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!

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.

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!

We've teamed up with Holiday Inn, Belfast to offer 15% discount off room bookings over the May Day race weekend!  Exclusive to 2018 Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon (all events) entrants.

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

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.

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.

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.

It's National Popcorn Day on Friday 19th January 2018 and we've teamed up with Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon sampling partners Tayto, to give away some tasty Tayto Popcorn!

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?

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

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…

It’s well know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, ensuring you get your day off to a good start