The first cycle race for a challenge cup was run in Dungarvan in September 1869. It was organised by the Dungarvan Ramblers Cycle Club and the race was won by Richard Edward Brenan, the Postmaster in Dungarvan. He was presented with a cup which is now on display in Waterford County Museum.
The
Dungarvan Cycling Club recreated the race last Friday night at Shandon. The museum was delighted to bring the
original cup to be presented to the winner of the race. Thanks to museum staff member Paulus who
brought the precious cup to the Shandon race.
The
original cup is now safely back in its display case as part of the museum
exhibition on the Brenan family. This
exhibition is a permanent display so why not visit the museum to learn more
about cycling in Dungarvan and the printing and photography work of the Brenan
family.