Join the Beyond the Trail challenge on Friday, June 13th, and take part in an 18km, guided hike through The Wicklow Way to the festival. As a bonus, you’ll enjoy fast-track entry and arranged bag transport, so you can fully immerse yourself in the festival experience. Organised in partnership with Beyond the Pale.
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A massive congratulations and a heartfelt thanks to every hiker who took part in our very first Beyond the Trail hiking challenge! Your energy made the day a huge success, helping us raise vital funds to make a real difference in the lives of those experiencing homelessness.
You will be asked to be at the meeting point at Marlay Park at 9.30am and the walk will begin at 10.00am sharp.
Meeting at Marlay Park North Gate entrance car park at the Wicklow Way sign.
There is limited parking at Marlay Park so we would advise you take public transport to the meeting point or get a lift.
Distance is approx. 18Km
Walking Time approx. 5hrs at a moderate to slow pace
Ascent gradual over 600m.
Finish Point- Curtlestown Wood and then a short bus transfer from there to the festival will be provided
All participants must be 21 years or over to register for this event
We have a very strict capacity of 100 people on the walk so no unregistered participants will be allowed to take part with the Beyond the Trail group.
I am afraid we cannot allow dogs or any other pets at this event or at Beyond the Pale son please leave your furry friend at home
There will be an opportunity to exit the walk at the halfway point at Johnnie Fox’s, however, you will need to make your own way to the festival from there.
Moderate (The trail may have some uneven surface where the going is rough underfoot with some obstacles such as protruding roots, rocks, etc. The routes are appropriate for people with a moderate level of fitness and some walking experience. Specific outdoor walking footwear and clothing is recommended.)
We recommend dressing in layers and bringing a waterproof jacket and trousers, as Irish weather can be unpredictable. Sturdy walking boots with good grip are essential, along with a hat and gloves for warmth. A small, light bag including a reusable water bottle and small light snack are recommended.
Please notify one of the other participants if you injure yourself or get into distress to notify one of the trained Guides on the trek. They are trained in first aid and will respond to your needs and assess the situation. If needed they will call for emergency assistance.
Your festival belongings will be sent ahead of you by coach to the festival, so you don’t have to worry about carrying them along the route.
You will need to bring your festival belongings with you to the meeting pint at Marlay Park where it will be transported ahead of you to the festival. You will be given a ticket to collect your belongings
There will multiple opportunities to break if needed along the route. Dublin Simon Volunteers will be stationed at these stops with water and refreshments.
No, you will need to organise your own transport back form the festival. You can book a festival bus ticket here
Our guides monitor weather conditions closely. If it’s unsafe to hike, we will either reschedule, choose an alternative route, or, in the unlikely case of an extreme weather event, cancel the walk.
Depending on your pace, the hike should take approximately 5hr so you will arrive at 3pm at the festival site. The first act begins at 4pm on Friday 13th June.
Your bags will be waiting for you when you arrive at the festival.
You will get fast track entry to the festival upon arrival and will be provided with a camping pass so you can camp in any of the designated camp sites. Please refer to Beyond the pale FAQ.
