BALLINASLOE Horse and Agricultural Show Ltd are hosting a three-day programme of show jumping in Ballinasloe Showgrounds from Friday, May 26th to Sunday, May 28th, including the prestigious New Heights Champions Series and everyone is welcome to attend.

The New Heights Champions Series, a joint venture between Show Jumping Ireland and Horse Sport Ireland, replaces the Premier Series which had been the pinnacle of national show jumping in Ireland for the past 10 years. The series boasts an overall prize fund of over €110,000 and will take place at 10 locations across the four provinces of Ireland.

There will be a full programme of events in Ballinasloe Showgrounds each day from 9am, including three Grand Prix events:

  • Friday: Connaught Grand Prix
  • Saturday: National Grand Prix League
  • Sunday: New Heights Championship

    • This is a rare opportunity to see the finest Irish and International show jumping horses and riders in action free.

    Director of Operations at Ballinasloe Showgrounds, Peter O’Connor, commented: “We are delighted to be able to offer this programme of top level show jumping and the prestigious New Heights Champions event, and look forward to welcoming all participants.”

    Secretary of Ballinasloe Horse and Agricultural Show Ltd, Paraic Ryan, added: “This is a great opportunity for residents and visitors to Ballinasloe to see the spectacle and excitement of top class show jumping and enjoy an entertaining weekend for free.”

    Director of Ballinasloe Horse and Agricultural Show Ltd, Cathal Gibbons, said: “The hard work put into the grounds by the committee over the last year has made this venue one of Ireland’s leading show jumping grounds and we are delighted with the condition of the grounds.” Director of Ballinasloe Horse and Agricultural Show, John Harney, went on to thank the very generous sponsorship from local companies including Garbally Oil, Gullanes Hotel, Lissegan Stables owned by Damien Griffin, Liffey Meats, Dolans Centra, Tool and Plastic Ltd, Glenn Wood, Horse Sport Ireland,TRM, Horseware Ireland, Barry Taylor,Pillar House, Hogartys, NCT Centre, Darren Goode, Pat Dolan,The Mcguire Family, Eurohome.ie,,Sven Hadley Transport,Equine Engering, Lisbeg Farms,Bruen Bros, Homestead and the Station House Hotel to name but a few.

    Gates open at 8am each day, and the first event starts at 9am sharp. Entrance is free for spectators with free parking as well. Food, refreshments and full bar will be available throughout and equestrian stallholders are welcome.

    For further information, please contact: Paraic Ryan, Secretary, (m) 087 907 9282; Peter O’Connor, Director, 087 258 1780 or visit the Facebook page, Ballinasloe Show.