Small Feet, Big Miles: Haulbowline Junior Parkrun Turns Two!

Haulbowline junior parkrun celebrated its second birthday this January. During that time, we’ve welcomed over 450 junior participants and 150 volunteers, who together have covered more than 5,000km around the park.Junior parkrun is a free, weekly, timed 2km running and walking event for children aged 4–14. It takes place every Sunday at 9.30am at locations all over Ireland.

Children can take part with parents or grandparents, and the fully marshalled course ensures plenty of encouragement along the way. After completing 11 runs (half marathon), 21 runs (marathon) and 50 runs (ultra marathon), children receive milestone wristbands to celebrate their achievements.

In Haulbowline, we've had 5 ultras, 21 marathons and 26 half marathon wristbands awarded this year!

Emily and Cara, two of our regular volunteers at the Haulbowline Junior Parkrun

If you haven’t visited yet, Haulbowline Park is a fantastic local amenity in Ringaskiddy, just 10 minutes from Carrigaline, Monkstown and Passage West.

Surrounded by water on three sides, the park boasts stunning views of Cobh, Spike Island and Curraghbinny.Haulbowline junior parkrun is supported by Cork Sports Partnership, Cork County Council, and a community grant from Thermo Fisher.

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram, and come along to join us any Sunday morning-we have a warm up at 9.25am and the whistle goes for 2k over 3 laps at 9.30am!