The Clonakilty Waterfront Marathon now in its third year running with a mix of newly measured courses, full marathon, half marathon and mini marathon.

New race start and finish at the stunning blue flag beach of Inchydoney bay on the 8th of December 2012.

The Inchydoney Island Lodge and Spa are kindly supporting the race by offering participants the facilities of the Indoor heated seawater therapy pool, showers, sauna and steam room after the race (subject to capacity).

The Clonakilty Waterfront Marathon races will hit the scenic roadways, byways and beach routes of this bustling West Cork town along the routes and through the postcard pretty villages of both Ardfield and Rathbarry, creating a heady and healthily challenging mix at a seasonally quiet time of year for the sport. All races are run on sealed rural roads with Athletic Ireland race permit, officially measured chipped time ( Jones Counter measured ) distances.

Hydration and recovery fluids will also be provided throughout the races. There will be music and musicians along the routes to keep spirits high. There will also be a number of Sports Injury & Massage Therapists available on the day.

The event will carry full public liability insurance, medical & first aid support will be provided to an exceptionally high standard.