year expected for the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon!

Calling all Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon runners! Athletics NI would like to offer you a special discounted rate for the TQ10k 2019.

Wednesday Wisdom with Sarah Trimble Nutrition from Framar Health, providing expert nutritional advice & recipes to help support your marathon training.

#TrainingTuesday update from Stuart Kennedy, Official Marathon Coach for the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon “Experiment 26.2 Group”

We’ve organised a 12 mile Long Session Run with our Official Marathon Pacers on Sunday 31st March BEFORE you take part in the Titanic Quarter 10K race!

Belfast City Marathon moves into its 38th year in 2019 with its continued support from title sponsor Deep RiverRock.  Launched in 1982, the event is set to make history on 5th May 2019 by moving to a Sunday and will see record numbers with over 5,000 expected to take part in the marathon alone. 

Kelly Kidd from Ballyclare, is all set to run the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon for the Stroke Association on Sunday 5 May.

Wednesday Wisdom with Sarah Trimble Nutrition from Framar Health, providing expert nutritional advice & recipes to help support your marathon training.

#TrainingTuesday update from Stuart Kennedy, Official Marathon Coach for the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon “Experiment 26.2 Group”

Have you tried a class yet at Better Gym Belfast?

We’ve organised a 12 mile Long Session Run with our Official Marathon Pacers on Sunday 31st March BEFORE you take part in the Titanic Quarter 10K race!  

Meet the ‘HM-Afaleets’ all based in the Henry Moore IT Building in the Belfast City Hospital. The Belfast Health and Social Care Trust team are part of the newly created Cyber Security Team and Novosco so play an important role in the Trust.

Wednesday Wisdom with Sarah Trimble Nutrition from Framar Health, providing expert nutritional advice & recipes to help support your marathon training.

#TrainingTuesday update from Stuart Kennedy, Official Marathon Coach for the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon “Experiment 26.2 Group”

The Better Girdwood Community Hub is joining in with the Belfast Festival of Learning (Belfast City Council), to host Yoga Week! 

Connaire McGreevy hit the wall at 19 miles the first time he did the Belfast City Marathon but a positive mental attitude helped him find the strength to keep going and reach the finish line.

Follow the Experiment Group’s Marathon journey and make sure you have you secured your marathon place before the entry fee increases on 1st March

It’s our FINAL visit to Better as Health Month February comes to an end! Tomorrow night (28 Feb) we’ll be at Better Falls Leisure Centre between 6-8pm!

Wednesday Wisdom with Sarah Trimble Nutrition from Framar Health, providing expert nutritional advice & recipes to help support your marathon training.

#TrainingTuesday update from Stuart Kennedy, Official Marathon Coach for the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon “Experiment 26.2 Group”

It’s our final Health Month visit with Translink tomorrow! LAST STOP...Europa Buscentre and Great Victoria Street Train Station on Wednesday 27th February between 4-6pm!

We're celebrating the finale of our Health Month in February by giving one lucky winner a FANTASTIC prize package courtesy of The Jungle and Better Olympia Leisure Centre & Spa.

It’s our penultimate visit to Better as Health Month February is nearing the end! Tomorrow night (25 Feb) we’ll be at Better Grove Wellbeing Centre, York Road between 6-8pm! .  

Delighted to be back sponsoring the UK Runchat Twitter hour on Sunday 24th February between 8-9pm!  

Moira dad James Hall is running the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon in memory of his father and grandfather, who he lost to cancer.

This event is SOLD OUT and will take place from Queens Sport Upper Malone Road, Belfast on Sunday 24th February from 11am.  

⏰TIME IS RUNNING OUT! ONE WEEK left to avail of the current entry rate!

Wednesday Wisdom with Sarah Trimble Nutrition from Framar Health, providing expert nutritional advice & recipes to help support your marathon training.

Every Wednesday of Health Month February we’ll be visiting a different Translink Bus or Train Station in Northern Ireland! NEXT stop...Bangor Bus and Train Station on Wednesday 20th February between 4 - 6pm!

#TrainingTuesday update from Stuart Kennedy, Official Marathon Coach for the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon “Experiment 26.2 Group”

We’re all different. Some like to keep fit before clocking in. Others prefer to work out when the day is done. Whether it's a class, swim or a session in the gym, it's your time. What's your favourite time of the day to work out? 

Translink and Cancer Focus NI staff and supporters are getting their marathon running shoes on to raise funds for the charity, currently celebrating its 50th anniversary by keeping a treadmill going for 26.2 hours over two days.

Every Monday evening of Health Month February we’ll be visiting a different Better location across the City (with a final visit to end Health Month on 28th February)! Tomorrow night (18 Feb) we’ll be at Better Olympia Leisure Centre & Spa between 6-8pm!

Make history in 2019 and be part of the biggest participatory sporting event in Northern Ireland! 

WIN a fantastic selection of marathon training nutrition products THIS SATURDAY 16th February at Framar Health!

Susan Spence has signed up to run the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon 2019 for #TeamAANI. Susan is part of the Experiment 26.2 Group and this will be her first marathon.

More Health Month visits coming to a SPAR near you this Saturday!

Wednesday Wisdom with Sarah Trimble Nutrition from Framar Health, providing expert nutritional advice & recipes to help support your marathon training.

Every Wednesday of Health Month February we’ll be visiting a different Translink Bus or Train Station in Northern Ireland! NEXT stop...Portadown Train Station on Wednesday 13th February between 730 - 930am!

#TrainingTuesday update from Stuart Kennedy, Official Marathon Coach for the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon “Experiment 26.2 Group”

It's week 2 of our February Health Month activity and we have another fantastic prize up for grabs!  You could WIN a flexi ticket to a Belfast Giants home game, courtesy of Belfast Live!

Every Monday evening of Health Month February we’ll be visiting a different Better location across the City (with a final visit to end Health Month on 28th February)! Tomorrow night (11 Feb) we’ll be at Better Gym Connswater between 6-8pm!

TODAY Saturday 9th February we’re visiting a number of SPAR locations across Belfast for Health Month! WIN family passes to W5 (courtesy of SPAR) AND our much sought after Health Month goodie bags including a free day gym pass for Better Gym Belfast, product from Tayto, Linwoods, Belfast Live and Deep RiverRock PLUS our new running buff (not yet released for sale)!

On a Sunday night in August 2015, Christopher Hunter was in bed when he had a stroke at the age of 29. Now, four years later, Christopher has set himself the challenge to run the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon for the Stroke Association.  

This Saturday 9th February we’re visiting a number of SPAR locations across Belfast for Health Month! WIN family passes to W5 (courtesy of SPAR) AND our much sought after Health Month goodie bags including a free day gym pass for Better Gym Belfast, product from Tayto, Linwoods, Belfast Live and Deep RiverRock PLUS our new running buff (not yet released for sale)!  

Wednesday Wisdom with Sarah Trimble Nutrition from Framar Health, providing expert nutritional advice & recipes to help support your marathon training.

Every Wednesday of Health Month February we’ll be visiting a different Translink Bus or Train Station in Northern Ireland! First stop...Lanyon Place, Belfast (formerly Central Station) on Wednesday 6th February between 730 - 930am!

#TrainingTuesday update from Stuart Kennedy, Official Marathon Coach for the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon “Experiment 26.2 Group”

Every Monday evening of Health Month February we’ll be visiting a different Better Gym location across the City (with a final visit to end Health Month on 28th February)! First up...Better Gym Church Lane on Monday 4th February between 6-8pm!

We’re continuing with our February Health Month celebrations with another fantastic giveaway!  #WIN a 3 month city wide all inclusive membership with Better!

Join us at McKeever Sports Intersport on Saturday 2nd February 12-2pm for our first Health Month visit!

