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A MEMBER OF THE IRISH SHOWS ASSOCIATIONAFFILIATED TO THE SHOW JUMPING ASSOCIATION OF IRELAND.

AFFILIATED TO THE IRISH PONY SOCIETY

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1. All exhibits must be bona-fide property ofthe Exhibitor. In the case of the Farm andGarden produce exhibits, they must begrown by the Exhibitor, and in the case oflive stock, must be bona-fide property ofthe Exhibitor since 1st May 2012.

2. The judges decision as to merit shall befinal and objections on other points mustbe lodged with the Secretary, in writing, ondate of show and must be accompanied bya fee of €10. All objections will be decidedby the committee and the fee returnedunless the objection is consideredfrivolous.

3. Where age is a qualification, the committeemay in any case direct an examination bythe V.S. The committee shall hear anysubmissions by the exhibitor and shall thendecide the matter and the decision shall befinal.

4. The term ‘committee’ in these rules meansthe group consisting of a Chairman,Secretary, one Treasurer, one ViceChairman and P.R.O., or any four of them.

5. The judges are empowered to with-holdprizes in any class where there is notsufficient competition or merit, andfurthermore not to award a Second Prizeunless there are three or more exhibits, andnot to award a Third Prize unless there arefive or more exhibits in any class.

6. All cups and perpetual trophies won byexhibitors at 2011 show must be returnedto the Secretary, 3 weeks prior to the 2012show. Each recipient must sign a formaccepting responsibility for cups ortrophies before same are presented at 2012show.

7. The winners of a first prize in a class willnot be eligible to compete in another classunless it is classed ‘Special Class’.

7a. An animal which is the winner of two firstprizes will not be eligible to compete in

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RULES OF THE SHOWanother class unless it is a Qualifier.

8. The Show Yard opens at 9.30 a.m.Livestock and exhibits must be presentedby 11.00 a.m. Exhibits for produce must bepresented by 12 noon. Exhibits must not beremoved from Show Yard before 4.00 p.m.Judging commences at times stated inschedule.

9. Entries in all classes close on June 26th2012. The declaration on the entry formmust be signed by the exhibitor and mustbe accompanied by the correct entry form,otherwise entry will not be accepted.

10. The committee will not be responsible forloss or accident of any kind which mayoccur to exhibitors, exhitits, visitors,spectators or otherwise.

11. The committee requests exhibitors to sendin their entries as clearly as possible.

12. Should any matter arise not provided for inthe purview of these rules and regulations,the same shall be referred to the ExecutiveCommittee, whose decision shall be final,from which there shall be no appeal andentries are only accepted on theseconditions.

13. All foals must be haltered and led in theShow Grounds and during classes.

14. In order to finance current and futuredevelopment, the National Executive of theIrish Shows Association have placed a‘Championship Fund’ levy of 5c in €1 onall prize winners in the Horse sections.This fund will be deducted from the prizemoney to be paid out in this sections.

15. All animals must be shown at owners riskand in that regard owners are advised toensure that they have adequate insurancecover.

16. Exhibitors of the Home Produce Sectionare not allowed in the Shed/Hall whileJudging is in progress.

N.B. Closing Date: TUESDAY, June 26th, 2012 for all Entries.


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PATRONS His Grace Very Rev. Dr. Neary Archbishop of TuamHis Grace Very Rev. Dr. Cassidy.

PRESIDENT Canon Tony King P.P., Athenry.VICE PRESIDENTS Mary Monaghan, Jim Keane, Eamonn Madden, John Morrissey,

Peter Healy, PJ Greaney, Tommy Roche, Willie Doherty, John Gardiner, Miceal Higgins

CHAIRPERSON Tommy WhelanVICE CHAIRPERSONS Ciaran O’Keeffe, Patrick Higgins, John Burke.TREASURERS Brid HigginsASST TREASURERS Martin Ryan, Paddy Lyons, Ann Conroy.SHOW SECRETARY Mary O’Keeffe.ASST SHOW SECRETARY Claire SomersS.J. SECRETARIES Ann Conroy,Bernie Conneely, Willie Hoyne. Michelle Healy.P.R.O.’S Clodagh Hickey, Michael Murphy, Mary Doherty.COMMITTEE MEMBERS Eamonn Brody, Kathleen Brody, Sinéad Brady, Des Hickey,

Andrew Wood, David Devane, Miceal Higgins, Bridie Brady,Pat Holland, Tony Kilcommons, John Willie Costello, Breda Byrnes, Brenda Doherty, Roger Leggett, Sadie Casserley,Brendan Casserley, Catherine O’Keeffe, Michael Brady, Eddie Madden, Peggy Farrell, Aoife Burke, Laura Heavey,Katie Heavey, Sharon Gavin, Ita Sheridan, Brenda Sheridan,Margaret Lane, Niall Murphy, Mary Murphy,Richard Ryan,Cian Murphy, Alison Murphy, Festy Conroy, Joe Cooley,Andrew Smith,Miriam Somers, Barbara Fallon, Robbie Fallon,Ann-Marie Finn, Anna Reilly, Aidan Murphy, Derek Caulfield,Eileen Lyons, Joan McDermot Ward, Gerry Somers, Mary JoCurran, Tom Fahy, Declan Callanan, Ian Rooney, Conor Connelly, Anthony Maloney.

CHIEF SAFETY OFFICER Patrick HigginsSAFETY OFFICERS Martin Ryan, Jim Keane, Kieran Somers, Paddy Conneely,

Michael Doherty, John Burke, Con Keane.

The Show Committee in presenting this schedule for show 2012 wishes to express their sincereappreciation to all the sponsors, supporters and exhibitors of the Athenry Show in the past numberof years. We hope that this schedule will satisfy your expectations once again.The success of the show depends on the number of exhibits on the day and we invite you toparticipate in the various classes. Whether you are a member of an organisation, student, onlookeror just an avid exhibitor at our Show we extend a warm Cead Mile Fáilte to one and all. We hopeyou will make an effort to see the new additions to the show schedule this year 2012 they shouldbe interesting!!

All cups and perpetual trophies won by exhibitors at 2011 show must be returned to the Secretary,3 weeks prior to the 2012 show. Each recipient must sign a form accepting responsibility for cupsor trophies before they are presented at 2012 show.

