The Half Marathon is a unique opportunity to run, walk or jog in the spectacular and scenic surroundings of Inis Mór and to soak up the atmosphere, ceol and culture that the island has to offer.

For more than 20 years, the Aer Arann Islands Half Marathon has supported worthy causes. We are honoured to work with the Marathon Committee to raise the funds to enable us to transform and improve patient care in The Mater Hospital, which provides expert, specialist treatment to hundreds of thousands of sick people and their families from all across Ireland each and every year.

Funds raised from this year's Aer Arann Island's Half Marathon will go to support a vital, life-saving project to secure twelve mechanical ventilators for the Mater Public Hospital's new Intensive Care Unit. These vital machines are a lifeline for critically ill patients who are fighting for their last breath.

They literally save lives.

The crucial funds you raise through the Aer Arann Half Marathon will allow our doctors and nurses to provide the very best care to critically ill patients when they need it most.