Tullamore Harriers

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𝐁𝐧𝐌 𝐓𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐟 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐧 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬

The 2026 edition of the BnM Tullamore Harriers Half Marathon was run off on its traditional date, the last Saturday in August, which this year fell on August 29th. And what a day it proved to be.

The club proudly welcomed more than 2,000 people through its gates over the course of the morning, creating a wonderful atmosphere that never wavered.

With almost 1,200 athletes crossing the finish line, the 2026 BnM Tullamore Harriers Half Marathon once again demonstrated just how far the event has come since its inaugural staging in 2013. That first race attracted 300 finishers, and the event has grown into a sell-out fixture, attracting athletes from clubs throughout Ireland and beyond. It has become a major community occasion, bringing thousands of athletes, families, supporters, volunteers and visitors to Tullamore.

The success of the event reflects the commitment of the Tullamore Harriers club members and organising committee, the generosity of sponsors, the support of the local community and, above all, the hundreds of volunteers who give their time to make the day possible.

Countless hours go into logistics, safety, traffic management and course preparation. This continues to strengthen Tullamore Harriers’ reputation both locally and nationally.
For Tullamore Harriers, the 2026 BnM Half Marathon was another memorable chapter in the club's long and proud history of staging major athletics events.

Title sponsor BnM was represented on the day by Sharon Doyle, Head of HR & Communications; Stephen Nolan, Community Liaison Specialist; Benedicta Durcan, Corporate Social Responsibility Manager and Brendan Connolly Head of Asset Management & Trading.
Tullamore Harriers is deeply indebted to BnM and to all its loyal sponsors, whose generosity and support make the race possible.

The club also gratefully acknowledged the presence and assistance of an An Garda Síochána Laois/Offaly Offaly Civil Defence , Offaly County Council and Offaly Volunteer Centre. Their support with safety, traffic management, emergency planning and stewarding was integral to the smooth running of the event.
From as early as 6am, the club was buzzing with activity. Volunteers were busy with course set-up, catering, registration, water stations, car parking and countless other jobs, while by 8.30am the club was alive with athletes, marshalls, supporters, media and sponsors.

The 17 walkers set off at 8.45am, leading the way for the main field, which got underway just over an hour later.

Just before 10am, Club Chairman Adrian Curley welcomed the assembled athletes at the start line on Charleville Road. As tradition dictates, Tullamore Harriers invited a special guest to officially start the race, and this year's honour went to one of the club's longest serving and most dedicated members, 𝐋𝐢𝐚𝐦 𝐇𝐞𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐲. Liam has given an extraordinary amount of his time to Tullamore Harriers over many years. He served as Club Secretary for 20 years, from 1987 to 2007, before taking on the role of Treasurer for a further 17 years, from 2008 until 2025. He continues to serve on the club's extremely busy Management Committee and remains a driving force behind the continued development of Tullamore Harriers.
Highly respected by all who know him, Liam is regarded as one of life's true gentlemen and welcoming him and his family to the start line was a fitting tribute to his lifelong dedication and service to the club.

From the gun, three athletes quickly established themselves at the head of the field, with Jaakko Jarvi of Finland, Jake O'Regan of St John's AC and Conor Duffy of Glaslough Harriers AC setting the early pace. A chasing group remained within close proximity in the opening stages, but it was O'Regan who soon moved to the front. The St John's AC athlete gradually extended his advantage and maintained his lead all the way to the finish.

O'Regan produced a superb performance to cross the line in 1:05:23, smashing the previous course record of 1:05:49, set by Ryan Creech of Leevale AC. Wayne Waldron of Donore Harriers AC moved into second place in 1:08:55, with Jarvi completing the men's podium in third in 1:09:35.

First for Tullamore Harriers was Kevin Minnock with a superb 4th place finish. Kevin also recorded a four-minute personal best on last years’ time, underlining his excellent progression. Clubmate Paul Mitchell was next home in fifth place, with Conor Duffy finishing sixth.

The women's race was won by Maebh Brannigan of Galway City Harriers taking an impressive victory in 1:16:05. Maebh recently claimed the National 10-Mile Championship title. Aislinn Hogan of Ballyskenach Athletic Club finished second in 1:19:07, while Niamh McEntegart of Mullingar Harriers Athletic Club took third in 1:23:08.

