
This Saturday 19th October, thousands of Junior Hellraisers will be taking on the HELL & BACK Junior: Helloween 4KM course and, as we gear up for the big day with an expected 800 cars, it's essential to plan your transportation wisely by reading our comprehensive Car Parking Plan.
CAR PARKING PLAN
For this event, we're thrilled to be using for the first time The Barracks, a brand new area in the heart of Killruddery Estate where the Event Village (for food, drink, first aid, toilets etc) and the Start / Finish Lines will be located. And, to ensure a smooth and organised experience for everybody, all parking will be in the IDA Business Park on Southern Cross Road (at the SuperValu Roundabout) from 08:30.
Click here for a Google Map link to the IDA Business Park. Please follow the directional signs on your approach to the IDA Business Park, have patience (it will be busy!) and obey the instructions of our car parking attendants who will guide you to an available space.
Note: Because you will be exiting onto a Roundabout, you will get away from the site much quicker than if you were parked in Killruddery.
NO PARKING IN KILLRUDDERY
This means there will be strictly no parking in Killruddery as there is no access to the Estate from Killruddery House & Gardens or the Alive Outside Adventure Centre. (If you do accidentally drive into Killruddery, you will see the "No H&B Parking" signs and be instructed to drive back out and park in the IDA Business Park with everyone else attending the event.)
WARNING - THIS IS NOT A SPECTATOR-FRIENDLY EVENT!
Please be aware that this event involves significant walking. As shown on the map below, the Car Park is located a considerable distance from the Start/Finish line. You will need to:
Walk 5-10 minutes to the Registration Tent.
Walk an additional 5-10 minutes uphill to the Start Line.
After finishing, it will take 10-20 minutes to walk back to your car.
Considering the time of year, weather and potential underfoot conditions, this long uphill walk along uneven farm paths may not be suitable for child buggies, stroller or for those who are uncomfortable walking long distances. Please take this into account when planning for Saturday.
CAR POOLING
In the spirit of eco-friendliness and maximising space, please carpool wherever possible. Sharing a ride with your childrens' friends not only reduces traffic congestion but also minimises our carbon footprint.
PARKING FEES
If you have already pre-paid for your parking, bring your QR Code with you on the day and, for speed of access, have it available for the parking attendant to scan.
If you haven't yet pre-purchased your car parking ticket, you can do so by clicking here and paying €4.50 per car. Alternatively, you can also pay €5 at the gate. Note that cash is much better for speed and efficiency so, if you need to pay on the day, please arrange a trip to your local ATM in advance and bring a fiver with you!
NB: AIM TO ARRIVE AT LEAST 45-60 MINS BEFORE YOUR ALLOCATED START TIME!
Arrive at least 45-60 minutes before your allocated start time to give yourselves plenty of time to get parked, sign in & collect your child's wristband.
Looking forward to seeing you and your child on Saturday!
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