HERE’s a special date for the diaries of all showing enthusiasts....

Bannow & Rathangan Show plans to celebrate the silver anniversary of its All Ireland three-year-old championship in style in July.

This year’s show, which will be held on Thursday, July 13th, will see its 25th All Ireland champion crowned that day centrestage in Ring 9.

Originally devised as a cross-border development, lifetime sponsors Belleek China & Galway Crystal were joined by Horse Sport Ireland as in recent years, the ISA final also became part of HSI’s showing series.

If you owned a Bannow champion, show secretary Liz Freeman would like to hear from you. Liz is currently compiling a complete list of winners from this outstanding final’s 25 year-long history and can be contacted at lizormonde@hotmail.com or at 087 756 0871.