On January 13th, 2023, the Art O’Neill (AON) will once again escape from Dublin Castle. We’re excited to announce this year we’re introducing an additional event – The AON Pursuit, a shorter event alongside the Challenge event. In the escape of 1592 the Castle wardens gave chase, but gave up due to poor weather. The AON Pursuit recreates this element of the historical escape.

Both events will start from Dublin Castle and follow the same route through Dublin to Kippure Estate. The Pursuit will finish at Kippure Estate and the Challenge continues over open mountain via Art’s Cross to its finish at Glenmalure. Places for both events are decided by lottery, with unsuccessful entries to the Challenge given the option to enter the Pursuit. Both events are fully supported, with Dublin & Wicklow Mountain Rescue Team at hand should help be needed.