As hundreds of animals were washed and preened for their big moment in front of the judges.

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The 157th Balmoral Show takes place from 13th – 16th May and is expected to welcome over 100,000 visitors throughout the four-day event. Photo: Jonathan Porter / Press Eye

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Day two of the Balmoral Show in partnership with Ulster Bank. The 157th Balmoral Show takes place from 13th – 16th May and is expected to welcome over 100,000 visitors throughout the four-day event. Photo: Jonathan Porter / Press Eye

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2026 marks Ulster Bank’s 17th year as principal sponsor of the event which is the biggest food and agriculture celebration in NI.Rabbit shower 11-year-old Thomas Bingham at the show. Picture by Jonathan Porter/PressEye Photo: Jonathan Porter / Press Eye

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The 157th Balmoral Show takes place from 13th – 16th May and is expected to welcome over 100,000 visitors throughout the four-day event. Photo: Jonathan Porter / Press Eye

