In pictures: Victorian velodrome

The velodrome at Carmarthen Park first opened on Easter Monday in 1900. Photo from the J.F. Lloyd collection at Carmarthenshire County Museum.

At the time it was described as 'one of the finest cycling tracks in the kingdom'. Photo from the J.F. Lloyd collection at Carmarthenshire County Museum.

Competitors would travel from around the UK to compete in races. Photo from the J.F. Lloyd collection at Carmarthenshire County Museum.

Race days would attract thousands of spectators. Photo supplied by Carmarthen Town Council.

As well as races the park would host stunt acts and shows including this visit by aerial cyclist Schreyer around 1905.

Motorcycle races were also held at the velodrome. Photo from the J.F. Lloyd collection at Carmarthenshire County Museum.

Today the velodrome is home to the Towy Riders - a club for young cyclists.

It is hoped once the renovations are completed the track will attract national championships.

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