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Athenry Agricultural Show

JUMPING SCHEDULESunday 1st July 2012

Mart & adjoining Teagasc Grounds, Athenry, Co Galway

Arena 1 - Horses – 9.00am Sharp

Event Prize Money Entry Fee1. 80cm €150 €152. 90cm €150 €153. 1.00m €150 €154. 1.10m €150 €155. Dingo Amateur League

Championship Prizes in kind €15

Arena 2 - Ponies - 9.00am Sharp

Event Prize Money Entry Fee6. Newcomers €100 €127. Qualifier 128/70 cm U8 €100 National Discovery League €128. Qualifier 128/80 cm U10 €100 National Pony League €129. 138/90 cm €100 €12

10. 138/90 cm €100 National Novice Pony League €1211. 138/1 m €100 €1212. 148/90 cm €100 €1213. 148/1 m €100 €1214. 148/1.10 m €100 €12

Course Builder: David Moore, Brendan Duffy

Safety Officer: Niall Duffy – Show Jumping Safety Officer

Enquiries: Mary O’Keeffe, Ballygurrane, Athenry, Co Galway 091 845090 / 087 2785819, 086 8591845Email: [email protected]


REGISTERED CONNEMARA PONIESNote: Name, Reg. No., Stud book No. Etc. must be stated clearly on entry form.Prize Fund €80 except Class 8 and 10 Entry fee €10 in all classes exceptQualifiers.Note:There will be an extra charge of €5 on late entries after theclosing date in classes 1-84B

Class 1 Gelding 3 year old and over. Class 2 Connemara yearling, filly.Class 3 Yearling Colt or gelding.Class 4 Connemara two-year-old filly.Class 5 Qualifier

The Irish Shows Association & Ballinasloe show society present the Connemara Two & Three Year old Filly & Mare of the future All Ireland championship Sponsored by: Ballinasloe Registered Connemara Pony Owners SyndicatePrize Fund €1,000Rules and Conditions1. The championship is confined to Connemara two and three year old filly mare of

the future.2. The progeny of registered sire and registered Connemara dam . 3. Registered filly must be CPBS class 1.4. Exhibitors in both the qualifier and final must have the CPBS passport ready for

inspection prior to entry to the judging ring. Failure to comply with the rule will lead to immediate disqualification

5. Two ponies in each qualifying class may be selected to compete in the final provided the judges and the ISA agree the standard is high enough.

6. One of the judges at the final must be from the CPBS judges list7. Ponies qualified for the final are not eligible to enter any other class at the

Ballinasloe show8. These rules should be read in conjunction with the ISA rules.Entry Fee to qualifying Show €10 To Final €20Prize money 1st €400, 2nd €250, 3rd €150, 4th €100, 5th €50,6th €50Final Ballinasloe Show Saturday 6th October 2012

Class 6 Connemara two year old colt or geldingClass 7 Connemara mare three year old Class 8 Connemara three year old colt or gelding

Junior Champion pony of the show in classes 1-8,Show entry €10 and €50 sponsorship of the junior championships with the ‘Lissroe perpetual Trophy’, sponsored by Jim Mullaney,Clydaoh ,Moycullen.

Class 9 Connemara 4-6 yearoldstallion ,For the Joe Fallon Perpetual Memorial Cup kindly sponsored by Robbie and Barbara Fallon,OfCashelbay Connemara Pony StudPrize money €270,1st €200, 2nd €50, 3rd €20

Class 10 Connemara mare from 4-6 year old with or without foal at footClass 11 Connemara mare from 7-11 years old with or without foal at foot

Prize Money €270 1st €200,2nd €50,3rd €20Class 12 Registered Connemara Mare 11-15 year old with or without foal at footClass 13 Connemara mare 16 and over with or without foal at footClass 14 Connemara mare (any age) with foal at foot to be judged as a unit

Note: Winners from Classes 10-13 inclusive qualify for The All IrelandClass 15 Qualifier

Midlands Connemara Brood Mare Championship


RING 1 (10.00 a.m.)

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(Rule 5 of the Show rules apply to all classes from 1 - 226)



Midland Connemara Pony Breeders PresentThe Connolly’s Red Mills & Midland Connemara Pony Breeders All Ireland Connemara Brood Mare ChampionshipSponsored by: Connolly’s Red Mills, Goresbridge, Co.KilkennyPrize Fund: €2,000 & Lady de Vesci Memorial Cup.Rules and Conditions:1. The Championship is confined to Registered Connemara Pony Mares four years

old and upwards with foal at foot only. 2. In designated qualifying shows mares placed first in each class four years old and

upwards with foal at foot will qualify for the championship final.3. All mare and foal classes including the 60/40 classes at designated qualifying

shows are deemed qualifiers.4. In qualifying shows where a 3 to 4 year old class is combined and is won by a

three-year-old pony then the pony placed second in the class can be the qualifying pony provided she is four years old with foal at foot. No pony placed below second to her is deemed to be the qualifying pony.

5. Where a pony is placed first at a show and has already qualified at another show then the pony placed second or third to her is deemed to be the qualifying pony.

6. If a class for mares with or without foal at foot is won by a dry mare then the highest placed pony to her qualifies provided she has a foal at foot and is placed second or third.

7. Where the first two ponies in a qualifying class have already qualified at another show then the third placed pony, provided she has a foal at foot will qualify.

8. Each pony selected at qualifying shows will receive a special Red mills finalist Rosette and thereafter are eligible to compete in the Midlands Connemara Pony Breeders Show at Mullingar Equestrian Centre on Sunday July 22nd 2012.

9. Mares passport must be produced at the qualifying show and the final10. Entry to All Ireland Brood Mare championship Final is free provided that either

the mare or foal is entered in another class on the day of the championship.If this is not so there will be an entry fee of 20 for the Championship Final.

Winner €700,2nd €400,3rd €250,€4th €150,5th €100,6th €100,7th-10th €75Final: Midland Connemara Pony Breeders show, Mullingar Equestrian Centre, Mullingar, Co.WestmeathSunday 22nd July 2012

Class 16 Connemara pony filly foal.Class 17 Connemara pony colt foal.Class 18 Registered Connemara stallion 7 years and over

OVERALL CHAMPION CONNEMARA PONY OF THE SHOW IN CLASSES 9-18Junior champion pony also eligible for overall champion pony of the show

RING TWO - 11.00AM

HORSE SECTIONNOTE: Passports and/or R.I.D. Registration Certificates must be available for inspection.Prize Fund €80 Entry Fee €10 in all classes exceptqualifiers

Class 19 Yearling Colt or Gelding registered in I.H.R Class 20 Qualifier

The Irish Shows Association & Ennis Show Society Present: The Pat and Eileen Fitzgerald Yearling Colt/Gelding All Ireland Championship Sponsored by: Jim Fitzgerald, Knockgriffin farm, Lexington, Kentucky. Prize fund €1,500


Rules and Conditions.1. Entries are confined to Horses registered in the I.H.R. with the breed codes

ISH, RID or ID with the dam documented on the passport and must be sired by a stallion that is classified as Approved, Supplementary Approved or Preliminary Approved in the Irish sport Horse studbook or a stallion that is classified as Class 1 in the Irish Horse Studbook. The class is also open to the progeny of Weatherby’s Thoroughbred Stallions that are not classified as not approved 1 (NA1) or not approved 2 (NA2) in the IHR.

2. Two yearlings from selected shows may qualify for the final, if the judges and the ISA agree the standard is high enough.