The medical secretaries in the Primary Joint Unit in Musgrave Park Hospital have a wealth of experience when it comes to knowing about joint replacements, they chat to patients on a daily basis. These secretaries are an essential part of the team at Musgrave Park Hospital that care for joint replacement patients. One of their main roles is managing the waiting list for the many surgeons within the Unit. 

We are delighted to announce the launch of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon HEALTH MONTH!  And to celebrate, we’ve teamed up with our Official Nutrition Partner, Framar Health to give away this awesome “Marathon Training” Hamper!

We invited Primary Schools across Northern Ireland to send their Fun Run Artwork to us for a chance to win a trip to Tayto Castle, sponsored transport from Translink, family swim passes from Better Olympia Leisure Centre and Spa and *more!

Eat cleaner.  Hydrate more.  Join a gym and exercise three times per week.  Just some of the New Year health resolutions you planned and perhaps broke by the second week of January.  Or maybe you’re still going strong, well done getting this far!  Should you need some motivation to kick start your health plans again and keep going, the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon returns with their “Health Month” throughout February!

Would you like to fundraise for one of our FIVE Charity Partners but forgot to complete the CHARITY section when registering??

Wednesday Wisdom with Sarah Trimble Nutrition from Framar Health, providing expert nutritional advice & recipes to help support your marathon training.  

#TrainingTuesday update from Stuart Kennedy, Official Marathon Coach for the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon “Experiment 26.2 Group”

The Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon “Experiment 26.2 Group” will be trying out a Better yoga class this evening at Better Olympia Leisure Centre and Spa to support their marathon training.  Here’s why it is so important and beneficial to include in YOUR 26.2 mile training plan:

Robert Campbell’s story epitomises that ‘behind the mask’ feeling experienced by many people who struggle with their mental health.  Like many in his shoes, he hid his feelings of anxiety and depression behind a smile – when smiling was the last thing he felt like doing.

Have you many runners participating in the 38th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon on Sunday 5th May?

Wednesday Wisdom with Sarah Trimble Nutrition from Framar Health, providing expert nutritional advice & recipes to help support your marathon training.  This week a recipe for a Chocolate and Cherry Muscle Recovery smoothie...

The event organisers of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon are delighted to announce The Jungle, Moneymore as the sponsors for the Team Relay prizes this year.

#TrainingTuesday update from Stuart Kennedy, the Official Marathon Coach for the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon “Experiment 26.2 Group”.

It's National Popcorn Day on Saturday 19th January 2019 and we've teamed up with Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon sampling partners Tayto, to give away some tasty Tayto Popcorn!

Breast cancer survivor and mum of two Claire Williamson is full of energy - a very different picture from a few years ago - and is celebrating life by signing up to run the Belfast marathon, her first ever.

Have you always wanted to run a Marathon, but felt you didn’t know where to start? The organisers at the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon have recruited 19 people from all walks of life, who will be taking on the challenge of running a marathon for the first time. 

Wednesday Wisdom with Sarah Trimble Nutrition from Framar Health, providing expert nutritional advice & recipes to help support your marathon training.

#TrainingTuesday update from Stuart Kennedy, the Official Marathon Coach for the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon “Experiment 26.2 Group”.

Get your local club involved and we'll donate £100 and ONE free entry of their choice for 5th May 2019!

Have you signed up yet for the the official Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon warm-up race in 2019? 

Have you set yourself a challenge for 2019?? Air Ambulance Northern Ireland’s medical team have registered two relay teams in Deep RiverRock Belfast Marathon 2019!!! We can’t wait to cheer them on!!!!  

Join us for a “Night at the Races” during our February Health Month!  We’re delighted to introduce our 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon Pacers!  https://www.belfastcitymarathon.com/get-training/Pacer-Scheme

GLL Sports Foundation (GSF) was created to support aspiring local athletes to reach their potential.  Each year Better (GLL) award financial bursaries to support these stars of the future, many of whom do not receive funding from any other sporting body. 

Healthwise is 12 week Health referral programme run in conjunction with PHA and Belfast City Council.

Wednesday Wisdom with Sarah Trimble Nutrition from Framar Health, providing expert nutritional advice & recipes to help support your marathon training.

#TrainingTuesday update from Stuart Kennedy, the Official Marathon Coach for the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon “Experiment 26.2 Group”.

You will have inclusive access to the Better gyms, fitness classes, swimming, raquets, climbing wall, tennis and handball across 14 Better Centres in Belfast. 

17 weeks to go...are you already taking part in one of our events on Sunday 5 May? Marathon, 8 Mile Walk or Team Relay?

Graeme Ferguson, aged 48, from the Banbridge area has joined #TeamStroke and signed up to run the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon for the Stroke Association.

Sarah Trimble Nutrition from Framar Health tells us why Magnesium is so important for your marathon training...

The event organisers of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon are delighted to introduce Better as their Official Gym Partner for 2019.

Boxing Day Brussel sprout, pomegranate and almond salad, courtesy of Sarah Trimble Nutrition from Framar Health - great way to use up those left over sprouts!

Kale Pesto Recipe courtesy of Sarah Trimble Nutrition at Framar Health

Call into Framar Health on Lisburn Road, Belfast to stock up on all your marathon fuelled products! 

A big part of our business is our clinic where we consult with clients about their health. We work with BANT registered nutritionists, sports massage therapists, reflexologists and a podiatrist who can help and assist you on your marathon training journey.

When Francis Tumelty first donned his running shoes he could barely run a mile. But these days the Finance Manager of Action Mental Health has so finely tuned his endurance he can run a marathon in under three hours.

Wednesday Wisdom - Post-run cashew hot chocolate recipe courtesy of Sarah Trimble Nutrition at Framar Health

Stuart Kennedy, our Official Marathon Coach for the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon Experiment 26.2 Group...provides his Training Tuesday tips.

Sarah Trimble Nutrition from Framar Health updates us on what electrolytes are and why they are so important to marathon training.

WIN an Endurance, Recovery and Immune Boosting Training Bundle from our Official Nutrition Partner, Framar Health!

The event organisers of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon are delighted to introduce Framar Health as their Official Nutrition Partner for 2019.

Breast cancer survivor Kathy Farrell, from Belfast, has used the Cancer Focus NI Writing My Cancer Journey service - and said it was a real lifeline for her.

Stuart Kennedy, our Official Marathon Coach for the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon Experiment 26.2 Group...provides his Training Tuesday tips.

The morning of the 20th March 2018 began just like any other for Damien Laverty (46). Damien left his home in Ballynahinch to go to work at Carryduff Building Supplies, but little did he realise how different his day would turn out to be.

Now December has arrived and Christmas is officially just around the corner, why not fill those stockings with pencils, crayons and paint brushes!  It’s time to get creative with the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon!

Join Jane, join #TeamStroke             Jane McCoy from Belfast is challenging herself to run her first Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon in May 2019 and has chosen to run for Stroke Association.

"Before my knee replacements the pain was excruciating and I couldn’t live a normal life. I travel a lot for work and going through airports I had to get assistance and be in a wheelchair. My social life and home life was also very limited in what I could do."

Following its success in 2018, the event organisers of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon are once again allocating a prize exclusively to schools across Northern Ireland. 

With only 6 weeks until Christmas we are getting into the "Crispmas" spirit with our sampling partner Tayto!  Every day this week we will be giving away a Tayto Selection Box...

One of the runners donning Action Mental Health’s purple jersey for the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon was barely able to run the length of herself not so long ago.

The event organisers of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon are delighted to introduce SPAR as one their new sponsors for 2019.

As soon as breast cancer survivor Emily Stanton heard that Cancer Focus NI was an official partner for next year’s marathon, she decided to put together a relay team to support the charity.

Start planning your pre-marathon races through Athletics NI!

WIN a Fitbit versa and 6 month supply of Deep RiverRock!

Choose Belfast for your first marathon and be part of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon Experiment 26.2 Group!

