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THERE was a hive of activity in Patrickswell this Sunday as the Limerick Show took place.
Thousands of people clicked through the barriers at Limerick Racecourse as the popular agricultural show once again proved to be a big draw.
Early rain gave way to a pleasant day, as people from all around Limerick and further afield descended on the annual event which dates back to the 1880s.
From enjoying a slice of cake, admiring plants and flowers, the opportunity to pet some cute animals, or by the same token, entering your dog or cow into a show, activities were thick on the ground.
Limerick Show president and former councillor Leo Walsh was delighted with the turnout once again.
He said: “It's a great day for the people of Limerick and the surrounding areas. A lot of work has gone into preparing this show.”
As always, there was a food village showcasing local food and drink, a children's fun zone.
Dog and cattle shows took place, and there was a spot of showjumping from horses.
One of the event’s star guests arrived in the shape of the Liam MacCarthy cup.
It allowed people from across the county the chance of having their photograph taken with a trophy Limerick’s hurlers have won four years in a row.
It wouldn’t be the Limerick Show without fashion queen Celia Holman-Lee, who hails from Carey's Road in the city, showcasing some of the finest local designers.
She said: “I don't think I've ever missed the Limerick Show. I remember in its day, when it was in Greenmount, during the show there was a half day, everything closed in the city, and I used to love that.”
Mr Walsh said: “The show is very close to my heart. There was one time I thought we were going to lose the show. But people came on board, business people backed us, and some have been sponsoring us for years.”
It was former GAA president Sean Kelly who cut the ribbon at the show and described it as “one of the best in the country.”
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