Step Into Story and Scenery at the 2025 Boyne Valley Trails Festival
Boyne Valley Trails Festival from this September, guided hikes, cultural walks, history tours, and storytelling in Ireland’s Ancient East.
By Matthew McConnell
Step Into the Heart of Ballyhoura: A Festival of Walking, Community & Culture
Step into nature, heritage & community at Ballyhoura Walking Festival, Oct 2–5. Guided hikes, culture, music & mindful adventures await.
By Matthew McConnell
SIGN UP NOW! Hit the Trails with HOKA’s Free Irish Trail Tour This July
Join the HOKA Challenger 8 Tour! Free trail runs, test HOKA shoes, collect prizes & hear tips from elite runners. Sign up now!
By Matthew McConnell
26 Mountains, 9 Days, €1.3m Raised for Children Affected by Cancer
A team climbed 26 of Ireland’s highest peaks in 9 days, raising over €1 million for children's Cancer charity through 26 mountains challenge.
By Matthew McConnell
Bronze in the Mountains: Anna McGookin’s Breakthrough at the U18 International Mountain Running Cup
A breakthrough bronze for the Northern Irish team athlete Anna McGookin at the World Mountain Running Youth World Cup in Slovakia!
By Matthew McConnell
One Man’s 1,500km Kayak Journey Around Ireland: Charlie Daly
Charlie Daly on kayaking round Ireland, connecting with communities, and raising funds. A look at adventure and resilience.
By Matthew McConnell
Élise Poncet Sets Blazing New Women’s Ski FKT on Mont Blanc
Élise Poncet has just set a new women’s ski speed record on Mont Blanc, completing the 35km round trip in an astonishing 6 hours, 54 minutes.
By Matthew McConnell
“The best kept secret in Irish trail running” – Bluestack Way Ultra
Tackle the Bluestack Ultra, a tough 50km+ trail race through Donegal’s rugged mountains. Wild terrain, steep climbs, and epic views await.
By Matthew McConnell
Join Patagonia’s Family-Friendly Hike and Film Screening in Dublin
Join Patagonia Dublin on May 24 for a family-friendly hike in Glendalough and a screening of Disaster Style, a new film series from Patagonia
By Matthew McConnell
Outsider Podcast Episode 4: Beyond The Trail with Ellie Berry
Ellie Berry joins the Outsider Podcast to share insights from walking 4000km around Ireland, trail development & climbing 275 mountains
By Matthew McConnell