3. Exhibitors to both the qualifier and the final must have the yearling’s passport ready for inspection prior to entry to the judging ring. Failure to comply with this rule will lead to immediate disqualification

4. Animals qualified for Final are not eligible to enter any other class at the Ennis Show.

5. Those rules should be read in conjunction with the general I.S.A. rules.Entry Fee: To qualifying Show: €10 To Final: €20.Prizes: Champion €500, 2nd €250; 3rd €175; 4th €150; 5th €100; 6th €75,7th to end €50.A prize will be presented for Combination of Best Turned Out Horse and Most Suitably Dressed Handler.Final: ENNIS SHOW– Sunday 29th July 2012

Class 21 Yearling filly registered in I.H.R.Class 22 Two year old colt or gelding registered in I.H.RClass 23 Two year old filly registered in I.H.R.Class 24 Qualifier

The Irish Shows Association & Kildysart Show Society Present The Kildysart Two Year Old Filly All Ireland Championship Sponsored by: ClareOil Co.Ltd.ABBEY Contractors Ltd and Kildysart Show, part of the Horse Sport Irl National Showing Championship SeriesPrize Fund: €3,000Rules and Conditions.1. Entries are confined to Filliesregistered in the I.H.R. with the breed code ISH,

RID or ID. Fillies must be sired by a stallion that is classified as Approved, Supplementary Approved or Preliminary approved in the Irish sport Horse studbook or a stallion that is classified as class 1/RID in the Irish Draught Horse Studbook. The class is also open to Weatherby’s thoroughbred Stallions that are not classified in the IHR.Fillies must have both sire and dam recorded on their passport

2. Two Fillies may qualify if the Judges and the ISA agree the standard is high enough.

3. Exhibitors to both the qualifier and the final must have the filly’spassport or ID cert ready for inspection prior to entry to the judging ring. Failure to comply with this rule will lead to immediate disqualification.

4. Animals qualified for Final are not eligible to enter any other class at the Kildysart Show.

5. Those rules should be read in conjunction with the general I.S.A. rules.Entry Fee to qualifying Show: €10; To Final: €20.Prizes: 1st €600, 2nd €400; 3rd €250; 4th €200; 5th €150; 6th 150,7th to end horse Sport Ireland will provide a premium of €100A prize will be presented for combination of Best Turned Out animal and Most Suitably Dressed Handler.Final: KILDYSART SHOW - Sunday 4th August 2012




Class 25 Three year old colt or gelding registered in IHRClass 26 Three year old filly registered in IHRClass 27 Qualifier

The Irish Show Association & Bantry Show Society Present: The Conoco Phillips IrelandThree Year Old Filly All Ireland Championship Sponsored by:Conoco Phillips Ireland/Bantry Show SocietyPrize Fund: €3,000 Rules & Conditions1. Entries are confined to three-year-old fillies registered in the I.H.R. with the breed

code ISH or ID with the dam documented on the passport and must be sired by a stallion that is classified as Approved, Supplementary Approved or Preliminary approved in the Irish sport Horse studbook or a stallion that is classified as class 1/RID in the Irish Draught Horse Studbook. The class is also open to the progeny of Weatherby’s Thoroughbred Stallions that are not classified in the IHR.

2. Identification passports for animals seeking qualification must be produced at the qualifying show and at final

3. Fillies qualified for Final are not eligible to enter any other class at Bantry Show. 4. Two fillies may qualify provided the Judges and the ISA agree the standard is

high enough.5. Fillies qualified for Final are not eligible to enter any other class at Bantry Show 6. Those rules should be read in conjunction with the Irish Shows Association RulesEntry fee to Qualifier €10 To Final €20Prizes: Champion €1,000 and sash, 2nd €600 3rd €350, 4th €250, 5th €150, All other competitors who attend €100A Prize will be presented for Combination of Best Turned out horse and Most Suitably Dressed Handler.Please note Bantry show provides B&B for exhibitors and stabling for horses as a complementary gesture Enquiries to office mid-August 2012 Tel 027-52117Final: Bantry Show– Sunday 2nd September 2012CHAMPION YOUNG HORSE OF ATHENRY SHOW OPEN TO ALL FIRST PRIZEWINNERS IN CLASSES 19-27 INCL, EXCEPT QUALIFIERSPerpetual Cup, Sash & Rosette. Cup to be retained by Athenry Agricultural Show

Class 28 Brood Mare likely to produce a high-class hunter with foal at foot.Class 29 Qualifier

The Irish Shows Association & Ennis Show Society Present The county Clare Agricultural society Brood Mare ChampionshipPrize Fund €2,000 Sponsored by FBD, part of the Horse Sport Ireland National showing championship seriesRules and Conditions1. Entries are confined to mares who must have a foal at foot registered in the I.H.R.

with the breed code ISH or ID with the dam documented on the passport and must be sired by a stallion that is classified as Approved, Supplementary Approved or Preliminary approved in the Irish sport Horse studbook or a stallion that is classified as class 1/RID in the Irish Draught Horse Studbook. The class is also open to the progeny of Weatherby’s Thoroughbred Stallions that are not classified in the IHR.

2. Allmares must have a foal atfoot by a recommended for breeding (Approved) stallion or preliminary recommended for breeding. Stallion or class 1 /RID Irish Draught stallion or by a stallion that is registered in Weatherby’s non thoroughbred register

3. Themare’s passport will be inspected before judging commences at both the


qualifiers and final. Exhibitors failing to produce a passport will be debarred from competing.

4. All foals must be lead at the qualifiers and the final5. Animals qualified for the final are not eligible to enter any other class at County

Clare show other then qualifying classes for other finals.6. Two mares to qualify at each show provided the judges and the ISA agree the

standard is high enough7. Those rules should be read in conjunction with the Irish Shows Association Rules

and the county Clare society rulesEntry Fee to qualifier €10 To Final €20Prizes Champion €600,2nd €300,3rd €200,4th €150,5th €100,6th to end Horse Sport IRL will provide premiums of €50.Additional prizes Champion Colt foal €100, Reserve €50, Champion filly foal €100, Reserve €50 A prize will be presented for a combination of best turned out mare and foal and most suitably dressed handler.Final: County Clare Show, Ennis Sunday 29th July 2012

Class 30 Colt Foal registered in I.H.R.Class 31 Qualifier

The Irish Shows Association and Ballinasloe Agricultural show society present: The Gain Colt Foal All Ireland Championship. Sponsored by Gain Feeds Prize Fund €2,500Rules and Conditions1. Entries are confined foals registered in the I.H.R. with thebreed code ISH or ID

with the dam documented on the passport and must be sired by a stallion that is classified as Approved, Supplementary Approved or Preliminary approved in the Irish sport Horse studbook or a stallion that is classified as class 1/RID in the IrishDraught Horse Studbook. The class is also open to the progeny of Weatherby’s Thoroughbred Stallions that are not classified in the IHR.Horses must have both sire and dam recorded on their passport

2. Thedam’s passport must be shown at qualifying shows and at the final if the foal’s passport is not at hand.

3. One foal from selected shows may qualify for the final provided the judges and the ISA agree the standard is high enough.

4. All foals must be lead at the qualifiers and the final.5. Exhibitors at the qualifier must present the dam’spassport for inspection prior to

entry to the judging ring and at the final if the foal’s passport is not to hand. Failure to comply with this rule will lead to immediate disqualification.

