Countdown is on to show in Limerick
IT IS JUST over a week to go to the 67th Cappamore Show which takes place in Ballyvoreen in Limerick, once again, on Saturday, August 19.
Learning from previous years, the committee has worked on the field lay-out to improve patrons’ safety and enjoyment in viewing of competitions and competitors. And have a superb line-up for young and not so young.
In the free children’s entertainment in the heart of the field there will be face painting, pets' corner, farmyard animals, bouncy castles, Joe the Magician.
For the mums and dads there will be over 20 stands displaying goods for sale and / or information like celebrity chef Edward Hayden who will do a cookery demo in the food / craft marquee at 3pm.
A new initiative this year is The Green Village in conjunction with St Ailbe's Credit Union. This is an opportunity to showcase the Green Economy and wildlife and biodiversity champions, as well as opportunities in the sector.
Pauline Hynan's dancers will be displaying their talents from noon, along with music and dancing from Molly O’Connell, Shaun O’Dowd, John Hogan and Farmer Dan with the Barry Doyle Band.
Cappamore and cattle go hand in hand with over 70 classes on show with nine different breeds and commercials over six rings.
Special features are the Limousin Breeding Heifer Final; South Western Simmental Club Championships; Bonny Baby Calf of the Year; GVM All Ireland Beef Championship-€2000 prize fund; Aldi-ABP Irish Angus Calf Qualifiers; Angus Tréad na hÉireann; Continental Breeding Heifer. Generous prize money in all classes.
There will also be a Droimeann cattle, Irish Maols and Dexters on display.
There will be goat classes for the first time.
Turning to horses and pony showing and show jumping there will be over 20 showing classes for horses, mares and foals.
Pony classes catering for IPS members and non-members. Look out for a new Open Kerry Bog Pony class.
The pet dog show has grown out of all proportion with 16 classes available to cater for man’s best friend. Trophy for the champion of the show.
The best of fruit and vegetables and flowers will be judged. As will the adult cookery, craft and art and photography.
If that isn't enough there will be an archery display, Murroe Scouts demonstrations, Doon Men’s Shed, tug of war, sheepdog trials, blacksmith demonstration and lots more besides.
And not forgetting the bonny baby!
Cappamore Show committee would like to acknowledge the support of sponsors, funding from Limerick City and County Council and courses run by Ballyhoura Development
All details and entry forms are available on website: www.cappamoreshow.ie or email [email protected]
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And here's hoping for a fine day on Saturday, August 19 at Cappamore Show.