The countdown is officially on for the Clogher Valley Show, with less than six weeks to go, preparations are well underway.

The Clogher Valley Show held their launch event on June 10, in The Valley Hotel, welcoming sponsors, volunteers, stewards, exhibitors and supporters to celebrate this special event. The Clogher Valley Show is returning for their 106th year running on July 29, continuing its long-standing tradition as one of the area’s most popular agricultural events.

Throughout the launch event, many of the highlights of the well-loved show were showcased, giving attendees a preview of what to expect on the day. The event will feature a packed programme of attractions, including 21 championships and 20 Irish Shows Association qualifiers, showcasing top-class livestock from across the region, with exhibitors from all over Ireland proudly presenting their livestock in the judging rings. The Show will once again be supported by Mid Ulster Council this year.

Visitors can also look forward to a wide range of equestrian competitions, a busy food hall, craft displays, and an impressive collection of vintage vehicles. Alongside this, there will be numerous trade stands and family entertainment, offering something for everyone to enjoy throughout the day.

The Clogher Valley Show launch event took place on June 10 at The Valley Hotel, bringing together sponsors, volunteers, stewards, exhibitors and supporters to celebrate the occasion.

placeholder image — The Clogher Valley Show launch event took place on June 10 at The Valley Hotel, bringing together sponsors, volunteers, stewards, exhibitors and supporters to celebrate the occasion.

Additionally, the Clogher Valley Vintage section is in its 20th year with entries increasing every year. This year's Vintage section will be held in support of this year's nominated charity, Children’s Heartbeat Trust. The charities selected each year are chosen because of their strong connection to either the members of the Clogher Valley Show or the wider community. This year’s charity was chosen due to its close association with a member of the community, whom the charity had supported significantly during a particularly challenging period in their life. Instead of charging an entry fee, the Vintage Section encourages visitors to make a donation to its nominated charity. This approach has proved highly successful in previous years, raising around £2,000.

As a tribute to the Clogher Valley Show’s late President, known as “The Captain,” the Clogher Valley Agricultural Society has awarded a bursary to a CAFRE student who has just completed their first year at college. This year’s recipient is local student Mr Andrew Browne. Coming from a farming family, Andrew is already well acquainted with the Show, assisting as a steward in the Aberdeen Angus cattle section, showing Hereford calves, and helping to erect and dismantle the cattle pens.

Andrew is currently studying a degree in Agriculture and Technology at Greenmount College, where he is developing a strong academic foundation to complement the practical experience gained through life and work on his home farm.

The bursary presentation will take place at the post-Show Committee meeting in September.

Representatives of the Clogher Valley Show committee, sponsors, volunteers, stewards, exhibitors and supporters gathered at The Valley Hotel on June 10 for the official launch of the 106th Clogher Valley Show, which will take place on July 29.

New Cups 2026 (2)

The Willis Family: The extended Willis family are presenting a cup in memory of their late mother, Mrs Bertha Willis, who served as the Show Secretary from 1980 to 1998. The cup will be awarded to the overall winner in the School Children’s Foundation Classes (P1 and P2).

Mrs Frances Burton, Councillor, Mid Ulster Council: Mrs Frances Burton has generously presented a cup to the Equestrian Section for the Champion Cradle Starter Stakes Pony.

The Clogher Valley Show 2026 Championships (21)

Sponsors and stewards of the Home Industries section are pictured at this year’s launch event.

£1,500 All Ireland Working Hunter Horse Championship

Clogher Valley Mixed Abilities Riding Classes for

Children

Young Handlers in Hand Ponies

Pictured L-R: Nicholas Lowry (CVS President), Matthew Johnston (Danske Bank), William Noble (Danske Bank) and Michael Barnett (CVS Treasurer).

Junior Championship

Senior Championship

£1,000 The ABP Aberdeen Angus Cattle Classes

£1,000 Gortavoy Feeds – Star of the future – Calf Champion Show

£500 Northwick House N I Blonde Calf Championship

£3000 The Danske Bank / NI Charolais Cattle National Show

Pictured L-R: Phillip Montgomery (TJ Booth), Bob Simpson, Maurice Hassan and William Barton (TJ Booth). The group are sponsors of the Commercial Beef classes at this year’s show.

