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24 Mar 2026

Entries open for Tipperary lifeboat group's fundraising cycle around Lough Derg

Lough Derg RNLI's Lap of the Lake Charity Cycle will take place on Saturday, May 16

Entries open for Tipperary lifeboat group's fundraising cycle around Lough Derg

A poster advertising the Lough Derg Charity Cycle

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24 Mar 2026 4:10 PM

Lough Derg RNLI are inviting cyclists to take part in its Lap of the Lake fundraising cycle on Saturday, May 16. 
The event is being organised following the success of previous Lap of the Lake charity cycles that attracted hundreds of cyclists. 
 
The event will include a 120km route or a shorter 65km one.
 
The longer route will take participants on a full circuit of Lough Derg, giving them the chance to cycle through three counties, Tipperary, Clare and Galway.

The shorter route will take cyclists just beyond Killaloe to a turnaround point at Killaloe Sailing Club. The scenery along the way is unparalleled, providing cyclists with the opportunity to appreciate the magnificence of the lake and River Shannon. One big climb up Portroe hill presents a brief challenge, but it is short and quickly followed by a welcome downhill on the other side.
 
On return to the lifeboat station at Lough Derg Yacht Club in Dromineer, cyclists, visitors and volunteers can relax and enjoy food and beverages.
 
Riders' safety and well-being is a priority, with first aid providers, out-riders, marshals, and bike maintenance stops along the route, as well as comfort and refreshments stations.
 
Details on how to register for this year’s Lap the Lake are available at the cycle’s Eventbrite page Tickets are €65 for the 120km route and €50 for the 65km route and will include a goody bag.
 
Laura Clarke, chair of the Lough Derg RNLI Fundraising Branch, said they were thrilled with the success of the previous Lap of the Lake cycles.
"A huge amount of work goes on behind the scenes into organising this event and we look forward to welcoming back cyclists from previous years as well as look forward to meeting new participants this year."
 
‘As a search and rescue organisation reliant on the support of the public to continue its lifesaving work, fundraising events such as Lap the Lake, enables the charity to provide our volunteer crew here at Lough Derg RNLI with the best kit, skills and training to power our lifesaving work.’
 
Christine O’Malley, Lough Derg RNLI Lifeboat Operations Manager said the funds raised through this cycle will go towards ensuring we can continue to save lives on Lough Derg now and in the future.  
 
Details on how to register to take part in the Lap the Lake on Saturday 16 May are available on the fundraiser’s Eventbrite page here https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/rnli-lough-derg-charity-cycle-2026-tickets-1978833190341?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

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