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Stormont Cross Country

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Dundonald, Scotland, United Kingdom

calendar_today 14 Feb, 2026

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sell £3.00 – £8.00

About the Event

Compete on the historic and picturesque grounds of Northern Ireland's Parliament at the Stormont Cross Country event in Belfast on February 14, 2026. Organized by the NICS Athletics Club, this classic cross-country meet is part of the Athletics NI League, offering races for all ages: junior U13/U15/U17 events, a combined women's and men's 60+ race, and the premier men's open/veteran race. Feel the vibrant, competitive atmosphere as clubs and schools from across the region gather to test their winter fitness on the challenging, multi-terrain loops of the iconic Stormont Estate.

Experience the seamless organization of a well-established event with online-only registration, efficient bib collection, and prizes presented at the finish line to celebrate individual and team achievements. The scenic course, with its iconic backdrop of Parliament Buildings, provides a true test of strength and speed, with distances ranging from 2K for juniors to 4.4 miles for senior men. The event fosters a strong sense of community, featuring dedicated team competitions for clubs and schools and internal championships for the host club's members. Secure your online entry to be part of a beloved fixture in the Northern Irish athletics calendar, where tradition, competition, and stunning scenery collide.

Races Offered

2km

Feb 14, 2026

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Distance — 2K

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Type — Running

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11:00

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£3.00

3km

Feb 14, 2026

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Distance — 3K

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11:20

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£3.00

3.3 mile

Feb 14, 2026

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Distance — 5.3K

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Type — Running

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11:40

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£8.00

4.4 mile

Feb 14, 2026

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Distance — 7.1K

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Type — Running

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12:30

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£8.00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for February in Dundonald.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 3.7° / 8.4°

wb_sunny -1.1° / 3.6°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 18.4 /

water_drop 83.1%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 3.7° / 8.4°

wb_sunny -1.1° / 3.6°

air 18.4 km/h

water_drop 83.1%

About Dundonald

Learn more about the host city, Dundonald.

Dundonald is a town in the traditional County Down, east of Belfast, Northern Ireland. It lies east of Belfast and is a suburb of the city. It is home to Moat Park, the Ulster Hospital, and Dundonald International Ice Bowl.