£5,000 National Pedigree Simmental Cattle Championship

£250 Clogher Valley Credit Union “The Young Beef Heifer Championship”

£250 Clogher Valley Credit Union “The Beef Pairs Championship”

£500 Dovea Genetics Commercial Breeding Heifer Championship.

Nugent Engineering Beef Young Handlers

Championship

Junior Young Handler

Senior Young Handler

£1,500 Fane Valley Dairy Cow Championship

£250 United Feeds Coloured Dairy Champion/Reserve £1,000 Maiden Dairy Heifer NMR (National Milk Records) Championship

NISA/ Lakeland Dairies - Dairy Young Handlers Final

£500 Parklands Beef Shorthorn National Championship

£500 Danske Bank All Ireland Continental Sheep Final

£500 Fane Valley NI Final Sheep Young Handlers

Fane Valley Supreme Sheep Champion

£500 Jimmy Johnston’s Bar, Augher - The British and Irish Native Sheep Championships

£500 Donnelly Group Champion of Champions (Dairy & Beef Cattle)

£650 NISA Pedigree Junior Bull Championship Final

The Irish Shows Association Qualifiers (21 Championships)

The €4,300 All Ireland Broodmare & Foal Team Championship The €2,500 A. Browne Filly Foal All Ireland Championship The Brian Boru Colt Foal All Ireland Championship The ISA / Tydavnet 3 yr old Filly Championship The €2,500 Hannon’s Hotel Irish Draught Yearling Filly Championship The Leitrim Irish Draught Breeders Championship The Irish Draught 2 yr old Filly Championship The Irish Draught Colt Foal Championship The Irish Draught Filly Foal Championship The ISA / FBD / IFJ Intermediate Young Stockperson Championship The €500 Gain Dog Food All Ireland Championship The €400 ISA / Beltra Show All Ireland Gun Dog Championship The All-Ireland Irish Native Breed Dog Championship The All-Ireland Traditional Handmade Craft Competition The All-Ireland Photography Championship The All-Ireland “7 A Day” Best in Season Kitchen/Garden Championship The All-Ireland Quality Potato Championship The All-Ireland Quality Onion Championship The Odlums All Ireland Home Baking Championship The Fleetwood Paints All Ireland Amateur Painting Championship

Lead Sponsors

The nine lead sponsors are as follows:

Mid Ulster Council, Gortavoy Feeds, Fane Valley, NMR (National Milk Records,) Donnelly Group, Tirlan, T. J. Booth, ABP & Danske Bank. Fane Valley is now the Lead Sponsor in both the Cattle & Sheep Sections.

New Sponsors – 2026

NMR (National Milk Records) are Sponsoring the Maiden Dairy Heifer Championship for the first time.

Danske Bank is also for the first time Sponsoring the Charolais Cattle Championship.

Barclays Bank – Cattle Section

BOI - Young Handlers

New Sponsors for our Vintage Section are:

CJ Watt Agri Contracts – Augher

Fannins of Clogher

Baskin Hassard Garage/ A & H Engines

Montgomery Motor Sport (N. Sommerville)

Downey’s Jubilee Bar Fivemiletown

FMC Auctions Ballymoney

Robinson Fuels Clogher

Rahoran Ltd (S Kirkpatrick Fivemiletown)

Clogher Valley Meats (Kieran Meehan)

A spokesperson for the Clogher Valley Show commented: “We are indebted to our New Sponsors and all our existing Sponsors who each year give generously. We could not run our Show without our Sponsors.”

“We would once again like to thank Sure Start for continuing to provide Baby changing facilities at our Show.”

The baby changing facilities can be found opposite the Craft Marquee.

Champion of Champions

The now well-established Parade of Champions, held in memory of the late Mr Willie Wilson, who was long associated with the Show and renowned for his unique experience as a commentator. Mrs Maeve and Miss Heidi Wilson have presented a trophy for the Champion of Champions, awarded from the relevant classes including Pedigree, Dairy, and Commercial Cattle.