LAST CHANCE TO AVAIL OF THE EARLY RATE! ENDS AT MIDNIGHT TONIGHT 31ST OCTOBER 2018!

The Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon is delighted to welcome Air Ambulance Northern Ireland as one of their charity partners for 2019.

Hurry!  There's only ONE week left of the Early Rate.  ENDS  at midnight on Wednesday 31st October 2018!

Stroke Survivor Dale Biggerstaff and Patron Noel Thompson want you to get behind Stroke Association at the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon

EXCLUSIVE TO DUBLIN MARATHON EXPO ATTENDEES!  WIN two nights B&B at Holiday Inn Belfast, one dinner for two and two marathon entries for the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon!

Belfast Live is delighted to launch its weekly podcast - That's What I Call Football.

Jackie Fullerton wants you to #TakePart4Bart at the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon The Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon is delighted to welcome Belfast Arthroplasty and Research Trust (BART) on board as one of their charity partners for 2019.

Behind the Mile and Smiles, Local Gold Medal Gymnast Rhys McClenaghan urges you to raise awareness for Action Mental Health at the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon

MAGNESIUM IS THE MOST IMPORTANT MINERAL TO SUPPORT SPORTS PERFORMANCE. Magnesium plays a fundamental role in muscle performance and energy production.

Cancer Focus NI Ambassador and World Cup finalist Shirley McCay urges you to Run for Your Life at the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon

We would like to thank Mencap for all their hard work and dedication over the last 3 years, as the Official Charity Partner for the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon and Half Marathon 2016-2018.

Your Official Race photos from the 6th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon are now available to purchase from FinsherPix!

Hundreds of great pictures from the 6th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon available now to view on the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon Facebook page!

Achieved a PB yesterday?  First time completing a Half Marathon?  Mark the occasion with an iTAB for your prized medal!

On Sunday 23rd September at 9am the largest Half Marathon in Northern Ireland took place from Ormeau Embankment.  Entering its 6th year the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon celebrated its biggest year yet, with over 4,000 participants taking part in 2018.

Pick up your Daily Mirror on Monday for your FREE souvenir tribute.

MASSIVE WELL DONE to each and every one of you!

Quick Checklist for the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon tomorrow morning!

Follow us on Facebook and Youtube for our live stream of the Big Screen on Sunday as our Half Marathon participants cross the finish line at Ormeau Park!

Bigger and better this year with over 4,000 taking part and thousands of spectators expected at Ormeau Park...here’s what you can expect at the finish area on Sunday!

Thank you to everyone who has supported and fundraised for our Official 2018 Charity Partner Mencap!  If you wish to speak with Mencap about your fundraising efforts, here is what you need to know pre-race, on race day and after.

Our official photo service FinisherPix will be at the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon this Sunday 23rd September to capture your personal race memories!

In just over 4 days time you'll be a proud finisher of the 6th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon...wearing one of these fab medals!

Some volunteer positions are still available for this Sunday's Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon.  Volunteer Now would LOVE to hear from you!

Please plan ahead now with your travel, whether you are taking public transport or car sharing.  Here are full details of free car parks available on the day.

Tuesday 18th September UPDATE

Exciting announcement for Sunday! We are delighted to reveal that for the first time ever we will be introducing a BIG SCREEN 📺 at the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon finish area on 23rd September!

On Sunday 23rd September, over 4,000 participants will set off on their 13.1mile journey from Ormeau Embankment in a bid to complete the 6th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon.  Starting on Ormeau Embankment and finishing in Ormeau Park, the Half Marathon route takes in the picturesque Belfast City, from Victoria Park to Cornmarket, the Falls Road to Botanic Avenue.

On Sunday 23rd September at 9am the largest Half Marathon in Northern Ireland will take place from Ormeau Embankment.  Entering its 6th year the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon is celebrating its biggest year yet, having sold out for a second year in a row, with over 4,000 participants taking part in 2018.

Saturday 15th September 12.30pm - LATEST UPDATE ON REGISTERING WITH APP from the MyTicket team.

Belfast City Marathon Management Team are aware there is a problem registering through our app when using an Android Device.  This is particularly prevalent when trying to register using the Facebook link.

Thursday 13th September 4pm UPDATE FROM MyTicket with regards to registering with our new App.  

NEW DAY! NEW FLATTER FASTER ROUTE! NEW APP! Entries are officially open for the 2019 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon!

10.20 am Monday 10th September 2018 SOLD OUT EVENT!  No more places are available for the 6th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon.

ANNOUNCEMENT!  "EXTRA PACKS" for the 6th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon on Sunday 23rd September 2018 are nearly SOLD OUT!  

On Sunday 23rd September at 9am the largest Half Marathon in Northern Ireland will take place from Ormeau Embankment.  Entering its 6th year the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon is celebrating its biggest year yet with over 4,000 participants taking part.  That’s not the only celebration taking place on 23rd September....

3 weeks until race day! Are you ready?

ANNOUNCEMENT!  Due to demand we have created an opportunity for additional places for the 6th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon on Sunday 23rd September 2018! 

On Sunday 23rd September at 9am around 4,000 participants will set off on their 13.1 mile journey from Ormeau Embankment, in a bid to complete the 6th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon.  The largest Half Marathon event in Northern Ireland is preparing for its biggest year yet with the help of local volunteer agency Volunteer Now.

BREAKING NEWS!  The 6th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon has now SOLD OUT!

Less than 50 entries remaining for the 6th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon on Sunday 23rd September 2018!

Less than 100 entries remaining for the 6th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon on Sunday 23rd September 2018!

On Sunday 23rd September at 9am the largest Half Marathon in Northern Ireland will take place from Ormeau Embankment.  Entering its 6th year the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon is set to sell out once again making it the event’s biggest year yet with around 4,000 participants taking part. 

Less than 200 entries remaining for the 6th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon on Sunday 23rd September 2018!

Less than 300 entries remaining for the 6th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon on Sunday 23rd September 2018!

We've teamed up with Holiday Inn, Belfast to offer 15% discount off room bookings over the September Half Marathon race weekend!  Exclusive to 2018 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon entrants.

Less than 350 entries remaining for the 6th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon on Sunday 23rd September 2018!

Less than 500 entries remaining for the 6th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon on Sunday 23rd September 2018!

Less than 1,000 entries remaining for the 6th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon on Sunday 23rd September 2018!

Just over 6 weeks to go until the 6th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon on 23rd September!  How is your training going?  We've teamed up with Framar Health, Lisburn Road to offer you discount on products which could help benefit you as you train for 13.1 miles!

In just under 7 weeks, you’ll own one of these fabulous medals! What do you think? We LOVE all the colours!  You NEED this medal in your race collection!

Local comedian Colin Murphy is in full training mode for the 6th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon!

With just over 7 weeks to go, the 6th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon is gearing up for a record year with over 4,000 participants expected to take part on Sunday 23rd September 2018 at 9am from Ormeau Embankment.  That’s not the only record this year, the main marathon on 7th May introduced the event’s first ever female pacer, Natalie Bowbanks (a dental practice manager) from Tandragee!

Is this your FIRST TIME taking part in the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon? Or perhaps you are seeking a PERSONAL BEST and would like to know more about the route such as elevation and where exactly the route will take you? 

Calling all Athletics Clubs! Have you many runners participating in the 6th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon on Sunday 23rd September?  If so why not come along and have a presence at the finish area…

11 weeks to go until the 6th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon!  Don't worry if you haven't started officially training, there's still time!  Here's some training tips courtesy of our event partners...

Further to a Belfast City Council meeting held on Monday 2nd July 2018, the Belfast City Marathon Management Team are delighted to confirm the new route for the Belfast City Marathon and a move to the Sunday before the Bank Holiday in 2019 will go ahead. 