6. Foals qualified for the final are not eligible to enter any other class at the show7. Those rules should be read in conjunction with the Irish Shows AssociationEntry Fee to qualifying Show €10 To Final €20Champion €600, 2nd €450, 3rd €300, 4th €200, 5th €150, 6th €100, 7th -10th €50Vouchers will be presented to all other exhibitors who do not receive money.Final Ballinasloe Show Saturday 29th September 2012

Class 32 Filly foal registered in IHR Gerry O’Neill Perpetual Challenge CupClass 33 Qualifier

The Irish Shows Association & Mountbellew Show Society Present: TheTraditional Irish Sport Horse Foal All Ireland Championship Sponsored by: Malt House Bar and Restaurant,Mountbellew, Briggs Fashions, Mountbellew,Ganly’s Mountbellew, Arrabawn Mountbellew.Prize Fund €2,000Rules and Conditions1. Entries are confined to foals registered in the I.H.R. with abreed code ISH,RID or

ID with the dam documented on the passport and must be sired by a stallion that is




classified as Approved, Supplementary Approved or Preliminary approved in the Irish sport Horse studbook or a stallion that is classified as class 1/RID in the IrishDraught Horse Studbook. The class is also open to the progeny of Weatherby’s Thoroughbred Stallions that are not classified in the IHR. Foals must have both sire and dam recorded on their passport.

2. Their dams must also be by stallions as above and registered with the I.H.R.3. All exhibitors musthave their dams passport plus stallion owners covering cert (or

foals passport) ready for inspection at the qualifying show and final.4. A maximum of two foals (one colt/one filly) may be selected at any qualifying

show provided that the judges and the ISA agree the standard is high enough.5. Foals qualified for the final are not eligible to enter any other class at

Mountbellew Show.6. These rules should be read in conjunction with the Irish Shows Association Rules.Entry Fee to qualify €10 To Final €20Colt 1st €400, 2nd €250, 3rd €150,4th €100, 5th-8th €50Filly 1st €400,2nd €250, 3rd €150, 4th €100, 5th-8th €50Colt and Fillies will be judged separately at finalSir henry Grattan Bellew Salver will be presented to the overall champion foal. A replica of the salver will be given to the winner; runner up foal will receive a cup. Final: Mountbellew Show Saturday 8th September 2012

Class 34 Brood mare likely to produce a high-class hunter without foal at footHerbert TaylorPerpetual Challenge Cup

Class 35 Cob, mare or gelding to be shown in hand (14.3h.h. to 15.1h.h.) Class 36 Ridden Small Hunter 148cms – 158cms - Rider 16 years and over.Class 37 Cob to be shown under saddle. Rider any age.Class 38 Ridden Hunter Medium weight exceeding 158cms – Rider 16 years and over.Class 39 Ridden Hunter, Mare or Gelding heavy weight.Class 40 Qualifier

Ardrahan Agricultural Show Society,Present The All Ireland Ridden Hunter Championship,Sponsored by:Rules and Conditions1. Entries are confined to Mares and Geldings, four years and over to be shown

under saddle, Lightweight, Medium weight and Heavy weight.2. All entries must be 160cms or over3. The judges may ride all horses in all places on either or both reins4. The judges will assess the confirmation and movement of each horse in-hand5. Exhibitors must have their passports ready for inspection prior to entry to the

judging ring on the day of final.6. Entry to the championship will be Direct Entry to Ardrahan Show

Secretary, David Devane, 2 The Lodge, Castletaylor, Ardrahan, Co. Galway. Phone 086-0879726 from whom application forms will be availableClosing Date for entries Tuesday 26th June 2012

7. These rules should be read in conjunction with the ISA Rules.Entry Fee €20Champion €500 & Perpetual Cup presented by David DevaneReserve Champion €300, 3rd €250, 4th €200, 5th €150, 6th €100Best Owner Ridden €200Best Four Year Old €200A prize will be presented for combination of Best turned out Horse and RiderChampionship: Ardrahan Show –Sunday 8th July 2012The Patricia O’Callaghan and Ita Sheridan Trophyshall be presented to the Best ridden hunter from Classes 37, 39 & 40.



Ring Three – 10.00amIRISH DRAUGHTHORSE SECTION

NOTE: Passports and/or R.I.D. Registration Certificates must be available for inspection. Prize Fund €80, Entry fee €10 in all classes except Qualifiers

Class 41 R.I.D. Yearling FillyClass 42 Qualifier

The Irish Shows Association & Roscommon Show Society Present: The Roscommon Irish draught yearling Filly Championship, part of the Horse Sport Ireland National showing championship series, Sponsored by Hannons Hotel RoscommonPrize Fund €1,500 Entry fee to qualifying show €10 To Final €20Rules & Conditions1. Entries are confined to Yearling Fillies registered in the Irish Horse Register with

the breed codes RID or ID,Fillies must be sired by a stallion that is classified as Class 1 (ID C1).Fillies must have both sire and dam recorded on their passport.

2. Each entry must have her ID passport available for checking by the ISA representative, both at the qualifying Show and at the final to confirm that she is eligible to compete.

3. One animal in each qualifying class from may be selected to compete in the final if the judges and the I.S.A. agree the standard is high enough.

4 One of the judges at the qualifying show must be from the I.D.H.S. list..5. Exhibitors to both the qualifier and the final musthave the Fillies I.D. cert ready

for inspection prior to entry to the judging ring; failure to comply with this rule will lead to immediate disqualification.

6. Animals qualified for Final are not eligible to enter any other class at the Show.7. Those rules should be read in conjunction with the general I.S.A. rulesPrizes 1st champion €500, 2nd €300, 3rd €200, 4th €150, 5th €125, 6th €100,7th to end Horse Sport Ireland will provide premiums of €50, A prize will be presented for a combination of best turned out animal and most suitably dressed handler.Final Roscommon Show Saturday 18th August 2012

Class 43 R.I.D.Yearling Colt or Gelding – O’Beirne Perpetual Challenge CupClass 44 Two year Old filly Draught RIDClass 45 Two year old Colt or Gelding RIDClass 46 R.I.D. Colt Foal from R.I.D. or A.I.D. Mare.Class 47 Qualifier

The Irish Shows Association and Ballinasloe Show Present: The Irish Draught Colt Foal Championship.Sponsored by: Garbally Oil BallinasloePrize Fund: €1,000.Rules & Conditions1. Entries are confined to Irish Draught Colt Foals,the progeny of a class 1

(RID) Irish Draught Mare and by Class 1 (RID) Irish Draught Stallion.2. Dams passports must be produced at qualifying shows and at the final.

Foals passports must be produced at the final3. Foals must be led at all times.4. One foal from selected show may qualify for the final if the judges and the I.S.A.

agree the standard is high enough.5. One of the judges at the qualifying show must be from the I.D.H.S. list.6. Foals qualified for Final are not eligible to enter any other class at the Show.7. Those rules should be read in conjunction with the general I.S.A. rules.

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Entry fee: To qualifying Show €10 To Final €20Prizes: 1st €500 & Trophy, 2nd €200, 3rd €100, 4th €100, 5th €50, 6th €50.

