Buttevant RC 4 Mile 2023

Welcome to the Buttevant RC 4 Mile Road Race 2023.

The route is a relatively flat 4 mile loop (it does have climbs between miles 2 & 3), starting on R580, at the end of town on the Kanturk road, turning left onto New Street, left onto R522, turning left at The Crossroads Bar, bringing you back to the R580 past the start point, left again a New Street with a new finish near the Buttevant GAA Pitch.

• Parking near Race HQ (Buttevant GAA Complex)
• Off road warm up area available around the pitch
• Limited Availability of bespoke water bottles

****Race Information Update****

Firstly, on behalf of Buttevant RC, we wish to thank you for entering our 4 mile road race on Friday, 19th May @ 7.30pm

We look forward to seeing you on race day and hope you will enjoy your visit to Buttevant.

Please do take the time to read the below before race day.

Race HQ:

The Race HQ for the race is Buttevant GAA Complex –

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Race Numbers:

Please note that the postal option for race numbers is now closed.

If you have chosen the postal option, you will receive your number in the post by Friday.

Alternatively, if you have chosen to collect your number on race day or if you have not received your number by post, please come to the Collections Desk at Race HQ in the GAA complex before the race.

Online Registration is still available till 3pm on Friday, May 19th.  You may collect your number on the evening of the of the race.

Registrations will also be taken on the night – cash and card payment option available.

Kindly register using this link or QR code which will be displayed prior to reaching the registration on the night.  Number will be assigned, and payment will be taken at the registration desk.

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Race start time is 7.30pm.  You will need to allow time to get from Race HQ to the start line as there is approx. 1.2kms between the two.

No Shuttle Bus to the Start Line.

 Toilet Facilities:

Available in the GAA Complex grounds.

Please note there are no toilet facilities at the Start line.

Parking:

Please follow race parking signage and steward’s directions for parking.

Ample parking will be available at the side of the Buttevant GAA grounds and next door, courtesy of Leisure Domes.  There will be no parking allowed on the race route.  Please ensure to park responsibly and not to block private entrances.  Kindly always obey the stewards and Gardaí instructions in this matter.

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Race Number:

The race number should be worn to the front chest area only.

Numbers are Non-Transferable, and would appreciate your cooperation in this regard.

Timing Chip:

The race is chip timed.  The timing chip is already attached to your race number.  Please DO NOT FOLD YOUR NUMBER, THIS WILL HARM THE TIMING CHIP.

Any issues, please contact the Race Number Collection’s desk in Race HQ tent on the day.

Start Line:

Start line is approx. 1.2km Race HQ.

Turn left for the start line on leaving the GAA grounds. Directions will be posted plus stewards will be on the route to point you in the right direction.

Start time is 7.30pm sharp unless there is an unforeseen delay with trains.

Note:  There will be no road closures so keep to the left-hand side of the road.  Kindly follow steward’s instructions at all times.

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Water Stops:

There will be 1 water stop on the race route at approx. the 2-mile mark.

Post-Race Water and Fruit:

There will be water and fruit immediately after the finish line waiting for you.

Water Bottle Collection:

Your bespoke water bottle will be in your goody bag.  Collection will be from the GAA complex immediately after the race.

Post-Race Refreshments:

There will be post-race refreshments again this year after the race.  We hope you can join us in the GAA Hall afterwards.

Prize Giving:

Prize money fund increased this year across all categories.

1^st Male/Female

2^nd Male/Female

3^rd Male/Female

Age category prize for 1^st & 2^nd Male / Female O40 / O50 / O60 / O70

Juvenile 1^st & 2^nd Male / Female

1^st Wheelchair Male/Female

Prize money for the Team prize has also increased this year (Teams of 4.  First 4 club finishers across the line will be counted for the team prize.  Teams can be mixed male/female teams).

The winners will receive the Greenhall sponsored Perpetual Buttevant RC 4 Mile Trophy and individual winner’s plaques.

Category prize winners will be contacted, and prizes will be posted.

Any spot prizes will be presented on the day of the race.

Stewards & Safety:

Your safety is our number one priority.  Remember to always obey the stewards.  It is up to each individual runner to take responsibility for their own behaviour.

Headphones:

The use of MP3 players, iPod, headphones is not permissible.  There are no road closures during this race so for your own safety all runners need to adhere to this regulation.

Race Results:

Results will be posted on our social media pages and Popup Races immediately after the race.

Sponsors:

A huge thank you to all our sponsors, without whom this race would not be possible.  Your support is greatly appreciated by the club.

We are looking forward to welcoming you to Buttevant and if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us or contact a member of the club on race day for assistance.

Our email address is Buttevantrc@gmail.com or DM us on Facebook or Instagram.