It’s all systems go for the Gorey Agricultural Show in Clonattin

All roads lead to Clonattin this Saturday for the 158th annual Gorey Agricultural Show.

A highlight of the summer calendar for young and old the Gorey Show isn’t just for the farming community, it’s a very family friendly day.

With horse shows, dog shows, a food tent, live music, competitions, arts and craft to name just a few there’s something for everyone.

Some of the entertainment includes amusements, face painters, and a stage with dancing, singing, and sketches overseen by Seamus Long. Over 50 trade stands will be on the field, selling everything from handbags to cordless drills.

There’s also plenty of food choices with an array of food stands. The indoor tent will feature competitions in a wide range of baking and home produce categories, as well as arts, crafts, photography, and children’s competitions.

For the animal lover there’s a dog show and Pet’s Corner has a new category this year - the most unusual pet.

While there is plenty for all the family the agricultural competitions are at the heart of every Gorey Show, and standards are excellent every year, as the local area is home to some of the country’s top breeders.

The show jumping competitions are always a big attraction, with a wide range of classes from beginners upwards on offer.

A huge number of Herefords are expected again this year in cattle section along with other breeds.

The sheep section also always attracts a large entry, and a wide variety of breeds are in competition while the horse showing classes include mares, foals, young horses, a veterans class for older horses, working hunters and carriage driving, as well as a qualifier for the RDS Breeders Championship which should attract a lot of interest.

Entry to the Gorey Show is €10 per adult, and children of school-going age go free. Parking is free, and there are ample spaces on site.