A prize will be presented for Combination of Best Turned out Animal and Most Suitably Dressed Handler.Final: BALLINASLOE Show – Saturday 29th September 2012

Class 48 Filly Foal from RID or AID Mare.Class 49 R.I.D. or Appendix mare, 3 year old and over with or without foal at foot - Johnny

Duffy Perpetual Challenge CupClass 50 Qualifier

Oughterard Show -Western Region Irish Draught Foal Championship 2012Prize Fund: €1,150Rules & Conditions1. This Championship is confined to Irish Draught Foals, the progeny of a

registered Irish Draught mare and a registered Irish Draught Stallion.2. The competition is open to either colt or filly foals.3. Dams passports must be produced at qualifying shows and at the final.Foals

passports and stallion owners covering certs must be produced at final.4. Foals must be led at all times5. One qualifier per show or two qualifiers at the judge’s discretion.6. On completion of judging, stewards must inform the successful competitor to

visit the secretary’s office at the qualifying show within one hour and complete the necessary arrangements for entry to the final.

7. It is the responsibility of the exhibitor to make surehis/her foal is entered for the final.

8. Show secretaries must forward completed result cards, together with appropriate fee to the Oughterard show secretary within 5 days of holding the qualifying class.

9. Winners of qualifiers are themselves responsible for entering their qualifier (or exhibit) for the final, within one hour after the time of qualifying.

10. The Oughetard Show in consultation with the sponsor reserve the right to amend the rules as may be necessary.

Entry fee €20 All competitors who attend final and are not in the top six will receive €40. A prize will be given to the best turned out foal and most suitable dressed handler.Final: Oughterard- Show Sunday 26th August 2012

Class 51 R.I.D. or A.I.D. mare without foal at foot-Michael Casey Perpetual Challenge CupClass 52 Qualifier

The Irish Shows Association & Leitrim Irish Draught Breeders Present: The Leitrim Irish Draught Breeders Championship.Sponsored by: Horse Sport Ireland & Leitrim Irish Draught Horse Breeders AssociationRules and conditions:1. Entries are confined to Mares registered in the IHR with the breed codes RID or

ID, Mares must be sired by a stallion that is in Class 1(ID C1) in the Irish Draught Horse Studbook, Mares must have both sire and dam recorded on their passport and have an Irish Draught Foal at foot, to be judged as a unit. Only foals by approved stallions qualify.

2. One Mare and Foal may qualify from each show. 3. Passports must be produced at qualifying show and at Final.4. Name of Sire of Foal must be given at Qualifying Show and at Final.5. Foals must be led at all times.6. One of the Judges at the Qualifying Show must be from the I.D.H Judges list. 7. Animals qualified for Final are not eligible to enter any other class at Mohill Show


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CLOSING DATE FOR ENTRIES: TUESDAY, JUNE 26th, 2012

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other than qualifying classes for other Finals.8. These rules should be read in conjunction with the general I.S.A. rules.Entry fee: To qualifying show €10. To final €20Prizes 1st €500 and The Central Motors Perpetual Trophy, presented by Mr Patsy Walpole: 2nd €300, 3rd €260, 4th €200 5th €150, 6th €100, 7th and upwards will receive €80 on appearance at final.A prize will be presented for Combination of Best Turned out Animal and most Suitably Dressed Handler.Final: MOHILL Show – Sunday 19th August 2012Champion Draught Horse of the Show– Sash {Confined to Classes 41 -51 excluding Qualifiers}

RING THREE – 2.30PMCOLOURED STOCK SECTION

Prize Fund €80 Entry fee €10Class 53 Yearling Skewbald and PiebaldsClass 54 Two year old skewbald and PiebaldsClass 55 Three year old and upwards Piebalds and skewbaldsClass 56 Coloured PonyClass 57 Coloured Cob

Champion coloured Horse of Athenry Show - Sash

RING FOUR - 10.00AM

PONY SECTIONPrize Fund: €50; Entry fee: €10.PLEASE NOTE: In the interest of safety all ponies attending the show must be haltered and led at all times by competent handlers over 16 yrs old.

Lead ReinEntry fee €5 & Prizes in kind for classes 58 & 59.

Class 58 Open Show Hunter Lead Rein.Ponies 123cm and under, Rider under 8 years on 1stof January 2012.

Class 59 Family Pony Lead Rein. Pony mare or gelding not exceeding 138cms. Rider under 10 years on 1st of January 2012,1st& 2nd prize winners in class 59 not eligible to compete in this class.

Show Hunter PoniesClass 60 Open & Novice 133cms,Show Hunter Pony Class for ponies, mares or geldings, 4

year old and over exceeding 123cms and not exceeding 133cms. Rider under 14 years on 1st January 2012

Class 61 Open and Novice 143cm,Ponies, mares or geldings, 4 year old and over, exceeding 133 cms and not exceeding 143 cms. Rider under 17 years on 1st January 2012.

Class 62 Open and Novice 153cms,Ponies, mares or geldings, 4 years old and over exceeding 143 cms and not exceeding 153 cms. Rider under 20 years on 1st January 2012.Champion Show HUNTER Pony – Classes 61, 62 & 63 Damien Quinn Memorial Perpetual Challenge Cup and SashInternational Connemara Performance Qualifiers for Oughterard on Saturday 25th August, 2012.

Class 63 International Connemara Performance Qualifier Rider Under 16 on 1st January 2012.

Class 64 International Connemara Performance Qualifier Rider Over 16 on 1st January 2012.Class 65 Show Hunter 158cms Open and Novice Rider under 25 years on 1st January 2012.Class 66 Ridden Show Pony 128cms to 148cm to be ridden by child of the correct age on 1st




January 2012 for size of pony.Class 67 Shown In-hand Pony not exceeding 128cms, filly or gelding.Class 68 Shown In-hand Pony not exceeding 138cms. filly or gelding.Class 69 Shown In-hand Pony not exceeding 148cms. filly or gelding.

Champion Mini pony – classes 71,72& 59 ( in ring 5 after class 74) Monsignor Mooney Perpetual Challenge Cup.

RING FIVE 10.30am.WORKING HUNTER PONIES.

To be run under IPS rulesPrize Fund: €50; Entry fee: €10.Class 70 Open working hunter lead rein pony not exceeding 123cms. Rider under 8 years on

1st of January 2012.Class 71 Open Cradle stakes working hunter pony not exceeding 123cms. Rider under 11

years on 1st of January 2012.Class 72 Open starter stakes working hunter pony not exceeding 133cms. Rider under 12

years on 1st of January 2012.Class 73 Open & Novice 133cms working hunter pony, mare or gelding, 4 years old and

over. Rider under 14 years on 1st January 2012.Novice Ponies to jump first.Class 74 Open & Novice 143cms working hunter pony, mare or gelding, 4 years old and over

– exceeding 133cms but not exceeding 143cms. Rider under 17 years on 1st January 2012. Novice Ponies to jump first.

Class 75 Open & Novice 153cms working hunter pony, mare or gelding, 4 years old and over.Rider under 20 years on 1st January 2012. Novice Ponies to jump first.Champion Working hunter pony – classes 74-76 inclusiveInternational Connemara Performance Qualifiers for Oughterard on Saturday 25th August, 2012.

