Agricultural competitions attract top class breeders
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 showjumping competitions are always a big attraction, with a wide range of classes from beginners upwards on offer. They can be entered on the day.
Last year Slaney Foods came on board with the Hereford Breed Society and sponsored the Hereford section, which was an outstanding success. A huge number of Herefords are expected again this year.
Other breeds of cattle, of course, are in competition, and full details of all the categories are included in the show schedule.
The sheep section also always attracts a large entry, and a wide variety of breeds are in competition. The Texel society are running a huge competition this year sponsored by Grovite.
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. Activity begins on the field from 10.30a.m. with most of the showing classes beginning then. The showjumping will start earlier.
Watch out too for the Pony Games which always offer exciting competition.
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.
The committee is most grateful to the landowners for hosting the show, and to all who turn up on the day to lend a hand. More volunteers are always welcome.