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Crowds Turn Out For County Louth Agricultural Show

Crowds in their thousands made their way to the state of the art Dundalk Stadium for the 120th County Louth Agricultural Show on Sunday 19th June. it was a show with not just a national but also an international feel as a group of Agric-Science students from Oklahoma flew into the country to experience the show and just like the thousands that attended did not leave disappointed. Luckily the threatened rain never materialised and instead those that attended were treated to a carnival atmosphere.

The standard of competition in the animal classes was second to none and drew entries from all over the country. Glamorous grannies and very stylish teenagers and ladies got to show off their style in the Best Dressed Competitions and judges who included personal stylist (MYA.IE) Caroline McElroy, Anthony Murphy Dundalk Democrat and Rose of Tralee Coordinator Brendan Galvin faced some very tough judging decisions such was the standard of style. Winners included Best Dressed Lady Marie O’Sullivan from Newtownbalregan, Glamorous Granny Mary Mcentaggart from Hackballscross and Best Dressed Teenager Ellie Connolly from Blackrock. The babies entered the Bonny Baby in their droves and thanks to the generosity of Paddy Clarke Photography every baby who entered was a winner as all babies received a gift on the day.

The Louth Expo On Your Doorstep marquee drew continuous visitors throughout the day where they were treated to an exhibition of all the business, groups and tourist attractions that make Louth the great county that it is and proved to be a great showcase for County Louth. Trade stands also were a big draw on the day which promoted everything from agricultural supplies to jewellery and tasty food treats. The Marshes Centre fashion show proved to be very popular with those with a love for glamour and great style tips were picked up on the day from a captive audience.

Great amusement was had in the Welly Throwing Competition with a welly off having to be called for as there were a dead heat between Alan McEntaggart and Maurice Townley. Maurice eventually won the welly off with a distance of 29m 30cm and proudly carried home the Golden Welly. A fit and energetic number of competitors took part in the Wife Carrying race and despite numerous falls and questionable carrying techniques the proud winners Joe and Trish O’Reilly carried home the wife carrying trophy.


Dundalk Stadium proved to be the perfect venue to showcase the best of produce, skills, crafts and traditions of the county and it will come as no surprise that many of those who attended the County Louth Agricultural Show on the day will look for an excuse to make a return journey to the stadium. The County Louth Agricultural Show ensured that everyone young and old went home not only exhausted but also very happy with their show day experience.

 
TimeTable of Events
  • 10:30am                          Judging Commences
  • 1:00pm                             Sheep Shearing (Oisin Sheelan) (Outer Field)
  • 1:00pm                             Blacksmith (Paul Clarke) (Outer Field)
  • 1:00pm                             Fowl Judging (Kennel Block)
  • 1:00 – 2:00pm                 Dundalk Brass Band (winners parade) (Novelty Arena)
  • 1:00 – 1:30pm                 Shane McKeever and Shannan Hughes (Line Dancing) (Stage)
  • 1:30 – 2:00pm                 Ciaran Lee(Stage)
  • 1:00 – 4:00pm                 Welly Throwing (Novelty Arena)
  • 1:00 – 5:00pm                 Carriage Driving Competition (Outer Horse Track)
  • 2:00 – 3:00pm                 Mr. Simon Coveney, Minister for Agriculture
  • 2:00 – 3:30pm                 Marshes Fashion Show (Marshes Marquee)
  • 2:20 – 3:30pm                 Scoil Rince Nì Chongaile) (Stage)
  • 2:30 – 3:00pm                 Grand Prix Kur Display (Sarah Mellor) (Novelty Arena)
  • 3:15 – 3:45pm                 Display of Carriage Driving (Novelty Arena)
  • 3:00 – 4:30pm                 Dog Show and Judging (Greyhound Infield)
  • 3:30 – 4:00pm                 Ceoil Cill Choirle (Stage)
  • 3:30pm                             Bonny Baby Competition
  • 4pm                                  Wife Carrying Competition (Novelty Arena)
  • 4:00 – 4:30pm                 Malachy Mc Ardle, Aidan Lennon and Kevin  Shields (Stage)
  • 4:00 – 4:15pm                 Best Dressed Lady  (Marshes Marquee)
  • 4:15 – 4:30pm                 Best Dressed Teenager (Marshes Marquee)
  • 4:30 – 4:45pm                 Best Dresses Gentleman (Marshes Marquee)
  • 4:45 – 5:00pm                 Most Glamorous Granny (Marshes Marquee)
  • 4:30 – 6:00pm                 Peter O Hare (Stage)
  • 4:30 – 6:00pm                 Cross Border Orchestra (Novelty Arena) Presentation of Prizes
  • 5:00 – 6:30pm                 Music (Marshes Marquee)
 