There is also a prize fund of £500 Sponsored by The Donnelly Group Dungannon for the Overall Pedigree Champion Animal.

Dogs

The popular Family Dog Show is now being held at an earlier time of 12 o’clock with entries taken from 11 a.m. This is to accommodate our ever-increasing entries and is organised by Chief Steward Mrs. Ruth Mulligan, this event is located at the front of Augher Primary school.

Most Appropriate Dressed Lady

The “Most appropriately Dressed Lady” has been running for many years, with Roalex Fivemiletown continuing its sponsorship for a second year.

Judges 2026

The various sections will be judged by renowned judges from Scotland, England, and the North and South of Ireland.

Food Hall – Year of Food 2026

The Clogher Valley Show Committee are delighted that Tirlan are once again sponsoring the very popular Food Hall, with DAERA also confirming their support this year.

The Food Hall is very popular and is filling up rapidly at this stage. It will be opened on Tuesday 28th July at 7.00 pm by Guest Speaker Mr. Trevor Lockhart Chief Executive of Fane Valley Ltd. This event is attended by our Judges, Chief Stewards, and invited guests who will meet the food stand-holders and talk with them about their products.

The well-known Chef Adrian will be in attendance, and his expertise and easy manner should be a great attraction. On Show Day, Chef Adrian, together with members of the public, will help with ongoing cookery demonstrations throughout the day.

There will as usual be a wide selection of products available for sampling and for sale in the Food Hall, from specialist meats to delicious cakes and jams, cheese and fresh fruit and vegetables. There should be something for everyone.

Social Media

Exhibitors are encouraged to enter online; this is now the ninth year and has been very successful. E-ticketing is also continuing into its ninth year, with sales growing each year. A well-established social media group, consisting of younger members (and some older), is full of enthusiasm and determined to ensure the Show remains forward-looking and up to date.

Entries are now open, visit www.cloghervalleyshow.com for more information.

Cups & Trophies

All Cups and Trophies are presented on Show Day in the relevant areas. All winners must sign The Trophy Indemnity Form when collecting. The Cup/Trophy must be returned to the Show Office at least one month prior to the Show.

Young Farmers

Clogher Young Farmers organise entertainment and games for younger visitors, providing great fun for all. Part of their fundraising is donated to the nominated charity following the Show. This is a very kind gesture from such young club members.

Trade Stands

Trade Exhibitors sell a wide range of merchandise so spectators from the farming community can view the most up-to-date machinery, cars and products and avail of special show-day offers. There are special awards for Best Trade Stands, most attractive in Food Hall and most outstanding in Craft Marquee.

Safety / Car Parking

Safety is of paramount importance, and organisers hope for an accident-free Show.

With the same layout as last year’s Show namely:

Spectators can have the choice of watching Horse and Pony Classes in Mr Jack Johnston's field. Sheep and Goat Showing, Food Hall, Craft Marquee, School Children's and Adults Arts and Crafts, Floral and Horticulture display and Home Baking etc are now relocated to the field across the Road previously known as the Cattle field. Main Field /Secretary’s Office (Football Field) Cattle Showing will take place in Mr. Stephen Finlay’s Field next to the Castle (Kindly Granted) and Vintage in McLaren’s Field, Disabled parking (Green Field) Kindly granted by Mr. Stephen Finlay – next to the Vintage Field.

Additional Car Parking in the Clogher Mart Car Park (kindly granted).

A free park and ride service is ongoing all day.

Traffic diversions will be in operation on Show morning to facilitate the free flow of traffic and details will be published on social media or in the local press later.

The launch event concluded with thanks being extended to all sponsors, both long-standing supporters and those sponsoring the event for the first time for all of their very generous donations.

This year promises to be another hugely successful event, attracting thousands of visitors to enjoy the welcoming community atmosphere, friendly competition, complimentary food hall samples, and a diverse range of activities, ensuring there is something for everyone of all ages.