Carlow set to plough ahead next autumn

Carlow will host the 2019 National Ploughing Championships, and work is already well under way, writes Siobhán Maguire

Next year's National Ploughing Championships will take place in Ballintrane, Fenagh, Co Carlow

Europe’s largest and most prestigious outdoor event is coming to Carlow. Next year, the South East county will stage the 88th National Ploughing Championships. The event take’s place in Ballintrane, Fenagh, Co Carlow from September 17 to 19.

Event organisers the National Ploughing Association (NPA) said Carlow will benefit enormously from the event as well as having the opportunity to showcase the county.

“Local Carlow businesses, voluntary organisations and community groups will benefit ...