Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle is taking place today



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Approximately 7,000 cyclists participate in the 35th annual Ring of Kerry charity cycle, which organizers say is the largest single fundraising cycle in the country.

The event raised more than 13 million

This year, the number of charities that will benefit from the cycle has been increased to 15, including Pieta House, the Irish Kidney Association and Enable Ireland.

including the Kerry Hospice Foundation, Bru Columbanus, the Buy a Bus campaign for the Kerry Parents and Friends Association and St Mary of the Angels in Beaufort, County Kerry.

The 175-kilometer road drives cyclists through Killorglin, Cahersiveen, Waterville, Catherdaniel, Sneem, Kenmare and Moll's Gap, before returning to Killarney

The former Taoiseach Enda Kenny – a regular participant – participates again.

Also participates in the ancient rugby legend of Munster and Ireland, Mick Galwey.

Anthony Cronin travels the 175 kilometers of his old bike Penny Farthing. It raises funds for the Ian O Connell Trust.

Last August, Ian, 17, from Killarney, was seriously injured in the neck and spine while he was involved in an accident in Killarney

. He is currently receiving treatment at the National Rehabilitation Hospital.

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