With race season well in motion, we want to help you push your limit. With the launch of the new Kayano 25 this month we are giving one lucky person a free pair!

A meeting was held on Wednesday 27th June 2018 in the City Hall with the City Growth and Regeneration Committee regarding the change of the current route and change of day (Bank Holiday Monday to a Sunday) for the Belfast City Marathon in 2019. 

How would you like to experience Belfast and the largest Half Marathon event in Northern Ireland? 

A host of international and commonwealth athletes including Emma Mitchell, Paddy Hamilton and 2017 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon champion, Laura Graham have confirmed that they will travel to Coalisland to compete in the Newell 5k and 10K races taking place in the town on Friday June29th.

With Father’s Day approaching this Sunday...we thought you or someone you know might enjoy this runners treat!

Belfast City Marathon management team are aware of an issue around some of the split times for relay runners and a few marathon runners at this year’s Belfast City Marathon.

Hundreds of photos available to view in our gallery from race day!

Head over to the FinisherPix website now to view YOUR race photos and purchase!

On May Day Monday 7th May 2018, close to 17,000 participants took part in the 37th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon.  Including the Marathon Run and Wheelchair Race, Marathon Team Relay, 8 Mile Walk and Fun Run.   

Kilkeel's Laura Graham and Joel Kipsang Kositany are favourites for Monday's 37th Deep RiverRock Belfast Marathon which features some 17,000 participants.

JUST OVER 2 DAYS TO GO! ARE YOU RACE DAY READY?

Still not planned accommodation for race weekend? Booked anywhere to dine and carb load pre-race?

After all your hard work and training, the finish line is THIS close!  Make sure you tell your friends and family to come down to Ormeau Park on race day Monday 7th May and show their support for you as you cross the finish line!  There'll be lots of family fun activities, entertainment and food available for all.  Here's what you can expect in Ormeau Park (Ozone Complex entrance of park) on May Day Monday!

Follow Belfast Live for all the latest Marathon updates and the Official results.  Don't forget to buy your copy of the Daily Mirror on Tuesday 8th May for the only official Souvenir Supplement!

On May Day Monday 7th May 2018, close to 17,000 participants are expected to set off from the iconic Belfast City Hall in a bid to complete the 37th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon.  Including the Marathon Run and Wheelchair Race, Marathon Team Relay, 8 Mile Walk and Fun Run.   

Less than one week to go!! Are you race day prepared?

Come join us on Sunday 6th May at our Official Race Expo in Ormeau Park, Belfast (Ozone Leisure Complex Park entrance) between 1-5 pm.  Whether you're calling over on your own, with friends or family, we have something of interest to you ahead of race day! 

Translink are proud to be the Official Transport Partner of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon and will once again be providing free shuttle buses from Belfast City Centre to Ormeau Park (including return) on 7th May! More details to follow!

Less than 12 days to go until the 37th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon on 7th May! Time to get race day prepared.

Are you participating on 7th May or have family and friends coming to Belfast to spectate?  Perhaps you have plans to travel through or visit Belfast on May Day.  Here's what you need to know in terms of traffic disruption and road closures so you can plan ahead with your journey.

Framar Health on the Lisburn Road, Belfast have carefully selected products which could really benefit you as you train for and recover from a marathon.  The following offers are available for April 2018.

Congratulations on entering before the final entry deadline!  You've now only 3 weeks left until the 37th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon! To help in the final stage of your training, we want to give away the following to one lucky winner!!   

We have joined up with Charles Hurst Van Centre for this year’s marathon to provide a fantastic discount, exclusive to ALL 7th May finishers!

With less than 4 weeks until race day, it's time to start getting prepared!

We've been running a series of Sunday competitions to celebrate the thousands of entries coming in!  And with less than ONE week to go until our final entry deadline (13th April),  we've one big final Sunday giveaway!

The 37th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon is just over 4 weeks away!  Have you signed up yet?  You have ONE week left to enter!

BRAND NEW MEDAL DESIGN FOR 2018 REVEALED!

Happy Easter from the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon!  How would you like to win this "Marvellously Magnificent" Easter prize...

The Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon is proud to welcome Intersport as their Official Sports Retail Partner for 2018. What does this mean for you? 

To help continue on your fitness journey, ASICS are giving away a pair of #PLATINUM NIMBUS 20 to ONE lucky winner!

The Official Merchandise for the 2018 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon is here!  And to celebrate, we're giving away his 'n hers apparel from ASICS worth over £100!

The event organisers of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon are delighted to OPEN entries for the 2018 event which takes place on Sunday 23rd September.  Launched On Wednesday 14th March, the largest half marathon in Northern Ireland is gearing up to be the biggest year yet, with over 4,000 entrants expected to take part.

Laura Lovett calls on runners to join her and support Mencap this May Day   With the 2018 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon around the corner, Laura Lovett from Antrim is one of the many people preparing to take part in aid of learning disability and official charity partner of the event, Mencap.

We're celebrating all the fabulous mummies out there by giving away a £100 Gift Voucher for the Grand Opera House, Belfast!

We've teamed up with Framar Health to give away a bespoke runners goodie bag!

Thousands of you have already signed up for the 37th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon on 7th May, with the Team Relay event being hugely popular once again!  Including “leg” distances to suit all fitness levels ranging from 3.3 miles to 7.2 miles. Did you know you could win a fantastic day out at the races for your organisation, just by entering the Team Relay?

Due to the adverse weather conditions, the Marathon Office at Sir Thomas and Lady Dixon Park has had to close on Thursday 1st and Friday 2nd March.

FINAL WEEK of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon Health Month, Sarah Trimble Nutrition provides expert nutritional advice & recipes to help support your marathon training.  This week, Sarah shares her "Three Ingredient Pancakes" recipe to help fuel your marathon training....

We've teamed up with UK RunChat to give away a complimentary entry for the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon Team Relay event on 7th May!  PLUS we’re giving away a 3 month Better Health and Fitness UK membership!

A meeting was held on Wednesday 21st February 2018 in Belfast City Hall with the City Growth and Regeneration Committee, regarding the change of the current route and change of day (Bank Holiday Monday – Sunday) for the Belfast City Marathon in 2019

WEEK THREE of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon Health Month, Sarah Trimble Nutrition provides expert nutritional advice & recipes to help support your marathon training.  This week, Sarah shares her recipe for a Chocolate and Cherry Muscle Recovery Smoothie.

Framar Health on the Lisburn Road, Belfast have carefully selected products which could really benefit you as you train for a marathon.  

Do you consider yourself a sprinter or perform faster over short distance runs? It’s time to sign up for the Team Relay event at this year’s Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon, you could be rewarded well if you do!

Every week in February as part of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon Health Month, Sarah Trimble Nutrition will be providing expert nutritional advice & recipes to help support your marathon training.  WEEK TWO:  Sarah shares her Homemade Energy Bites recipe to help fuel your marathon training....

Tuesday 13th February is the day to get your frying pan out and enjoy pancakes for Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner!  How about trying healthier and even more delicious recipe alternatives this year for Pancake Day (Shrove Tuesday)?

Continuing with the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon Health Month, we've teamed up with Tony & Jen's, Lisburn Road, Belfast to bring you a fabulous Valentine's Day giveaway!

You would never know this is a healthy snack! Simple to make and packed full of super tasty ingredients.  Inclusive of both White's Oats and Linwoods ingredients.

Fresh, crisp, vibrant and full of flavour - great for a lunch or simple supper.  Inclusive of White's Oats ingredients.

Vegan gluten free thick and fluffy pancakes made with whole grain buckwheat flour. Wholesome, delicious and chocolaty… what more could you want for breakfast! These are naturally sweetened with banana and made that extra bit indulgent with a dairy free chocolate sauce! Inclusive of Linwoods ingredients.

Continuing with our Health Month activities in February, Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon sampling partners White's Oats and Linwoods Healthfoods went head to head in the Cook Off today at the Mencap Centre.