Mariesa Cleary was the fourth lady finisher in 1:24:12, with Anna Dooner of Roscommon Harriers AC close behind in fifth in 1:24:55. Sixth place went to Breda McDonald of BallyroanAbbeyleix&District A.C, who recorded 1:35:07.

The Quinlan Cup (Men’s team trophy for the first 4 club athletes) was presented to Tullamore Harriers, with Kevin Minnock, Paul Mitchell, Killian Nolan and Michael Brennan on the winning team.

Mullingar Harriers Athletic Club won the Phyllis Delaney Cup, which was presented by Phyllis’ son, James. The team was made up of Niamh McEntegart, Jacinta Reilly, Orlaith Flanagan, and Criona Reid.

Age group winners:

Men

1st O40 Dan Morris Mullingar Harriers AC

2nd O40 Mick Fogarty Ferbane AC

1st O50 Ruben Bartelink Dundrum South Dublin AC

2nd O50 Brian Gurrin Kilcoole AC

1st O60 Eddie Newman Mullingar AC

2nd O60 John Fitzmaurice Roscommon AC

1st O70 Donal Murphy Rathfarnham AC

2nd O70 James Sexton Kilmurry Ibrickane/ North Clare AC

Ladies

1st O40 Alex Wood LSA AC

2nd O40 Emma Boland Newbridge AC

1st O50 Caroline Donnellan Edenderry AC

2nd O50 Criona Reid Mullingar Harriers AC

1st O60 Irene Clements Clones AC

2nd O60 Mary Stuart Mullingar Harriers AC

1st O70 Angela Naughton

2nd O70 Eileen O’Brien Lucan AC

Congratulations to all our individual medalists, age-category winners and to everyone who participated.

Full results here: https://myrunresults.com/events/bnm_tullamore_harriers_half_2026/6138/results

Rory Mulholland, of North East Runners Dundalk, 9th man home in the BnM Tullamore Harriers Half Marathon 2026. Gallery live on richardpeytonphotography .com.

𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐚 𝐖𝐫𝐚𝐩 -𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐁𝐧𝐌 𝐓𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐟 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐧

What a wonderful day in Tullamore for the annual BnM Tullamore Harriers Half Marathon It was a hugely successful event, with just under 1,200 athletes crossing the finish line.
1st across the line was Jake O’Regan – St John’s AC in 1:05:23. A fantastic performance from Jake, who smashed the previous Tullamore Harriers Half Marathon record of 1:05:49, set by Ryan Creech of Leevale AC.
2nd Wayne Waldron – Donore Harriers AC - 1:08:55
3rd Jaakko Jarvi -1:09:35.

1st lady was Maebh Brannigan - Galway City Harriers - 1:16:05
2nd Aislinn Hogan - Ballyskenach AC - 1:19:07
3rd Niamh McEngegart - Mullingar Harriers AC - 1:23:08

Congratulations to all our individual medalists, age-category winners and teams, and of course to every athlete who crossed that finish line today.

A huge thank you to everyone who played their part - our fantastic volunteers, marshalls, stewards, sponsors, supporters, local community and everyone behind the scenes.

Full results: https://myrunresults.com/events/bnm_tullamore_harriers_half_2026/6138/results?class=half%20marathon
The Athletics Leinster Half Marathon Championship results will be finalised at a later stage.
Full report tomorrow, with lots and lots of photographs, which will be uploaded tomorrow and over the coming days.
BnM

𝐁𝐧𝐌 𝐓𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐟 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐀𝐐𝐬