Class 76 International Connemara Performance Working Hunter Qualifier Rider Under 16 on 1st January 2012.

Class 77 International Connemara Performance Working Hunter Qualifier Rider Over 16 on 1st January 2012.

Class 78 Open & Novice 158cms working hunter pony, mare or gelding, 4 years old and over. Rider under 25 years on 1st January 2012. Novice Ponies to jump first.

Class 79 Powers Quarry International Performance 2012, Connemara Pony Championship with “Cannonball” Perpetual Challenge Cup, Presented by the late Mr Gerry O’Neill, Lisdoonvarna, Co Clare, Prize Fund €2,000Rules & Conditions1. Qualifying rounds will be held at designated shows.2. Only ponies 4 years old and over are eligible3. More than one pony in each qualifying class may be selected to compete in the

final provided the judges agree that the standard is high enough.4. Pony and / or Rider once qualified are not eligible to participate in subsequent

qualifiers. This rule may be waived by the Show Committee in exceptional circumstances e.g. sale of pony of injury of rider prior to final. Permission from the Oughterard Show Committee must be granted prior to any previously qualified pony or rider competing in subsequent qualifying rounds. Failure to do so will result in the entry not being accepted.

5. On completion of judging at Qualifiers the successful qualifier will be given all relevant entry documentation by the ring steward. This must be completed and returned, along with appropriate fee, to the secretary of the Oughterard Show within 7 days – this rule will be strictly adhered to.

6. The Connemara Passport of each pony must be presented prior to judging at the qualifying show and on the day of the Final


7. The rider must be 18 years on the 1st of January 2012. Birth Certificates must be produced for inspection at qualifying rounds and on the day of the final.

8. Registered Connemara Stallions must be ridden by rider over 14 years and under 18 years on 1st of January 2012.

9. Ponies must be registered in the Main Connemara Studbook.10. Jumping over plain rustic fences will be part of the qualifying rounds and final.

Qualifying rounds require 2 fences. The final requires 4 fences. Jumps should not exceed 90cms in height and 90cms in width. Entrants from shows who not adhere to this rule will not be accepted.

11. Ponies to be ridden in a Plain Snaffle, Pelham or Double Bridle. Boots are allowed for the jumping phase only, and must be removed prior to the in-hand or Flat Sections. Martingales and spurs are prohibited.

12. A performance judge must be used at qualifying shows.13. Ponies will be judged on type, Confirmation, Jumping Technique, way of going

and action in-hand.14. Random Dope testing may be carried out on the day of the final.15. Any objection must be lodged in writing with the show secretary within half an

hour following the completion of the competition, together with €50, which is refundable in the event of the objection being upheld.

16. The Oughterard Show committee in consultation with the sponsor, reserves the right to amend the rules as may be deemed necessary.

Entry fee to final: €25. Entry fee to Qualifying Show: €10.Final: Oughterard Show – 26th August 2012.

SHEEP SECTIONAll sheep must be penned in at 11.30am for judging at 12.00pm

(Rule 5 of the show rules apply)Sponsors of Sheep Classes, Chanelle Ltd. Loughrea, T.O.F.

Enterprise Ltd., Athenry, Sean Ward, Athenry. Charollais Classes sponsored byO’Connor Group Ltd.

Ram lambsClass 80 Charollais Ram LambClass 81 Galway Ram LambClass 82 Suffolk Ram LambClass 83 Texel Ram LambClass 84 Belclare Ram Lamb

Ewe LambsClass 85 Galway Ewe LambClass 86 Texel Ewe LambClass 87 Suffolk Ewe LambClass 88 Charollais Ewe lambClass 89 Belclare Ewe lamb

Ewes (Best Shearling Ewe or Older)Class 90 Galway EweClass 91 Texel EweClass 92 Suffolk EweClass 93 Charollais EweClass 94 Belclare Ewe

Best Shearling RamClass 95 Galway RamClass 96 Texel RamClass 97 Suffolk RamClass 98 Charollais Ram




Class 99 Belclare RamClass 100 Best pair of Ewes(Non Pedigree)Class 101 Best pair of Suffolk Ewe LambsClass 102 Best pair of Speckled Ewe Lambs Class 103 Best Factory LambClass 104 Best Butchers Lamb

Rare BreedsClass 105 Best Zwartbles Ram any ageClass 106 Best Zwartbles Ewe any ageClass 107 Best Breed Group from 3 Classes kindly sponsored by Andy’s Glass designClass 108 Best Sheep of any breed not mentioned in above classes/breeds

Entry Fee €5 in all classes 1st €20, 2nd €15, 3rd €10

POULTRY SECTION(Rule 5 of the Show rules apply)• Exhibits must be penned by 10.00am• Birds showing signs of disease or infestation of pests will be disqualified.• Closing date of entries 26th June 2012.NB: No late entries accepted• Its very important to have entries submitted by this date in order to secure a cage

on the day.• Judging will commence at 11.00am sharp (1.00pm Championship)• Judges decision final in all matters.• Prize money paid out after 4pm when exhibits can then be removed.• 1st €15 , 2nd €8, 3rd €6• Rosettes to all prize winners.• Trophy to Champion and Reserve• Entry fee €3 per birdBantams

Class 109 Bantam hard feather male or femaleClass 110 Bantam heavy soft feather maleClass 111 Bantam heavy soft feather femaleClass 112 Bantam light soft feather maleClass 113 Bantam light soft feather femaleClass 114 True Bantam male (Excluding Pekins)Class 115 True Bantam female(Excluding Pekins)Class 116 Pekin male or female – Any colour

Large FowlClass 117 Large fowl Sussex male – Any colourClass 118 Large fowl Sussex female – Any colourClass 119 Large fowl hard feather maleorfemaleClass 120 Large fowl heavy soft feather maleClass 121 Large fowl heavy soft feather femaleClass 122 Large fowl light soft feather female

Waterfowl - LargeClass 123 Best Goose or GanderClass 124 Indian Runner male or female– Any colourClass 125 Large Water fowl male – Excluding Indian RunnersClass 126 Large Water Fowl Female – Excluding Indian Runners

Bantam WaterfowlClass 127 Best Call Drake – Any colourClass 128 Best Call Duck – Any ColourClass 129 Any Other Bantam waterfowl – Duck or Drake


TurkeyClass 130 Best Turkey male or female

PheasantsClass 131 Best Mother and BroodClass 132 Most unusual bird male or female (can be cross breed)

SUPREME CHAMPION BIRD OF THE SHOW(Selected from all first prize winners)RESERVE CHAMPION OF THE SHOW

Class 133 QualifierThe Irish ShowsAssociation &Swinford Show Society present: The All Ireland Female Bantam Chicken Championship FinalPrize Fund: €355Rules & Conditions1. The competition is open to all breeds of True Bantam, Diminutive, Miniature or

dwarf fowl.2. Four birds from each qualifying show will be eligible to compete in the final3. Individual competitors may qualify no more than two birds for the final 4. Chickens qualifying for entry in may not be entered in any other classes at

Swinford Show5. The chickens must be ready for exhibition at the show grounds by 11am6. Final to be judged at 1pm7. These rules should be read in conjunction with the ISA Rules.Entry fee: To qualifying Show €3 Final €6Prizes: 1st €100 and Rosette, 2nd €60, 3rd €40, 4th €30, 5th €20, 6th-12th €15Products or vouchers may be substituted for cash prizesFinal: Swinford Saturday18th August 2012

Class 134 Qualifier for the Monivea Show All Ireland Champion and Reserve Championautomatically qualify for Monivea All Ireland Poultry Show, details will begiven on the day.Details from Niall Murphy 086 3411501/091 849566 strictly after 6pmPLEASE ENTER BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE TO SECURE YOUR CAGE.