During the month of February we will be giving away a host of prizes to celebrate the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon "Health Month".

Learning disability charity Mencap NI calls on public for support in final year as official charity partner of Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon.

The Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon "Health Month" is here!  And to celebrate, we've teamed up with Framar Health, Belfast to give away the ultimate Marathon Training Hamper!

Eat cleaner.  Hydrate more.  Join a gym and exercise three times per week.  Just some of the New Year health resolutions you planned and perhaps broke by the second week of January.  Or maybe you’re still going strong, well done getting this far! 

Have you many runners participating in the 37th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon on Bank Holiday Monday 7th May in either the Team Relay or Main Marathon Event?  

Have you always wanted to run a marathon but felt you didn’t know where to start?  Or simply didn’t think you could EVER run a marathon?

The 37th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon is delighted to announce, for the FIRST TIME EVER, that participants of the Marathon Run & Wheelchair Race, Team Relay, 8 Mile Walk and Fun Run, will be able to enjoy miniature sized Deep RiverRock bottles of water at ALL eight water stations along the 26.2 mile route.

2018 has arrived, you’ve already broken one of your New Year health resolutions or you’re putting it off until tomorrow.  Sound familiar? Introducing Eugene “Oggie” Winters whose story should hopefully motivate you to get out there, exercise and strive to be healthier in 2018!

Happy New Year! Will you be celebrating with a run? ASICS are going to help you do just that....

Ho Ho Ho Merry Crispmas from Tayto! Do you know someone who LOVES Tayto and NEEDS the Tayto Limited Edition Selection Box in their life this Christmas?

Now December has arrived and Christmas is officially just around the corner, why not fill those stockings with pencils, crayons and paint brushes!  It’s time to get creative with the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon for their 2018 Fun Run Art Competition!  

We've teamed up with The Jungle NI in Magherafelt to give away the perfect festive family day out! 

ASICS, the main Sportswear and Training partner for the 2018 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon, are giving away a Lite Show Jacket! 

The Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon has teamed up with St Colman’s Sports Complex, Newry to offer ALL 2018 entrants 20% off 12 month track memberships!   

We have teamed up with our 2018 Deep RiverRock sponsors to celebrate World Kindness Day on Monday 13th November 2017!  We'll be giving away one big prize worth over £200!

Have you entered the 2018 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon ? Or want to enter but struggle with marathon training motivation during winter?

Last chance to save money on entry to the 2018 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon!  Prices go up from midnight tonight on Tuesday 31st October 2017.

Now people everywhere are sharing how they move with #IMoveMe.  Join the movement and win a full head to toe outfit from ASICS!

Entries are already coming in for the 37th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon which will be held on May Day Bank Holiday, 7th May 2018. The event was officially launched on Wednesday 25th October by David Seaton, Chairman of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon at the Mary Peters Track, Belfast;  

WIN with White's Oats!

6TH OCTOBER 2017

It’s OFFICIAL!  Entries for the 37th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon are NOW OPEN at www.belfastcitymarathon.com

WIN a pair of DYNAFLYTE™ 2 with FlyteFoam tech, courtesy of ASICS, the main Sportswear and Training partner for the 2018 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon!  

Where will your official results be after the race?

Do you have family and friends coming to support you on race day?  Here's what's happening at the finish area in Ormeau Park...

FRIDAY 15TH SEPTEMBER 1015AM IMPORTANT UPDATE

Please find below details of the Hydration and Energy Stations at the 2017 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon.

Ahead of the 2017 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon, one father is asking runners and supporters to #StepUp4Mencap  

FINISHER PIX - NEVER FORGET YOUR RACE!

Join our 2017 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon Pacer team on Facebook, on Monday 11th September 8.00 - 8.30 pm, as they conduct a Live Q&A session.

Here are the key things you need to know for race day!  From parking, toilets to shower and changing facilities and more...

Please allow plenty of time for traveling, parking and walking to the start line for 9am sharp on Sunday 17th September!

On Sunday 17th September, 3,500 participants will set off on their 13.1 mile journey from Ormeau Park in a bid to complete the 5th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon.  Starting and finishing in Ormeau Park, the Half Marathon route takes in the picturesque Belfast City, from Victoria Park to Cornmarket, the Falls Road to Botanic Avenue.

Important announcement from the Medical Doctor of the Half Marathon!  Please read in preparation of the 2017 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon on Sunday 17th September.

Thank you to everyone who has entered the 5th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon!

There has been much excitement and anticipation in the build-up to the biggest Half Marathon event in Northern Ireland! 

The Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon Pacers 2017 group will be conducting a Facebook Live Q&A on Monday 11th September between 8.00 - 8.30pm.

Ahead of Northern Ireland’s upcoming World Cup Qualifier against Czech Republic tonight, one local school has more than one reason to cheer on footballer Josh Magennis.

WIN a pair of #GELKENUN trainers, courtesy of ASICS!  

We are awash with excitement at Team Belfast City Half Marathon!

Newry born Irene and Cathy Rice are in full training for the 5th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon (Sunday 17th September).

Due to its success at the Full Marathon event in May, Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon entrants have the opportunity to personalise their race bib for the first time. 

Bangor woman calls on runners to join her in half marathon for Mencap

Wayne Crowe has volunteered for 5 years and is encouraging you to volunteer at the 5th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon on Sunday 17th September.

Will YOU Volunteer for us?

On Sunday 17th September, close to 3,500 participants will set off on their 13.1 mile journey from Ormeau Park in a bid to complete the 5th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon.

A flat and fast course again!

Is running your passion? Do you like organising and helping people? Do you love being part of a team?

In July, U105 gave one lucky listener a two-night break at the stunning Slieve Donard Resort and Spa as well as VIP access to the best vantage point in Newcastle to watch the Festival of Flight Air show!

The new RoadHawk FF is the latest addition to our performance running line-up.

As we count down the weeks until the Belfast City Half Marathon....

Bringing you the latest local sports news!

We are delighted to announce that Tayto will be providing a "Crafty" set of prizes at the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon 2017!

With less than 8 weeks to go the excitement is building as Belfast gets ready to host the Women’s Rugby World Cup, 2017. 

Last month we launched the Belfast City Half Marathon and we’re delighted to say that we already have over 300 keen and eager runners who will #StepUp4Mencap on the 17th September in this 13.1 mile challenge.

For the time ever there’ll be a summer Twilight Market at St George’s Market. 

Explore more this Summer with Translink and bring your family on a little adventure by bus or train.

Mencap is delighted to be the official charity of the Belfast City Half Marathon 2017, the second Half Marathon of our 3 year partnership.

Stay Tuned to U105 in June for your chance to win some of our fantastic giveaway prizes!  

Join our ASICS elite athletes and prepare for takeoff.​

Get all the benefits of a natural protein boost PLUS additional goodness thrown in for good measure.

The organisers of the Belfast City Half Marathon are delighted to OPEN entries for their 2017 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon which was launched this morning and takes place on Sunday 17th September.

The prestigious UEFA Women's Under-19 Championships will take place this summer - from Tuesday 8th to Sunday 20th of August across various footballing venues in Northern Ireland. 

Back by popular demand, Twilight Market is set to return to St George's Market in 2017 and we've increased the number of markets from two to three. Giving you even more opportunity to visit any of the Twilight Market events over the coming months.

https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=stepup4mencap 

Ahoy there land lovers and seafarers!

Chairman of the Belfast City Marathon David Seaton, joined sponsors, prize winners and family supporters at last night’s award ceremony (Wednesday 10th May) at the Crowne Plaza, Shaws Bridge, Belfast.

Northern Ireland’s Laura Graham deservedly stole the headlines with a memorable victory as tens of thousands of athletes took to the streets of Belfast for the 36th annual Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon (Monday 1st May 2017).

