The Seeley Cup is one of the longest running 10K races in Northern Ireland having been going since 1982. It commemorates an outstanding local athlete, Joe Seeley of Willowfield Harriers who passed away at a young age.

The annual 10k race attracts a top-class field every year. The race follows a relatively flat route along the Ormeau Embankment and winds through Ormeau Park.

Entries are capped at 1000 and will close once this is reached.

The race will take place on Saturday 29th November 2025 in Ormeau Park.

Race Details

• Date: Saturday 29th November

• Start Time: 2.30pm

• Venue: Ormeau Park, Belfast

• View the race route map here

Entry Fees

£22 for affiliated members and £24 for non-affiliated members. Entrants must be aged 15 up.

Pack Collection

• Pre Race - Thursday 27th November 1pm-8pm in the Les Jones Room, Athletics NI Offices, Mary Peters Track.

• Race Day - Saturday 29 th November at the Ozone from 12pm to 2pm. Inside the building and up the stairs to the left.

• All club entries will be grouped together - If you are a member of a club, one member must be designated to collect and will be given all their club’s race numbers. This individual must sign in to state they have their clubs’ numbers. This person will then be responsible for getting the numbers to their club mates.

• We strongly advice that all local Greater Belfast Area Clubs avail of the pre-race day pack collection to help avoid large queues on race day.

• Note: we do understand that sending one person may not be possible but if you can arrange it, we do appreciate it as it will allow for a smoother Pack Collection.

Refunds and Name Changes

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer refunds and entries cannot be deferred. The deadline for name changes will be Friday 7th November - no name changes will be allowed after this date.

Waiting List

Due to the speed that the race sold out last year, we will run a waiting list. To be added to this list, please send your name, DOB, club (if applicable), email, Contact number, gender and ICE name and number to WTHSeeley@gmail.com

If you entered and can subsequently no longer run and you are looking to transfer your entry please also contact us at the above email.

**If you are on the waiting list and have been contacted about a space becoming available, please reply within 48 hours or we will offer the place to the next person on the list.

Race Day Info

Car Parking

Parking will be available at Ormeau Park – please follow the marshals’ instructions. You can also park in the surrounding streets but please be mindful of residents. Please CAR SHARE or use PUBLIC TRANSPORT were possible if you’re participating. Please DO NOT park in the Asian Supermarket Car Park.

Pacers/Marshals

There will be pacers for the following 40, 45, 50 and 55 minutes and tail runners. Listen to the run briefing which will be 5 minutes prior to the start. Please listen to the instructions of the marshals.

Use of Headphones

Under UK Athletics rule 240 S5, the wearing of headphones is not permitted in races on single carriageway roads not wholly closed to traffic. The rule applies to in-ear or over-the-ear headphones (with the exception of those medically prescribed).  Only bone conducting headphones are permitted.

Water and First Aid

A water station will be located at the finish line. First aid will be provided. If any entrant needs medical assistance, please seek the help from one of the race marshals immediately.

Toilets / Changing Facilities

Toilets, changing and shower facilities are available in the Ozone Complex.  There are also Portable toilets in the Ozone Car park.

Course Route

The race starts on the Ormeau Embankment (near the Asian Supermarket) and will follow a looped course through Ormeau Park (see route map). The finish line will be within the park. The course is well marked but please be mindful of other park and road users. Please note that the Ormeau Embankment is only closed for 45 minutes to allow for the race to start. It will then open on 1 side so please be mindful and stay within the marked route. Ormeau Park will be open to the public throughout.

View the race route map here.

Prizes

• Prizes will be awarded to the first 3 Males and Females on race day at 3.45pm at the finish line.

• Team Prizes are awarded to the Top 3 teams Male (6 to score) and Female (3 to score)

• Age group prizes – 1st and 2nd prizes for O35,40,45,50,55,60

• Team Prizes and Age Group Prizes will be posted out after race day

Results will be posted on Pop Up Races and shared on the Club Facebook after the race.

For more information, please contact Willowfield Harriers via email - WTHSeeley@gmail.com