CROPS AND VEGETABLESExhibits must be presented between10.00 – 12.00 noon.Judging commences at 1.00pm.(Rule 5 of the Show rules apply)The judges are empowered to with hold prizes in any class where there is not sufficient competition or merit and furthermore not to award a Second Prize unless there are three or more exhibits,and not to award a Third prize unless there are five or more exhibits in any class.Please note prize money will be paid out on day of show after 4.30 pmPRIZES IN ALL CLASSES: 1st €15, 2nd €10, 3rd €8, unless otherwise arranged. Entry Fee €3in all classes.

Class 135 Six Main Crop Potatoes,named in dishClass 136 Six Early Variety Potatoes named in dish

The Cussane Perpetual Challenge Cup will be awarded to the over all winner in the potato classes on a points basis – 3 for 1st place, 2 for 2nd place and 1 for 3rd place.

Class 137 Six scallions.Class 138 Head of spring York cabbageClass 139 Head of cabbage – round headClass 140 Two heads of lettuceClass 141 Three BeetrootClass 142 Best six onions grown from sets with green leavesClass 143 Collection of fresh garden herbs named




FRUIT(Rule 5 of the Show rules apply)PRIZE MONEY IN ALL CLASSES: 1st €15, 2nd €12, 3rd €10, unless otherwise arranged. Entry Fee €3 in all classes.

Class 144 Half dozen rhubarbClass 145 Dish of 10 blackcurrantsClass 146 Dish of 10 gooseberries

FLOWERS AND FLORAL ARRANGEMENTSPrizes money in classes 147 & 1481st €25, 2nd €20, 3rd €15. Unless otherwise arranged. Entry fee €5

Class 147 Hanging basket of flowersClass 148 Window box with full display

Prize money in classes 149 -1611st €15, 2nd €12, 3rd €10. Entry Fee €3 in all classes.

Class 149 A small arrangement in a disposable container, Class 150 Wild flower arrangement depicting the countryside.Class 151 Bunch of cut flowers, arrangements to be taken into accountClass 152 Five different outdoor garden flowersClass 153 Six spikes of sweet peaClass 154 Vase of roses with foliage – four different varieties.Class 155 The rose of the show – one specimen bloomClass 156 GeraniumClass 157 Any pot plant - flowering (other than Geranium)Class 158 Any pot plant – foliageClass 159 Begonia in PotClass 160 Floral arrangement of your choice - Peggy Hanley Perpetual Challenge CupClass 161 Flower arrangement for a Dining room Table

EGGS(Rule 5 of the Show rules apply)Prize Money: 1st €10, 2nd €8, 3rd €5 unless otherwise arranged. Entry Fee €3.

Class 162 6 fresh hen eggs (brown)Class 163 6 fresh duck eggs.

HOME BAKING(Rule 5 of the Show rules apply)Exhibits to be presented between 10am-12noon in the produce hall.Judging commences at 1pmPrize money in Classes 164 - 178:1st €15, 2nd €12, 3rd €10 unless otherwise arranged. Entry Fee €3.

Class 164 Home-made wholemeal cake.Class 165 Home-made soda cakeClass 166 Six home-made brown sconesClass 167 Six home-made plain sconesClass 168 Six home-made queen cakesClass 169 Six Muffins any flavourClass 170 Home-made madeira cakeClass 171 Home-made treacle bread with fruit Class 172 Tea Brack


Class 173 Vegetable cake,carrot cake etc..(no perishable icing)Class 174 Chocolate cakeClass 175 4 BiscuitsClass 176 4 Decorated Cupcakes(no perishable icing)Class 177 Decorated Occasion cake (no perishable icing)Class 178 Cake based on fruit e.g. Pear,Plum,AppleClass 179 Home-made rich fruit cake Entry Fee €5 1st €25, 2nd €20, 3rd €15Class 180 Christmas Plum Pudding (2lb size) Entry Fee €5 1st €25, 2nd €20, 3rd €15

JAMS(Rule 5 of the Show rules apply)Prize money: 1st €15, 2nd €12, 3rd €10 unless otherwise arranged Entry fee €3 except Qualifier.

Class 181 Pot of homemade strawberry jamClass 182 Pot of homemade blackcurrant jamClass 183 Pot of homemade raspberry jamClass 184 Pot of homemade marmaladeClass 185 Qualifier

The Irish Shows Association & Bonniconlon Show Society Present “The All Ireland Domestic Arts Championship”Sponsored by: Bonniconlon Show LtdRules and Conditions1. Each exhibit to consist of four items from the list below

* Harvest fruit loaf(2lb approx.), Dundee Cake or a Pot of jam (any type).* Any article in Knitting, Crochet or Embroidery, * Hand made picture any medium max 60cms x 45cms* Bouquet or tied bunch of fresh garden flowers or six Sweet Pea* Two types of vegetable (excluding potatoes]3 per type.

2. If an item from any article in knitting, crochet or embroidery category is chosen, hand or machine will suffice.Ifhand made picture category is chosen the picture must be handmade.i.e.Machine work will notsuffice

3. If Dundee Cake is chosen 8 inch round or 7 inch square tin to be used4. The exhibits must be made or grown by the exhibitor5. Exhibitors may qualify once only.6. This competition will be judged on a points system.7. Two exhibitors from each qualifyingshow. Exhibits to be in place before 11.30 on day of FinalEntry fee: To Qualifying Show €3 To Final €6Prize Fund: 1st€250; 2nd€200; 3rd €130; 4th€65; 5th to 25th€30 each.Final: Bonniconlon Show - Monday 6thAugust2012

HAND CRAFTS - ADULTS(Rule 5 of the Show rules apply)Prize money: 1st €15, 2nd €12, 3rd €10 Unless otherwise arranged, Entry fee in all classes €3

Class 186 Hand knitted cardigan or jumper in woolClass 187 Home-made garment (not knitted or crochetClass 188 Any article in cotton crochetClass 189 Any article in wool crochetClass 190 Hand knitted child’s garmentClass 191 Soft toy – knitted Class 192 Any article in patchwork




Class 193 CushionClass 194 Cane work - chair, basket, tray etc.Class 195 Decoupage.Class 196 Wood turningClass 197 Stained glass Class 198 Handmade greeting card max size 8”x 8”Class 199 Cotton Piece displaying cross stitch

HOME BAKING – JUNIOR(Rule 5 of the Show rules apply)Entrants must accompany their exhibits at the show. Prize money 1st €15, 2nd €12, 3rd €10 unless otherwise arranged. Entry fee €3.

