The All Ireland and Six Nations Shearing and Wool Handling Competition will take place in Clonmany in August
The Clonmany Agricultural Show has been selected as the venue for this year’s sheep shearing world championship.
Around 1,400 sheep will be shorn by competitors during the All Ireland and Six Nations Shearing and Wool Handling Competitions.
The event will take place on a purpose-built stage with plans in place to livestream the “exhilarating spectacle” all over the world.
There will also be sheepdog trials, a pet show and a home-crafts section.
There will be a selection of bands and singers who will provide the soundtrack for some waltzing and jiving.
There will also be a live draw held during the show with a ten prizes up for grabs, including a brand new tractor or jeep.
The event, which will be celebrating its 54th year, takes place at Pollan Green, Ballyliffin, on August 8-9.
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