FUN FOR ALL THE FAMILY
THERE’S fun for all the family this Saturday, June 17, as the 158th Gorey Agricultural Show takes place at Clonattin, Gorey. The Gorey Show isn’t just for the farming community, it’s for everyone! It’s got horse shows, dog shows, a food tent, live music, competitions, arts and craft and much more. The hardworking committee of volunteers have put together another busy programme to keep everyone entertained for the day, and they have a few surprises lined up.
Elsewhere on the field, there are amusements, face painters, and a stage with dancing, singing, sketches overseen by Seamus Long and RDS Side Saddle classes. Over 50 trade stands will be on the field, selling everything from handbags to cordless drills. Those interested in entering a trade stand can contact Morgan O’Connor on 087 9194876. There’s also plenty of nourishment with an array of food stands, and a bar, so you won’t need to leave the site at all. 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. Make sure to call in to be impressed by local talent. One of the favourites of the show is the Dog Show, which starts at 2pm. Entry is on the day.
Pets Corner has a new category this year, for most unusual pet. You can enter on the day. Rare breeds will also be on the field, Kia Ora Farm will be there with their contingent of animals.
Don’t forget to watch out for the vintage parade, the blacksmith’s forge, try the mini-digger challenge, and pay a visit to the Gorey Library stand where a children’s reading circle will be on offer. Tours of the adjoining historic Clonattin graveyard will be offered by John Nangle of the North Wexford Historical Society. Wright Insurance Brokers continue to be the main sponsor of Gorey Agricultura Show, and they are also anchoring the trade stand marquee where they will run all sorts of competitions and games, so make sure to drop by. The Gorey Show committee is very grateful to all its sponsors for their invaluable support.
“It’s got horse shows, dog shows, a food tent, live music, competitions, arts and craft and much more.