ONLY DAYS TO GO UNTIL COUNTYS BIGGEST SHOW

With only days to go The County Louth Agricultural Show at Dundalk Stadium on Sunday 19th June, last minute preparations are underway to ensure its bigger and better than ever.  The County Louth Agricultural Show which showcases the best of produce, skills, crafts and traditions of the county and always proves to be the perfect family day out. 

Yet again the County Louth Agricultural Show will provide free childrens admission and free childrens entertainment on the day to ensure that cost is not a hindrance for family fun with activities such as bungee runs, bouncy castles, bucking broncos and lots more.  The show will also feature the  Dundalk Brass Band, music and dance,  the Cross Border Orchestra, vintage tractors and cars, carriage driving displays, a blacksmith’s forge with Ferrier carrying out horse shoeing, sheep shearing in the traditional fashion and  bee keeping display. 

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Traffic Management for the County Louth Agricultural Show

Traffic Management for the County Louth Agricultural Show at Dundalk Stadium

By Road

Dundalk Stadium is strategically located just off the main M1/N1, 45 minutes from Dublin and 60 minutes from Belfast.

From the North

At the Dublin Road Roundabout in Newry, take the 3rd exit and continue onto the M1.

Approaching Dundalk, take the first left turn signposted for Dundalk N52.

At the roundabout take the 2nd exit, at the next roundabout take the 2nd exit for the N52.

The stadium is located on this road.



From the South

On the M1 take the last turn off for Dundalk sign posted N52. You will have passed signs for 'Dundalk South' and 'Dundalk Town Centre' prior to this.

At the roundabout take the 4th exit over the bridge.

At the next roundabout take the 3rd exit for the N52.

The stadium is located on this road.

GPS Co-ordinates:

54.020553, -6.381769‎

+54� 1' 13.99", -6� 22' 54.37"



Parking provisions on a first come first serve basis

Shuttle bus service from Marshes Shopping Centre commencing at 1pm on event day and shuttling to and from the Stadium at 30 minute intervals

Taxis/buses to use the secondary entrance/exit to Dundalk Stadium clearly marked on the N52

Garda will be present from 10am-6pm on the event day

 

 
Bonny Baby 2011

EVERY baby is bonny but in the eyes of their doting parents, some babies are bonnier than others! If you think your baby is the bonniest of them all then be sure to show off your little bundle of joy at the County Louth Agricultural Show at Dundalk Stadium, Racecourse Road, Dundalk on Sunday 19th June.

The ever popular Bonny Baby competitions are open for all babies, right up to the age of 3 year old.  Last year over 200 babies took part in the fun event as proud parents (and grannies) were keen to show off their bonny babies and this year will be no different.

altEntries for the Bonny Baby Competitions are taken on the day of the show and judges include award winning photographer Emma Clarke from Paddy Clarke Photography Dundalk and out to prove she’s no Louis Walsh in the judging stakes and doesn’t fall for tears and tantrums is Anne Campbell from the Argus Newspaper.  The overall winner in each age group will receive a gift voucher from Paddy Clarke Photography Dundalk.  Paddy Clarke Photography also has a little treat lined up for every baby that enters so no baby will go home empty handed.  As an added bonus there will be a free childrens entertainment with bouncy castles, slides and lots, lots more
 

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Try your hand at The Welly Throwing Competition at the County Louth Agricultural Show on Sunday 19th June! Throw your welly as far as you can down the course and not only could you win 1 night bed & breakfast at the Four Seaons Hotel Carlingford but you will also be presented with the Golden Welly!
 
Fancy entering the Wife Carrying Competition at the County Louth Agricultural Show? You must be over 18 and couples taking part must be male/female. You can be married, a couple, best friends it doesn’t matter. The course is ¼ mile long with various obstacles and 5 heats with a maximum of 10 couples in each heat. The winner of each heat will get into the final where they could win a break to the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Dublin. Entry fee per couple is €5 with all proceeds to going to charity. See you there!
 
Bonnie Babies: Winners of the 3 categories win vouchers for Paddy Clarke Photography Dundalk.