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭?
The race will start at 10am sharp. *Walkers will set off at 08.45am*. Please allow enough time to get to the start line.
𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭?
The race starts on Charleville Road, (approx. 300m from the front gate of the Tullamore Harriers Club grounds and finishes in the Tullamore Harriers stadium with a lap of the track.
𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐝𝐨 𝐈 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐦𝐲 𝐧𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓-𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐫𝐭?
All race packs were posted to the participant. Please Note:
Tullamore Harriers is not responsible for making any changes to race entries. Any transfer of entry fees, race bibs, or T-shirts (once they have been posted) is solely the responsibility of the individuals involved. All arrangements must be made directly between the two parties, and the race organisers are not liable for any issues arising from such transfers.
𝐃𝐨 𝐈 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐚 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐚𝐥?
Yes - everyone who crosses the finish line will receive a special BnM Tullamore Harriers Half Marathon finishers medal.
𝐈𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐚 𝐜𝐮𝐭 𝐨𝐟𝐟 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞?
Yes. There is a cut-off time of 3 hours. This is for health and safety reasons and to be fair to the marshals who have given up their time to support the athletes. The race begins at 10 am and the course will close at 1pm. This means that the roads will re-open, and there will be no marshals or water stations on the course after this time.
𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐈 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐤?
There will be ample free parking available on the grounds of the Tullamore Harriers Stadium.
𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐝 𝐛𝐞 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐝?
There will be road closures along the greater part of the route from 09.30am to 1pm, which provides huge safety and comfort for our athletes. There will, however, be some short sections of the route that must remain accessible to moving traffic.
Please follow the instructions of the Gardai and race marshals and be mindful that safety is paramount for all involved.
𝐈𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐝?
The race route will be clearly marked and marshalled along the way, and there will be markers at each mile.
𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐨𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞?
Yes, there are toilets, changing rooms, and showers available on-site at Tullamore Harriers Stadium. Along the race route, there will be portaloos at the halfway point and near Killurin GAA pitch (approx. 8.5-mile mark).
Is t𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐈 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐦𝐲 𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬?
There will be a bag-drop facility at the stadium that will be attended throughout the event. Runners will need to show their race number when using this facility.
𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐰𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬?
There will be 5 water stations along the race route at approximately 3 miles, 6 miles, 8 miles, 10 miles, and 12 miles plus a refreshment stand at the finish with water and a goodie bag. There will also be several people patrolling the route on bikes with additional water and words of encouragement! In the event of it being a particularly warm day, runners may wish to consider carrying water with them from the start. The first water station is at the 3-mile mark, and Tullamore Harriers will not be able to provide water to runners before the race begins. We will have a water bottle bin located after each water station, and we ask all competitors to use the bins provided when at all possible. Please help us to keep the route litter-free by dropping your empty bottles in the bins provided.
𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐝𝐨 𝐈 𝐝𝐨 𝐢𝐟 𝐈 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞?
First-Aid personnel are strategically positioned in and around the route to assist any runners and at the start line and the finish line. Please inform any steward or race official if you need medical assistance. It is strongly recommended that you consult your doctor if you have any doubt about your health or fitness level.
𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞r𝐬?
Yes, there will be pacers for the following times: 1:30; 1:40; 1:45 1:50; 2:00 and 2:10.
𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐭-𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐡𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬?
Each finisher will receive a substantial goody bag with drink and post-race treats. Each finisher will receive a voucher for complimentary tea/coffee, which will be served. For non-competitors, there will be tea on sale on site.
𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬 𝐛𝐞 𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞?
As the race is chip-timed, your result will be available straight away, and full results will be available online soon after the race ends on myrunresults.com
The Offaly Athletics & Athletics Leinster Half Marathon Championships results will be announced as soon as possible. Offaly Half Marathon medals will be presented at the Offaly Awards Ceremony and the Leinster Half Marathon Medals will be posted to the winners.
𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐬?
Prizes will be awarded as follows:
1st €400; 2nd €300; 3rd €200, 4th €150, 5th €125, 6th €100
1st o40 €85; 2nd o40 €60.
1st o50 €85; 2nd o50 €60.
1st o60 €85; 2nd o60 €60.
1st o70 €85; 2nd o70 €60; (all both male and female)
Course records (male & female) €100 -
𝐌𝐞𝐧: Ryan Creech - Leevale AC - 1.05.49
𝐋𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐬: Ann Marie McGlynn 1:15:10
1st team of four Men: €200 and the Quinlan Cup
1st team of four Ladies: €200 and the Phyllis Delaney Cup.
The presentation of prizes is at 11.45 a.m. beside the finish area
Course records. 𝐈𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐳𝐞 𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.
Athletics LeinsterMyrunresults.com

Thank you Dolans Pharmacy

𝐃𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐧'𝐬 𝐏𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐜𝐲
Thank you to Barbara and all the team at Dolans Pharmacy, Tullamore, for supporting the 2026 BnM Tullamore Harriers Half Marathon. One of the oldest pharmacies in Ireland, Dolans Pharmacy has stores on William Street and in the Bridge Centre, serving the community with all pharmacy and cosmetic needs.
Pictured here are: Fran Cullen and Mollie McCann O'Brien at the Bridge Centre Store.