If you’re at end of your wick then here’s a solution… embrace the Hell of Christmas in Wicklow.
It’s in the Irish DNA, of course, to come at things from a different angle.
And so it is in our old haunting ground of Kilruddery House in Bray, Co. Wicklow, south of Dublin.
Where the estate is offering frazzled Christmas shoppers the Gift of Grit and Glory: Hell and Back.
Something bound to appeal to fans of I’m A Celebrity who fancy themselves the equal of any Bushtucker Trial.
Thrill seekers everywhere
This March, dare your family members to brave H&B Winter Warrior 2025.
Boasting frosty obstacles like Heartbreak Ridge, Valley of Pain and Satan’s Pit.
Participants can choose from a 21km Half Marathon, a 14km Double Lap or the 7km Social Lap.
But the fun doesn’t stop there.
Child’s Play
H&B Junior Forest Frenzy for 8-12s takes place on Saturday, May 17.
Which are, of course, ideal for sports clubs, scout groups and school friends.
Hell and back
HELL & BACK 2025 EVENTS
- 1st March 2025 – H&B Winter Warrior
7KM / 14KM / 21KM – Ages 16+ (Accompanied by an adult) - 17th May 2025 – H&B Junior Forest Frenzy
5KM – Exclusively for kids aged 8–12
(More Junior dates to be announced!) - 7th June 2025 – H&B Adult, Teen & Family Events
- Adult: 13KM / 8KM – Ages 16+
- Family: 8KM – Ages 10+ with an adult
- Teen: 8KM – Ages 12+