The Kerryman (South Kerry Edition)
Pop up to the ploughing
A CHARITY community event that’ll turn back the clock yet look to the future is set for Fossa, Killarney on Sunday, September 11.
The third annual South Kerry Ploughing Championships and Harvest Show has been scheduled for Fleming’s Farm, Grenagh, Fossa, and organisers are planning an action packed, entertainment-filled family day out to generate funds for worthy local causes.
The event – fast developing into one of the social highlights of the year – has already helped to generate in excess of €60,000 for local organisations and this year’s beneficiaries will be the Kerry branch of the Irish Kidney Association, Down Syndrome Kerry, the Irish Pilgrimage Trust and the Kerry-Cork Health Link Bus.
It is organised by the Killarney Valley Classic and Vintage Club and the big day will feature over 200 trade stands, traditional and modern method ploughing demonstrations, sheep dog trials, sheep shearing competitions, harvesting demos, machinery showcases and traditional farm practice exhibitions – that’s just for starters.
There will be two fashion shows with impressive prizes on offer for the most stylish lady and the best dressed man, while an array of gifts will await the winner of the bonny baby contest.
Two fun zones with rollercoasters and the hugely popular ‘Maze in the Maize’ return and this year will include an all-breed dog show, baking competitions, a model farm show and live bands. Several food zones will be on site and there will be vintage and classic vehicle displays, stationary engines and competitions for fabulous prizes such as a wonderful vintage Ford Anglia and five-star weekend breaks. A major traffic management plan will be enforced with 60-acres of land set aside for free parking. Gates open at 11am. Admission is €10 for adults and €5 students/OAPs while under 14s are free.