Jan 2005

Ploughing Championship Returns to Inishowen after 43 years!

Inishowen Ploughing Association, a newly formed Committee, are holding their first Annual Ploughing Championship in Carrick Field, Moville, on Saturday 15th January 2005.

Ploughmen from Donegal and Northern Ireland will be taking part in this event. Up to ten different classes of ploughing ranging from horse ploughing, digging and every type of tractor right up to the modern day four wheel drive reversible.

The 12 acre field is located half a mile from Moville on the Greencastle Road. The field formerly known as the 'Horse Racing Field' is one of the most suitable sites for this type of event, with excellent access from the Foyle Ferry and local traffic.

Ploughing will commence at 11am sharp on Saturday 15th January. Refreshments will be available in the field. Entries to the event must be received by 6th January. Contact numbers: 074 9382225, 074 9382046 or 074 9382626.

Proceeds from this event will be given to local charities, with details to be released at a later date.

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