Are you excited about participating in this year’s 36th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon?

Rugby star and Mencap Celebrity Ambassador Paddy Jackson is calling on runners, walkers and relay team members to sign up for the 2017 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon in aid of learning disability charity Mencap, the official charity of the event. 

Entries open at BelfastCityMarathon.com

As an official sponsor of the Belfast City Marathon, White’s Oats want to celebrate the 36th year of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon by offering one lucky winner an exclusive White’s Oats Hamper to prepare you for race day.

Ireland's marathon champion Laura Graham confirmed at the weekend that she is again seriously considering repeating her spectacular double from a year ago when she competed in both the London and Belfast Marathons within an 8 day period. 

As an official sponsor of the Belfast City Marathon, Linwoods want to celebrate the 36th year of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon by offering one lucky winner an exclusive Linwoods Healthfoods Hamper and Nutri Bullet to prepare you for race day.

As an official sponsor of the Belfast City Marathon, Belfast Live want to celebrate the 36th year of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon by offering one lucky relay team 5 tickets to WWE Live in the SSE arena on the 6th May.

As an official sponsor of the Belfast City Marathon, ASICS want to celebrate the 36th year of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon by offering one lucky male and female some exclusive ASICS training it to show off on race day.

Runners and walkers at the 2017 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon better bring their ‘A’ game this May – they’ll be racing against an Olympic gold medallist.

Mum calls for support of Mencap, the charity that helped her daughter walk and talk. Ahead of the 2017 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon, local Mum shares why race participants should support the event’s official charity partner

As an official sponsor of the Belfast City Marathon, Centra want to celebrate the 36th year of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon by offering to help one lucky winner keep track of their training ahead of race day with this brand new fitbit alta.

Designed to celebrate the 11th year of the race, the Dale Farm Protein Milk TQ10K has revealed a new medal design for its 2017 event on Sunday 9th April. The specially commissioned ‘Titanic’ medal will be presented to each participant who completes the 10k route.

Lord Mayor Brain Kingston and Events Manager Stef Foster Encourage Runners to be Quick and get Entered!

When it comes to foods for marathon training you’ll want all macros covered, Protein, Fat, Carbs and plenty of good fibre, these will all help with giving you an abundance of energy for those long sessions, as well as help with the recovery process after each one.      

Translink is calling out for public nominations for local living legends to be celebrated and showcased on the first ever Bus of Legends in Derry~Londonderry.    

Are you a member of a running or football club?  Want to ‘relay run’ a section of the marathon on Bank Holiday 1 May alongside professional GAA footballers and our line up of famous faces?  

Why not come to Belfast this St Patrick’s Day and watch as our city’s streets come alive with colour and carnival atmosphere as the Belfast-themed St Patrick’s Day parade leaves City Hall at 12 noon, making its way to Custom House Square.  

ASICS launches three new additions to The FlyteFoam™ Fast Series: NOOSA FF™, GEL-DS TRAINER™ 22 and a colour-updated DynaFlyte™, bringing the FlyteFoam™ series to runners who want to feel faster.  

Race packs will begin to be posted out by the end of the week!   If you have not recieved your race pack within two weeks please contact the marathon office on info@belfastcitymarathon.org    

With the Marathon, Relay, Walk and Fun Run only around the corner, why not kit yourself out with the 2017 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon Official Merchandise range?

As marathon day approaches, the organisers at the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon are excited to provide you with some exciting news! To celebrate the 36th year of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon the organisers are delighted to announce that each relay participant will receive a uniquely crafted medal to take home!

As the 2017 Belfast Marathon fast approaches it’s great to see so many people getting involved and I think I’d be correct in saying we are well and truly into “Marathon Season” – and training has begun in earnest. 

We’ve arrived at that time of year again when the dark mornings and the short days seem never ending and those New Year health and fitness resolutions are somewhat of a distant memory. It’s all too easy to jump ship and abandon those good intentions but let’s not forget, you’ve done the hard work- in deciding to run the Belfast City Marathon.  

 

Mencap NI hopes that you will choose to join Team Mencap this year and #StepUp4Mencap by running and fundraising for our official charity partner on Bank Holiday Monday 1st May 2017! The Lord Mayor of Belfast is running the full marathon and fundraising in aid of Mencap NI. Rory McIlroy is also supporting our good cause and has a special message for you here.

Why not treat your Valentine this weekend and stock up on some gifts for your love one at Centra? 

The 2017 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship, Division 1 Group B, will be hosted by Ice Hockey UK for the first time in 25 years, at The SSE Arena, Belfast. Between 23–29 April 2017, our city will play host to some of the world's top ice-hockey nations with Team GB, Japan, Netherlands, Estonia, Croatia and Lithuania competing.    

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to get in that extra training!

Entries now open at BelfastCityMarathon.com

As marathon day approaches, the organisers at the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon understand the importance of getting yourself not just physically ready but also nutritionally prepared for the big race.

As the official media partner, U105 have offered a special relaxation prize at The SPA, Culloden or Slieve Donard, to celebrate the 36th year of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon.

Have you ever wanted to train in a unique Athletics Venue?

As we say goodbye to 2016, it’s time to start thinking about your resolutions for the year ahead – to get fitter, lose weight or tackle that marathon.

Mencap NI would also like to thank you for signing up to take part in 2017’s Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon. We hope that you will choose to join Team Mencap this year and #StepUp4Mencap by running and fundraising for our official charity partner on Bank Holiday Monday 1st May 2017!

Translink has announced day return travel for the price of a single after 9.30am everyday until 28th February 2017 on Ulsterbus and Goldline services (Adult & Child). Customers can enjoy great value discount travel to towns and cities across Northern Ireland, keeping more money in their pockets after the expensive festive period.

With the twinkling Christmas lights packed away for another year, January can be a dark and cold month for many.  Daylight is short and if the sun does appear it is normally a hazy, cold shape in the sky.  This time of year we could all do with some more sunshine in our lives.  

When it’s cold and dark outside, a lot of runners find it hard to motivate themselves and keep training. But there are real bonuses to winter running. Check out these running tips to keep you motivated.    

Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon 2017 Merchandise Released Get your Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon merchandise now. The branded Belfast City Marathon ASICS kit is available in both male and female styles.

We are happy to announce for the first time 2017 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon race numbers will be personalised with the participants First name/Team Relay name!    

To celebrate the 36th year of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon, the organisers are urging all IAAF Antrim International Cross Country competitors, to get involved and enter themselves or a team into the 2017 event this weekend and receive 10% off.

To celebrate the 36th year of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon, the organisers are urging all local secondary schools to get involved and enter their school into the 2017 event to win a cash prize of £1000. 

The Belfast City Marathon hosted a Christmas Quiz on Thursday 1st December raising an amazing £1000 for Mencap!

We are absolutely delighted to say that Northern Ireland and Charlton Athletic football star Josh Magennis has been named the newest Celebrity Ambassador for Mencap. For his first order of business, Josh is calling on marathon runners, relay team members and fun runners across Northern Ireland to support the charity and #StepUp4Mencap in 2017’s Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon.  

With the winter cold truly setting in it is easy to slip into a diet of stodgy foods to bolster us against the winter days and evenings.  Here at Linwoods we believe you can stay healthy and warm this winter without indulging in stodgy foods.Adding Linwoods milled seeds, nuts and berry blends to your dishes has a range of nutritional benefits, key to that all important marathon training over the winter months;  

Craig McMeechan is urging all athletes to get their entry in early for the prestigious TQ10K event.

Entries now open at BelfastCityMarathon.com

Lord Mayor, Miss Northern Ireland and Olympian Kerry O’Flaherty inspire community to hurdle to the finish line for the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon  

Former Irish International athlete Colin Griffin, who has represented Ireland at the 2008 and 2012 Olympic Games in the 50km walk, will take to the roads this weekend for the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon, starting and finishing at Ormeau Park. Colin currently works as a Strength and Conditioning Coach at the Sports Surgery Clinic in Dublin, where his role includes the rehabilitation of running-related injuries and physiological testing for runners.

