Breakthrough Cancer Research invites you to support us by climbing one of Ireland’s Highest Peaks – Croagh Patrick aka ‘The Reek’ on Saturday, May 17th, 2025.
Croagh Patrick is the fourth highest mountain in Connacht. Overlooking Clew Bay in County Mayo, Ireland, it stands at 764 meters (2,507 feet) tall and has a distinctive pyramid-shaped peak.
With professionally trained guides to support you both before and during the climb, you will be well looked after when you climb with us. You’ll receive all the information you need, including what to bring, how to get there, and what to wear, ensuring you make the most of this incredible experience. Croagh Patrick is a must-do for many, and this is your chance to check it off your list!
Starting Time: 11am
Starting Point: Croagh Patrick Visitors Centre
Duration: 5 hours
Please note: Ensure you are properly equipped. You may not be allowed to participate if not adequately prepared.
What is Included?
– Expert Guidance: Pre-climb support and advice.
– Experienced Guides: On the day, ensuring a safe and memorable adventure.
– Fundraising Made Easy: Quick setup for your personal fundraising page.
How to Get Involved:
– Registration Fee: €50
– Fundraising Target: Commit to raising a minimum of €200 to support vital cancer research.
Spaces are limited for this hike – we can bring 30 people with us!
Why Fundraise?
- We focus our research on poor prognosis cancers as they are difficult to diagnose and hard to treat so advances and breakthroughs are urgently needed.
- You will be funding life-saving and life-changing cancer research right here in Ireland.
- Every cent you raise when you climb Croagh Patrick for charity will contribute directly to supporting our mission: Making More Survivors of cancer through research.
- You will have the opportunity to take tangible action and make a real difference, showing how coming together can help create a better future for everyone.
Click here to register!
What to bring on the hike
- Weather conditions in the mountains of Ireland can and do change extremely rapidly and conditions on the tops and the higher you climb will be very different to that in the valleys.
- Kerry Climbing has highlighted the following items which are regarded as essential for high-level Summer hill walking in Ireland and it is vital that participants be fully prepared for and have the necessary gear to deal with the varied and at times severe conditions experienced in the wild Irish mountain environment.
View summer gear list
What to expect on the hike
Stunning views of Croagh Patrick
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