THE Grallagh Harriers in East Galway are celebrating their 20th season since being founded by David Burke, who previously campaigned on the show jumping circuit and also whipped-in to both the Percy in Northumberland and the Galway Blazers when Michael Dempsey was master and his son Tom hunted hounds.

Their Puppy Show is always a must for hound enthusiasts, as they are a specially-bred lighter Old English type. Also the hospitality is always exceptional, organised by the senior master’s mother Bernie, with daughters Lorraine and Sinead and friends helping out.