Murphy Cup
The historic bells of Mt St Alphonsus in Limerick echoed with magnificent precision on Saturday, 23rd May 2026, as seven elite tower teams gathered for the annual Murphy Cup. Competing for the ultimate prize in Irish change ringing, the bands were judged on the flawless striking and rhythm of their methods.
After a highly competitive afternoon in the belfry, the team from St Malachy, Royal Hillsborough delivered the standout performance of the day to take home the Murphy Cup!
The Final Ringing Order:
🏆 Champions: St Malachy, Royal Hillsborough
2nd Place: St Patrick’s Cathedral, Dublin
3rd Place: St Nicholas, Carrickfergus
4th Place: St Fin Barre’s Cathedral, Cork
5th Place: Christ Church, Taney
6th Place: St Mary’s, Dunmanway
7th Place: St Mary’s Cathedral, Limerick
District Practices
- Northern District – St Macartin’s Cathedral, Enniskillen – Saturday 6th June 2026 – 14.00 – 16.30
- Eastern District – St. Audoen’s, Dublin – Saturday 13th June 2026 – 14.00 – 16.00