Around 3,200 people will be taking to the streets in this Sunday’s (18th September) 4th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon. Starting and finishing in Ormeau Park, the half marathon route will take in all parts of the picturesque Belfast City, from Victoria Park to Cornmarket, the Falls Road to Botanic Avenue.

Aodhan is four-years-old, he loves playing golf, messing about at football, reading his books and is so sociable with everyone he meets. Aodhan has Downs Syndrome and spent a year at the Mencap Children’s Centre in Belfast, where he lives with his brother, Dad and Mum Francine. We talk to Francine about Aodhan and how Mencap has helped.

Entries now open at belfastcitymarathon.com

Entry deadline has been extended for a limited time only! We have a limited number of entries available so once they are gone they are gone! Sign up now to avoid dissapointment! *Please note that any entries recieved after 2nd September must collect their packs at the following times at Mary Peter's Track :   Sunday 11th September 1pm-3pm Monday 12th September 8pm-9pm  

As we approach the end of the summer and are busily getting the kids ready to go back to school, have you left time to enter the 4th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon??

In August U105 gave one lucky listener an amazing VIP Night at the races at Drumbo Park and also gave away a whopping £1000 to spend at Go Outdoors!    

Every now and again a new must-eat foodstuff emerges for athletes and suddenly everyone is munching on that high profile ingredient in the hope that an easy dietary change will give a boost to performance. Inevitably trends come and go, but hemp is living up to the hype and promises to be an enduring element of sporting dietary regimes.    

Gary works with Mencap on a Thursday with the fundraising team at the Mencap Centre in Belfast, he helps sort out and count the money that people have donated, especially money raised in the Belfast City Marathon.

Ebony is a fun-loving, happy wee three-year-old girl who tries to achieve and learn everything that she can. She lives in Belfast with her mother Lisa and family, Ebony has an older sister, brothers, nephews and nieces. Ebony has Down’s Syndrome and attended the Mencap Children’s Centre for a year; her mother Lisa tells us their story.

On Sunday 18th September, close to 3,500 participants will set off on their 13.1 mile journey from Ormeau Park in a bid to complete the 4th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon.

Charlie is a happy, playful and affectionate 3-year-old boy who loves messing about with his brothers and sister.

On Sunday 18th September, close to 3,500 participants will set off on their 13.1 mile journey from Ormeau Park in a bid to complete the 4th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon.

After completing the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon in May, Neil Mercer of West Belfast is in the midst of training for his next challenge: the 2016 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon. And just like he did for the full marathon, Neil is running in aid of learning disability charity Mencap.

To celebrate the 4th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon, the organisers have arranged for an energy packed sweet station on the route for the race which takes place on Sunday 18th September.

Daisy is a very happy, outgoing and determined three-year-old, she will give hugs and kisses, but very much on her terms. She is just a little girl that loves to do the things that little girls love, like any other child. Daisy has Downs Syndrome and has been at the Mencap Children’s Centre Nursery for one year. We talk to Daisy’s Mum Carole about how the new Mencap Children’s Centre and Nursery has helped Daisy and her family.

With the heatwave hitting our shores make sure you have yourself covered with your training for the half marathon by checking out the new ASICS summer range here and get yourself, race ready.  

Belfast Live has recently launched their App which we think you’re going to LOVE! It’s slick, clean interface comes with a raft of state-of-the art features ... all completely FREE!

Eat to succeed with World Boxing Champion, Michael Conlon  Pounding the pavements or pushing yourself in the gym:  the more you train and the harder you work, the more you want to eat.  All very well if you have an unwavering focus on a healthy diet, backed up by a will of iron, but for most mortals those empty belly rumblings are the soundtrack of temptation.  

In July, U105 gave one lucky listener an amazing Royal Caribbean Cruise with Clubworld Travel and £1000 to spruce up their summer courtesy of Charles Hurst Dacia!

From the beginning of July until the end of August  we are teaming up with our sponsors Tayto to give one of you the chance to win a family pass (2 Adults and 2 Children) for the Tayto tour at Tandragee!  

The Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon will be holding at Gait Analysis evening at the Queen’s Sport, PEC.

We want to say a big THANK YOU, to everyone that came to our Goody Bag Giveaways in July.

Training Session at the Mary Peters Track will commence at 6.30pm sharp on Wednesday 24th August 2016  

Charlie is an inquisitive 3-year-old boy who loves to draw, play football, go to the park, all the things boys his age love to do. When Charlie was born he was diagnosed with ‘Microcephaly’ a rare neurological condition which causes the head and brain to grow at a slower rate than other children. The condition means Charlie has a learning disability affecting his learning and development, he has also been recently diagnosed with epilepsy.

With less than 9 weeks to the 4th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon, is your training on track to finish strong or break your current PB? Perhaps you are struggling with the longer runs or want advice on how frequently you should be running?

Sophia Magee is three years old and in her second year at the Mencap Centre Nursery, she lives in Downpatrick with parents Emma, Shane and little sister Zara. We talk to her grandfather Eamon Fitzsimons about the difference Mencap has made to Sophia.

The organisers are delighted to announce that entries for the 4th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon are now open and are calling all local athletes to get registered in an attempt to break the current records set in 2015 by Gideon Kimosop (1.04.21) and Mercy Jemuti (1:13:33)

Car Parking available for the Half Marathon will be in the follwoing destinations    

All remaining Official 2016 Marathon Merchanidse is on Sale!!!

Training Session at the Mary Peters Track will commence at 6.30pm sharp on Wednesday 24th August 2016      

In June U105 gave one lucky listener ‘Easy Motoring’ for an entire year including a brand new Mazda CX-3 from Saltmarine Mazda, Insurance cover from Todd Insurance and £1000 of diesel from Solo Petroleum!

As the summer holidays loom and you're stuck with things to do in the bright summer evenings- why not sign up to take on a challenge which will help maintain that beach body and stay super summer fit? All you need to do is join thousands of fellow runners at this year's Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon. It's really easy to sign up too! All you have to do is click on this link

Why not get your family and friends involved in the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon! This event could not take place without our wonderful volunteers and we are now recruiting for all roles at the 2016 event! If you know someone who would be interested in volunteering they can find out more information here or contact info@belfastcitymarathon.org to sign up!

This year the Deep Riverock Belfast City Half Marathon are using an exciting new pre-attached timing chip system. Your timing chip will be pre-attached to your race number which you will recieve via post to your registered address from the 1st August onwards. Please be careful with your race numbers/timing chips and try not to fold or bend them as this may cause damage to the timing Chip which could result in your time not being picked up.    

Mencap is absolutely delighted to announce that all you marathon runners, relay team members, 8 mile walkers and Fun Runners have smashed the £100,000 barrier!      

There have been some slight changes to the route for the 2016 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon!    

So far this year, we’ve already sent two lucky people through the skies to Los Angeles, on the road with a brand new Dacia Sandero and in May U105 set sail with Fred Olsen Cruise Lines and have given away not 1 but 5 CRUISES to our lucky listeners!    

MYASICS is an online tool that helps you achieve your running goals. It allows you to set up an individual training plan for popular running distances:

Don't forget to let your family and friends who want to join you at the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon that the closing date for entries is Friday 2nd September.

Whether you’re a first time Marathon runner or a fully-fledged Marathon geek, you’ll know that success on the day is all about preparation. There’s no easy way to acquire the fitness and stamina you’ll draw on during the race, but the good news is that there are easy ways to get the nutrition you’ll need to fuel your success.    

To celebrate the Lisburn City Half Marathon taking place on Wednesday 15th June, we are offering a 10% discount to anyone that enters the 4th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon.

