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Everything you need to know about HELL & BACK.


Event Briefing for Helloween Junior: 4KM (18/10/2025)
Get ready for Helloween Junior: 4KM this Sat 18th Oct at Killruddery Estate, Bray. Expect spooky obstacles, forest trails and frightful fun for kids. Arrive early to allow time for parking, registration and the uphill walk to Giltspur Basecamp. Follow parking signs, dress for the weather and bring wellies. Every child earns a Helloween Neck Scarf at the finish! Full details and FAQs online.
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Helloween Junior: Car Parking Plan (18/10/2025)
Get ready for Helloween Junior this Sat 18th Oct, where thousands of kids will take on the themed 4KM course! Plan your journey in advance and arrive at least 60 minutes early. Follow the Visual Display Signs on Southern Cross Road for your allocated car park and make sure to buy your parking ticket (€7) before 11:30AM on Fri 17th Oct. Please follow all signs, be patient and carpool where possible for a smooth, stress-free day!
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HELL & BACK Junior: Splash Attack Event Briefing (Sat 6th & Sun 7th Sept 2025)
Get ready for HELL & BACK Junior: Splash Attack in Killruddery! 🌊 A 4KM adventure packed with mud, water, forests and epic obstacles like Pontoon Mania, Splashdown Slide and Water Jump. Everything you need to know – parking, registration, what to wear and top tips – is in the Event Briefing so you and your child can enjoy a safe, fun and unforgettable day!
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Event Briefing for HELL & BACK 7/5KM (06/09/2025)
100+ epic obstacles across Killruddery Estate on 7KM and 5KM courses. From what to wear, where to park and how to prep – this is your essential guide to surviving Hell & Back on Sat 6th Sept. Don’t miss a thing – read the full event briefing now!
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HELL & BACK Car Parking Plan (6th & 7th Sept 2025)
Over 3,000 cars are expected over the weekend for HELL & BACK so plan ahead! We’ve set up two car parks and a clear traffic system to keep things moving. Arrive at least 60 minutes before your start time, follow digital signs and pre-pay for parking before deadline Fri 5th Sept @ 23:59 PM. Carpool if you can – and get ready for an epic adventure!
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Event Briefing for HELL & BACK 13/8KM (07/06/2025)
HELL & BACK is back this Saturday – and it’s our biggest event ever! Whether you’re taking on the 8KM or 13KM course, get ready to face 100+ epic obstacles across Killruddery Estate. From warm-ups and shuttle buses to what to wear, where to park and how to prep – this is your essential guide to surviving the challenge. Don’t miss a thing – read the full event briefing now!
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Shuttle Bus Schedule (07/06/25)
HELL & BACK is nearly here! To help you get to the action stress-free, we’ve set up a shuttle bus service between Bray DART Station and IDA Business Park. Buses run at least once an hour – check the full schedule now and plan your journey to Ireland’s toughest challenge!
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HELL & BACK Car Parking Plan (07/06/2025)
Over 2,000 cars are expected at this Saturday’s biggest-ever HELL & BACK so plan ahead! We’ve set up two car parks and a clear traffic system to keep things moving. Arrive at least 60 minutes before your start time, follow digital signs and pre-pay for parking before deadline Fri 6th June @ 11:30AM. Carpool if you can – and get ready for an epic adventure!
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Unleash Your Potential with Year-Round HELL & BACK Training!
Get ready to conquer HELL & BACK - any time of year! This post is your go-to guide for training tips, mindset prep and motivation to tackle Ireland’s toughest challenge, no matter the season. Whether you’re a first-timer or returning veteran, this is where your journey begins!
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Event Briefing for HELL & BACK Dawn (17/05/2025)
Get ready for an unforgettable early morning adventure! The HELL & BACK Dawn Event Briefing for 17/05/2025 covers everything you need to know—from arrival and registration to what to wear, safety tips and post-run rewards. Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned Hellraiser, this guide ensures you're fully prepared for the 7KM challenge. Don't miss out on the essential details to make your experience epic!
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HELL & BACK Junior: Forest Frenzy Event Briefing (17/05/2025)
Get ready for an epic day at HELL & BACK Junior: Forest Frenzy 5KM this Saturday! Expect thrilling obstacles, forest trails and unforgettable fun at Killruddery Estate. Arrive 60 mins before your start time to park safely and collect your child’s wristband from the Registration Tent. Check parking, weather and FAQs in advance – it's going to be wild! 🌲🔥 See you at the Start Line!
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HELL & BACK Junior: Forest Frenzy Car Parking Plan (17/05/2025)
Ready for Forest Frenzy? Here’s Everything You Need to Know Before Saturday!
Thousands of fearless Junior Hellraisers are gearing up to tackle the epic 5KM Forest Frenzy course this Saturday! To keep the day running smoothly, we’ve got a few essential parking and arrival tips for parents – including why carpooling is a great shout, how to pre-pay for parking, and why arriving at least 60 minutes early is a must.
Get all the key info now so you're ready to roll into a stress
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Event Briefing for HELL & BACK Winter Warrior on Sat 1st Mar
HELL & BACK Winter Warrior briefing – key info on registration, start times, obstacles & safety. Read now & get ready for the challenge!
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H&B Winter Warrior: Car Parking Plan (01/03/2025)
HELL & BACK parking plan for 1st March: locations, fees, arrival info, walking distances, accessibility, and event updates.
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Optimum Nutrition returns as Official Partner for HELL & BACK 2025!
We are thrilled to announce that Optimum Nutrition is once again partnering with HELL & BACK in 2025!  Optimum Nutrition is the world’s...
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New year, NOT new you: This year, we want to bring the best out in you, not reinvent you!
Welcome to the Hell & Back survival guide. If you are reading this then you are ready to join the brave few who have completed Ireland's tou
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Event Briefing for H&B Junior: Helloween 4KM (19/10/2024)
Join us for the spooktacular HELL & BACK Junior: Helloween 4KM on Sat 19th Oct in Killruddery with thrilling obstacles for kids aged 8-12!
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H&B Junior: Helloween Car Parking Plan (19/10/2024)
Car Parking Plan for H&B Junior: Helloween 4KM on Sat 19th Oct in Killruddery
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Event Briefing for H&B 8KM on Sat 21st Sept
Please read all the information below before Saturday and give yourselves plenty of time to get parked, sign in and register for H&B 8KM!
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H&B Car Parking Plan (21/09/2024)
Car Parking Plan for HELL & BACK in Killruddery on Sat 21st Sept 2024
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