Holstein NI’s 27th annual dinner and presentation of awards will take place at the Tullyglass Hotel, Ballymena, on Saturday, 21st November 2026.

Tickets are priced at £30 per person and include a three-course carvery dinner, followed by tea and coffee.

Entertainment for the evening will be provided by Brian Rankin, a full time dairy farmer and noted poet and comedian.

Club chairman Kenny Watson confirmed that the proceeds from this year’s raffle will be donated to Africare, a small local charity working with disabled children in Uganda.

Discussing plans for Holstein NI’s annual dinner are president Jim Stevenson, secretary John Martin MBE, and chairman Kenny Watson. Picture: Mullagh Photography

placeholder image — Discussing plans for Holstein NI’s annual dinner are president Jim Stevenson, secretary John Martin MBE, and chairman Kenny Watson. Picture: Mullagh Photography

He said: “Africare supports around 1,800 children annually, who are suffering from conditions such as broken bones, burns, club feet, infections, cerebral palsy and cleft palates. Every penny donated to the charity reaches its destination. There are no deductions.”

To reserve tickets for the 27th annual dinner, contact club secretary/treasurer John Martin MBE on mobile: 07766477767, or email: [email protected]