Class 200 Six decorated queen cakes.(Child 5-7 years old)Class 201 Six decorated rice krispiesbuns(child 5-7 years 0ld)Class 202 Decorated sponge flan (base must be homemade)Class 203 Home-made apple tart.Class 204 4 MuffinsClass 205 4 Flapjacks(something healthy/oats,berriesetc)

HAND CRAFTS – JUNIOR(Rule 5 of the Show rules apply)Prize money: 1st €15, 2nd €12, 3rd €10 unless otherwise arranged. Entry fee €3

Class 206 Any item made from material of your choice(child 8-10)Class 207 Hand knitted scarf(Child 8-10)

ART(Rule 5 of the Show rules apply)Water colours, pastels, oils, acrylic, crayon, pencil etc.Judging will be based on artistic merit and originality. Exhibits must be presented for display between 10am-12-30pm. All framed pictures must be presented ready to hang. Judging will commence at 1pm.Entry Fee €5 in all classes except QualifierPRIZE MONEY: 1st €25, 2nd €20, 3rd €15, unless otherwise arranged

Class 208 Life drawing.Class 209 Still life.Class 210 LandscapeClass 211 Qualifier

The Irish Shows Association & Virginia Show Society Present:The Fleetwood Paints All Ireland Amateur Painting Competition kindly sponsored by Fleetwood Irelands Paints CompanyRules & Conditions1. Paintings must be sole work of the exhibitor who must have amateur status.2. Paintings to depict an Agricultural or Rural setting.3. Paintings must measure no more than 26” x 20” not including the frame.4. All paintings must be ready to hang, that is framed and with a hanging cord

attached.5. The Judges decision will be final6. All entries to be exhibited at owners risk7. All entries to have amateur status as defined by the following:

A. Not to have had a commercial solo exhibition


B. Not to have exhibited in a commercial galleryC. Not to be teaching or have taught art in any form

8. These rules should be read in conjunction with the Irish Shows Association Rules.Entry fee: To qualifying Show €3 To Final €6Prizes: 1st €300 2nd €200, 3rd €100, 4th €50.Final: Virginia Show – Wednesday 22nd September 2012

ART – JUNIOR(Rule 5 of the Show rules apply)Prize money: 1st€15, 2nd €12, 3rd €10 unless otherwise arranged, Entry fee €3.Child 5-7 years old

Class 212 “The Birthday Party”Class 213 “A Day on the Farm”

Child 8-10 years oldClass 214 “Draw/paint a scene from your favourite story”Class 215 “Paint of colage of your favourite ice cream”

Child 10-12 years Old Class 216 “Draw or paint an under water scene”Class 217 “Draw a Still Image”Class 218 A miniature garden done on a biscuit tin lidClass 219 “All creatures great and small” – an animal made from mainly fruit and or

vegetables.Teenagers 13-16years

Class 220 “Design an album cover for your favourite band”

PHOTOGRAPHY(Rule 5 of the Show rules apply)Photographs must not be larger than 10” x 8” and must NOT be framed or mounted. Photographs entered in previous years will automatically be disqualified and will not be judged.See Rule 5 of ShowPRIZE MONEY: 1st €25, 2nd €20,3rd €15 unless otherwise arranged.Entry Fee €5 in all classes.

Class 221 Scenic Views.Class 222 Humorous.Class 223 Rural scene.Class 224 Animal study.Class 225 Scene of AthenryClass 226 People

DOG SHOWEntries taken at the Dog Ring from 11.00am - €3 per entry except Qualifier.PRIZES: Trophies and rosettes to 1st, 2nd and 3rdPrizewinners.THE CHAMPION DOG OF THE SHOW - The Samantha Freaney P.C.Memorial TrophyJUDGING 1.00 pm SHARPALL DOGS MUST BE KEPT ON A LEASH AND KEPT UNDER CONTROL AT ALL TIMES.

Class 227 Gun dogs: Pointers, Retrievers, Labradors, Setters, Spaniels.Class 228 Jack Russell Terrier. Mrs. Eamonn Madden Perpetual Challenge TrophyClass 229 Terriers: Fox, Irish, West Highland, Yorkshire etcClass 230 Crossbred: Any/All cross breeds.




Class 231 Utility Breeds: Chow Chows, Dalmatians, Poodles, Shih Tzus etc. Class 232 Working dogs: Boxers, German Shepherds, Rottweilers, Collies, Doberman,

Pinschers, German Shepherds, Great Danes, St. Bernard’s, Corgis etc,Class 233 Sporting Breeds: Afghan Hounds, Basenjis, Basset Hounds, Beagles, Irish Wolf

Hounds, Dachshunds etc.Class 234 Toy Group: Cavalier, King Charles, Chihuahua’s, Pekinese, Pomeranians, Yorkshire

Terriers etc.Class 235 Pastoral Group:Border Colle, Rugh Collie, Old English Sheepdog, Corgi, Shetland

Sheepdog.Class 236 Best Puppy: confined to dogs aged between 6– 12 months on show day.Class 237 Pet dog / Dog I would like to take homeClass 238 Stray/Rescue Dogs –Class 239 Qualifier

Irish Shows Association and Bonniconlon Show Present,The Dog Safe FenceConnaught Championship (Open To All Breeds), Sponsored by Tony Keane, Ballina Kennels, Co. Mayo. Prize Fund €1000Rules and Conditions1. The competition is open to any breed of dog.2. Dogs to qualify from each show3. Enteries in this competition may compete in any other dog class at Bonniconlon Show.4. All dogs must enter ring without rosette5. These rules should be read in conjunction with the ISA Rules.Entry Fee to Qualify €3 To Final €61st Dog Safe Fence valued at €300, 2nd Voucher to value of €200 for BallinaBoarding Kennels, 3rd Trio Bloom Dog Food to value of €100,15kg of Trio Bloom will be presented to each finalistFinal:Bonniconlon Show Monday 6th August 2012

Class 240 Pets: cats, rabbits etc.Class 241 Dog in fancy dressClass 242 Dog handled by a child under 12 years Class 243 Best turned out dog at the showClass 244 Small Dog judged on a table Class 245 Qualifier

The Irish Shows Association & Clonaslee Show Society present: “The Gain Dog Food All Ireland Championship”. Sponsored by: Gain Foods. Prize Fund €500Rules and Conditions1. Toy or miniature dog any breed to be handled by a child under 15 years.2. Large dog any breed to be handled by teenager or adult.3. One dog from each class to qualify.4. Dogs in final not eligible to compete in other classes at Clonaslee Show.5. These rules should be read in conjunction with the Irish Shows Association

Rules.Entry Fee: To Qualifying Show €3 To Final €6.Prizes: 1st €100, 2nd €50, 3rd €30, 4th €20 [in each class]Gain Dog Food Perpetual Trophy for the Champion Dog.Gain Dog Food product will be presented to each finalist.Final: Clonaslee Show - Sunday 9th September 2012



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