Pictured at the launch of the Peatlands Tour 2021 were left to right, Johnny Cuskelly, Mairead & baby Ruben Scally, representing the Molesworth Bride Playground, Claire O’Neill, Eileen Cuskelly, Kevin Carey, representing Carey’s Bus hire, Tommy Farrell, Alan O’Reilly, and Erin Whittle.

Less than two weeks to go for Daingean's 2021 Peatlands Tour

Deirdre Verney

Published: Sat 31 Jul 2021, 12:03 PM

There are less than two weeks to go for this year's Peatlands Tour organised by the Grand Canal Wheelers in Daingean.

Starting on Saturday, August 14 from Daingean Town Hall, the popular leisure cycling event offers two routes, a 40km and 80km both taking in the scenery around the Midlands and Offaly.

The event which is typically held annually in May was cancelled in 2020 and postponed this year due to Covid-19.

Now, the club is delighted to be hosting the event again under strict Covid-19 guidelines.

Over the past five years the Peatlands Tour has raised over €15,000 for local charities and attracts cyclists from around the country.

This year’s event’s main benefactor is the community run Molesworth Bridge Playground in Daingean, with key sponsors including Carey’s Bus Hire, Midland Veterinary and Tullamore Credit Union.

Entry is €20 for cycling Ireland members and €30 for non-members with all welcome to participate. Due to Covid 19 – all bookings must be made online prior to the event.

Please visit the Grand Canal Wheelers Facebook page to register and for more information. You can also register here: https://eventmaster.ie/event/yKA1IP0SVy

Please be aware of some traffic congestion around the Daingean area on the morning of the event.