Skerries 100Road Races.
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History of the Skerries 100
The Skerries 100 is one of Ireland's best-known motorcycle road racing events. Motorcycle racing around Skerries dates back to the Leinster road races, held between 1930 and 1935 on a 13-mile circuit around Skerries and the surrounding countryside.
Following the Second World War, plans to revive Dublin's Phoenix Park road race could not proceed, so attention turned once again to Skerries. The inaugural Skerries 100 took place on Saturday, 6 July 1946. Competitors completed 14 laps of a demanding 7.1-mile course that passed through the streets of the town. Belfast rider Harry Turner, racing a 348cc Norton, won the first handicap event.
As motorcycles became faster and safety requirements evolved, the circuit changed several times. The original course remained in use until 1963. The present 2.92-mile Milverton circuit was introduced in 1971, and racing changed from clockwise to anti-clockwise in 1979.
The Dublin and District Motor Cycle Club organised the event until 1986. In 1987, the locally based Loughshinny Motorcycle Supporters Club took responsibility for the meeting and has preserved its place at the heart of Irish road racing.
Famous riders and records
Many legendary riders have competed at Skerries, including Joey Dunlop, Robert Dunlop, Michael Dunlop, Phillip McCallen, Ryan Farquhar, Guy Martin and local favourite Martin Finnegan. Joey Dunlop achieved an extraordinary 17 victories at the meeting. Michael Dunlop holds the outright circuit lap record at an average speed of 110.373 mph.
More than a motorcycle race, the Skerries 100 is part of the town's identity. Race week traditionally brings visitors, competitors, teams and volunteers together, creating a festival atmosphere throughout Skerries.
Previous Skerries 100 results
Choose a year to browse the complete race classifications here on Visit Skerries. The local archive includes riders, classes, laps, times and finishing status.
2026 Skerries 100
The 2026 meeting marked the return of the Skerries 100 after a four-year gap. One race was completed before the remainder of the programme was abandoned following a fatal incident during Race 2.
| Open Superbike | Rider |
|---|---|
| 1st | Michael Dunlop |
| 2nd | Michael Sweeney |
| 3rd | Brian McCormack |
The remainder of the 2026 programme did not take place.
Full results archive: 2004–2026
Watching the Skerries 100
Motor sport can be dangerous. Visitors must follow instructions from officials and marshals, remain within designated viewing areas and respect local homes, farms and private property. Race dates, road closures, admission and spectator arrangements can change, so always confirm details with the organising club before travelling.