Around 17,000 people are taking part in the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon this coming May Day Bank Holiday Monday (May 2nd). The event starts at the City Hall at 9 am and finishes in Ormeau Park, with the route taking in all parts of the city, from Sydenham to the Falls Road, Whitehouse to the Ravenhill Road.  

1.STAGE ‘A’ RUNNERS:  City Hall to Bridge End (6.2 miles)It is your responsibility to be at the start line in front of City Hall in good time for the start at 9am.  Transport will not be available to the finish at Ormeau Park for return journey. Ormeau Park is a short walk from the changeover point. Please follow these directions:    

Double DeepRiver Rock Belfast Marathon champion Joel Kipsang of Kenya will be going for a hat trick of victories in the 35th running of the event on 2nd May. The biggest sporting event in the NI calendar has again lived up to expectations with some 2,700 racing  in the  full marathon and another massive  entry of some 1,800 five person relay teams many of whom will be raising funds for this year's official charity Mencap.

To mark the 35th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon, event sponsors will offer a special prize each month for those who have entered into the 2016 event which will be held on Bank Holiday Monday, 2nd May 2016  

White's Oats, Northern Ireland's only oat miller and breakfast cereal producer is celebrating 175 years. A series of events are planned to mark what is: a significant milestone for the company as a follow up to the planning of this year's harvest/

U105 continue to celebrate our highest ever RAJAR figures of 237,000 listeners per week!

U105 continues to celebrate our highest ever RAJAR figures of 237,000 listeners per week!

Metro moves...

Lord Mayor's Big City Picnic...

Don't worry our Official Charity Mencap will have plenty of cheering stations along the route...

Don't forget to tell your family and friends to come to the FINISH LINE

ASICS are committed to helping you Better your Best...

Les Jones Memorial Race marks a milestone...

The TQ10K is celebrating the 10th race so why not provide each finisher with a uniquely crafted medal to take home!  

Volunteer TODAY and help your friends and family...

Tweet yer Feet & #doit4mencap...

Watch out for your Postal Pack...

You Still Have Time To ENTER...  

For the first time ever at the 2016 event, all relay participants will wear a timing chip and get a finishing time for their leg.

To mark the 35th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon, event sponsors will offer a special prize each month for those who have entered into the 2016 event which will be held on Bank Holiday Monday, 2nd May 2016  

A special award has been presented to Willowfield Temperance Harriers in recognition of the 30+ years they have dedicated to the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon as volunteers.  

The organisers of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon are delighted to welcome Charles Hurst Van Centre onboard for the 2016 event. All Race Vans will be supplied by Charles Hurst on Bank Holiday Monday 2nd May to ensure that the event is delivered to a high standard for both organisers and spectators alike.  

With less than 10 weeks to the 35th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon, those registered into the event will begin to receive their official race packs shortly as the event organisers have processed the first batch. 

Despite what some crazy fad diets say, carbohydrates are still one of our major food groups and, if chosen wisely, can maintain and sustain energy levels during exercise allowing you to perform at your best, provide your body with a good source of fibre for digestive health and support recovery after exercise.

So far in 2016 we’ve already sent two lucky people off on a trip of a lifetime to Los Angeles AND we’ve given away a brand new car – a Dacia Sandero worth over £7,000!

Three Belfast-based companies have received the ‘Master’s in Metronomics’ endorsement from Translink Metro highlighting how taking the bus regularly cuts traffic congestion and saves commuters time and money.

With your training entering the final stage it’s time to think about nutrition before and during race day.  

Colette Stewart lives in Belfast with her husband Paul and children Emily and Harry. Baby Harry soon developed a series of life changing health issues which caused his parents to feel very alone. Mencap helped and in May, Colette will #doit4mencap at Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon.

We all live busy lives which can sometimes cause us to fall into bad eating habits and reach for convenience food and snacks. When it comes to eating well, planning your meals is key to a successful week of healthy eating.

Belfast will be celebrating St Patrick on Thursday 17 March 2016 when the city will be awash with colour and a carnival atmosphere for all the family to enjoy!

Your employees could be making significant cost savings on home to work travel costs. Translink’s TaxSmart is a handy annual bus travelcard available to employees through an employer salary sacrifice scheme, which is approved by HMRC.  

The organisers of the Belfast City Half Marathon are delighted to OPEN entries for their 2016 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Half Marathon which was launched this week and takes place on Sunday 18th September. The event is an extension of the hugely popular May Day Bank Holiday Marathon which enjoys its 35th running year on Monday May 2nd and we are pleased to confirm that Mencap will be the Official Nominated Charity for both events.  

Ever struggle at the supermarket knowing what foods to fill your trolley with? ASICS Pro Team Nutritionist Ruth McKean explains some wise food choices for marathon runners.  "What are good food options for marathon runners?" the short answer is "base your diet on a variety of natural foods that will cover your energy needs"   

ASICS nutritionist answers some of the most common questions about Marathon nutrition.   

Are you participating in the Team Rely event at our 35th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon? Perhaps you are running with your work colleagues, sports club or church group in a bid to raise money for charity but are unsure of how to get to your location?

Why not treat yourself this weekend for Valentine’s Day and stock up on some chocolates or flowers for your loved one?

As part of our Health Month we have outlined the most common injuries and what causes them whilst in training for a marathon. We wanted to share the best ways to prevent injury and how best to treat an injury.

To mark the 35th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon, event sponsors will offer a special prize each month for those who have entered into the 2016 event which will be held on Bank Holiday Monday, 2nd May 2016

Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon Chair David Seaton joined TV personality Pamela Ballantine and Mencap Ambassador James Martin to start the special baton relay celebrating Mencap’s partnership with the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon for the next three years.

Actress Ty Glaser, best known as Dr. Gemma Wilde in BBC’s drama Holby City, is a Mencap Ambassador and is participating in the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon in 2016 for Mencap in Northern Ireland. Here, Ty tells of her inspirations in taking part, most notably her sister, Esme.

To celebrate the 35th year of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon, the organisers have teamed up with the Daily Mirror to encourage as many schools, businesses, churches and sports clubs to enter the Team Relay event by offering a lucrative prize to one lucky team.

Prep/Cooking Time: 15 (plus setting time) min

Lemon and Oat Pancakes with a blueberry compote

Podium 4 Sport offer 100% FREE video gait analysis of your running style

Translink has launched a significant update to their mLink App which now enables passengers to purchase Metro Day Tickets offering unlimited travel for one day anywhere on Metro.

So far in 2016, U105 have already sent two lucky people off on a trip of a lifetime to LA….

Trying to improve as a runner often means getting out there and running more

Local charity celebrates partnership with Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon Actress Ty Glaser and local personality Pamela Ballantine recently joined Mencap supporters and fellow ambassadors as part of a special baton relay to celebrate the charity’s partnership with the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon for the next three years.

To celebrate the 35th year of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon, the organisers are urging all local secondary schools to get involved and enter their school into the 2016 event to win a cash prize of £1000.

To mark the 35th Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon, event sponsors will offer a special prize each month for those who have entered into the 2016 event which will be held on Bank Holiday Monday, 2nd May 2016

As we say goodbye to 2015, its time to start thinking about your resolutions for the year ahead – to get fitter, lose weight or tackle that marathon.

Signed up to a New Year of healthy eating and exercise? Perhaps you need help with your recipes for breakfast, lunch and dinner to ensure you stick to your resolution?

Overindulged at Christmas with boxes of sweets and glasses of wine? Perhaps you need to set a healthy New Year’s Resolutions for 2016 to get you back on track?

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Colette Stewart lives in Belfast with her husband Paul and children Emily and Harry. Born a bouncing baby boy, little Harry soon developed a series of life changing health issues which caused his parents to feel very alone. In 2016, Colette is running the marathon for Mencap. This is why…

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