Online entries for Tullamore Show closing this week

The closing date for online entries for the Tullamore Show and FBD National Livestock Show is this Friday, July 5, for entries.

The largest one-day event of its kind, it is on Sunday August 11 next.

There will be keen competition for a massive prize fund of €175,000, and a range of highly sought-after gold and silver medals, rosettes and cups to be won on the day.

There are more than 1000 classes on offer across a variety of sections including Dairy Cattle, Pedigree Cattle, Commercial Cattle, Sheep, Pigs, Equine Events, Fashion, Dogs, Horticulture and Farm Produce, Cookery and Food, Craft and Needlework, Art and Photography, National Inventions Competitions and Poultry.

Last year’s addition, The Sustainability Livestock Village, was successful and it is back, with more interaction from the farming fraternity and groups such as FBD, Teagasc, Dept of Agriculture Food and Marine, Bord Bia in attendance. Live talks will take place throughout the day.

The popular entertainment sector of the show is ever growing and now includes a Country Music Jamboree, with a full line-up including Olivia Douglas and many more music acts.

Also featured will be a children’s play area, cookery demonstrations including Adrian Martin, and Ashling Larkin of Odlums will be there.

There are also free competitions from Best Dressed Lady to Bonny Baby, Little Miss Offaly to Glamorous Granny.

A trade area of 700 shops, displays and exhibits will cover all needs and interests for the farming enthusiast, the animal lover and the fashion follower.

But tickets now at a discounted rate on tullamoreshow.com.

Check social media for updates and key features of the Tullamore Show and FBD National Livestock.