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4. Poultry: have you ever put your head into the Red Mills poultry marquee and walked around? It is a fascinating exercise. It is amazing how many di erent breeds there are – big ones, small ones, heavy soft feathered, light soft feathered, bantams, Barbu d’Anvers and Pekins to name but a few. ere are also some water fowls and much more.

5. Vintage Display: one of the most interesting areas of the Iverk Show is the vintage display, especially for those of us who are on the wrong side of fifty. It can bring tears to the eyes as you recall parts of our lives of yesteryear. From old cars, tractors and machines to engines, tools and equipment, all tenderly and lovingly cared for. One could spend a couple of hours reminiscing with their owners.

6. Iverk Show Baking: one of the best jobs on Show Day must be the judging of the baking classes. Even as you walk past the exhibits, the sight and smell would make your mouth water. e creations made by the exhibitors are magni cent. eir talent is truly to be admired.

7. Iverk Show Dog Classes: set on the beautiful GAA pitch, the two rings are perfect for show dogs to do their best. There are classes for pedigree and non-pedigree dogs, small or large ones, from terriers to gun dogs, from rescue to fancy dress dogs. Unlike other sections in the show, entries are taken on the day.

8. Cattle: 2023 will be no different from the very first Iverk Show, as cattle classes are a major part of the programme. The big ones again are the three Aldi, ABP, Irish Angus All Ireland Bull Calf Championships. The ‘Maid of Avonmore’ returns as the ‘Maid of Tirlán.’ There are classes for

Shorthorn, Hereford, Aubrac, Simmental, Blonde D’Aquitaine, Limousin, Charolais and Belgian Blue.

9. Fashion Show: The Iverk Show catwalk will be back in use again. Participating stores include Dove Hill - from Carrick on Suir. Connolly’s Red Mills Store, Lily Rose Boutique, Lady Lorna Designer Emporium and Vila - from Kilkenny. Corcra, Jillies Children’s Boutique and Pavoni - from Clonmel. Benetton, TRM, Regatta and Adarafrom Waterford. They will be displaying the latest fashion in ladies, gents, and children’s clothes. The models, as always, will be local people so it is a great opportunity - especially for young people who have a modelling career in mind - to give it a try. There is the bonny baby competition where every baby entered on the day gets a prize, and the ‘Best Dressed Lady’ also boasts some great prizes.

10. Of course, there is much, much more to see; free children’s play area, all day music, a new dance floor and tug of war are just some to name.

Free parking on the day. Come early and enjoy your day at the Iverk Show!