Cross country and relay events

Cross country and relay events for Belfast primary schools
Cross country championships
Relay event
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Cross country and relay events for Belfast primary schools

As part of our work to promote sport and healthy lifestyles, we run two dedicated running events for Belfast primary schools.
Cross country championships

The annual Belfast Schools Cross Country Championships was last held in March and April 2025.

This event for P6 and P7 pupils is held at parks across Belfast, with the finals held at Mallusk Playing Fields, prizes are awarded for the winning individual girls and boys, as well as teams.

For a full list of winners, email [email protected].
Relay event

This annual event last took place on 15 October 2024.

Pupils from schools across Belfast participated in the relay race, at Victoria Park, with prizes awarded for the winning teams in both the boys and girls’ races.

For a full list of winners, email [email protected].
Register for future events

For more information or to register your school for these events, email [email protected].

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Cross country and relay events for Belfast primary schools

Cross country championships

Relay event

Register for future events

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