The Irish Limousin Cattle Society held its 35th National Show in association with the Tullamore Show on Sunday, August 9th. Exhibitors and spectators enjoyed great weather conditions, with a high entry of top-quality cattle competing across all classes.
Proceedings kicked off with the two Young Members Association (YMA) classes, setting a strong standard early on.
Society President Ann Hester and the council would like to extend sincere thanks to everyone who helped make the event a success:
- Judge: Stephen Priestley (Brontemoor Herd, UK) for his expert officiating.
- Officials & Staff: Our ring stewards, the catering team, and the Tullamore Show committee for their hard work and organization.
- Our very generous sponsors
- Media & Reporting: Darren Hession for his work as ring announcer, Ciara for compiling the results, and Alfie Shaw for capturing the day on camera.
- Exhibitors: A big thank you to all the breeders and exhibitors for bringing out such an impressive display of cattle.
Overall, it was a fantastic day out and a great showcase for the breed.
Thanks to Our Judge
We extend our sincere thanks to our judge, Stephen Priestley of the renowned Brontemoor herd in Brampton, Cumbria.
Having previously judged at major events such as the Great Yorkshire Show, Stephen brought a wealth of experience and expertise to the ring. His clear decision-making and professional handling of the classes were greatly appreciated by exhibitors and spectators alike.
We are incredibly grateful to Stephen for taking the time to travel over and officiate, and we wish him and the Priestley family continued success with the Brontemoor herd.
Commenting afterwards Stephen said:
A real privilege to be asked to judge by Tullamore show and the Irish Limousin Society. The show of females was exceptional with great style and great presence. There was great potential in the bulls presented to me today.
FBD National Livestock Show Pedigree Registered Limousin Supreme Champion
Proving to be an absolute superstar of the breed, Mullary Vabulous refused to relinquish her crown, taking the top spot as Supreme Champion for the second year running. Exhibited by Michael & Brodie Molloy, this magnificent female continued her incredible winning streak, catching the eye of the judge once again with her power, style, and outstanding breed character. Sired by Graiggoch Rambo and out of Mullary Pretty Woman ET, her back-to-back victories solidify her status as a true legend in the Limousin ring.
Taking the prestigious Reserve Supreme Champion sash in a highly competitive lineup was Ballybrown Victoria, brought forward by Bobby O’Connell. Sired by Ampertaine Elgin and out of Ballybrown Sophie, she capped off a fantastic show, standing shoulder-to-shoulder with the back-to-back champion.
The ultimate accolade of the day, FBD National Livestock Show Pedigree Registered Limousin Supreme Championship, was generously sponsored by Agri Lloyd, Finglas.
Championship Results Table
| Placing | Exhibit | Exhibitor | Sire | Dam |
| Supreme Champion | Mullary Vabulous | Michael & Brodie Molloy | Graiggoch Rambo | Mullary Pretty Woman ET |
| Reserve Supreme Champion | Ballybrown Victoria | Bobby O’Connell | Ampertaine Elgin | Ballybrown Sophie |
A massive congratulations to Michael and Brodie Molloy on an incredible achievement with Mullary Vabulous, and sincere thanks to Agri Lloyd, Finglas, for their valued sponsorship.
National Pedigree Registered Junior Limousin Female Championship
Quality was on full display in Class 78 as breeders competed for the coveted National Pedigree Registered Junior Limousin Female Championship, generously sponsored by Bridgeway Engineering. Spectators were treated to an exceptional lineup of young females, showcasing the finest genetics and breed potential.
Taking the top honour of Champion Junior Female was Lackamore Attractive, exhibited by Michael & Enda O’Gorman, this standout young heifer is sired by Knock Msport and out of Lackamore Twink.
Claiming the sash for Reserve Champion Junior Female was Brickhill Amber ET, brought forward by Michael and David McInerney. She is by the renowned Ampertaine Foreman and out of Brickhill Jade ET.
Championship Results Table
| Placing | Exhibit | Exhibitor | Sire | Dam |
| Champion Junior Female | Lackamore Attractive | Michael & Enda O’Gorman | Knock Msport | Lackamore Twink |
| Reserve Champion Junior Female | Brickhill Amber ET | Michael & David McInerney | Ampertaine Foreman | Brickhill Jade ET |
National Pedigree Registered Senior Limousin Female Championship
| Placing | Exhibit | Exhibitor | Sire | Dam |
| Champion Senior Female | Mullary Vabulous | Michael & Brodie Molloy | Graiggoch Rambo | Mullary Pretty Woman ET |
| Reserve Champion Senior Female | Ballybrown Victoria | Bobby O’Connell | Ampertaine Elgin | Ballybrown Sophie |
National Registered Pedigree Junior Limousin Male Championship
The spotlight turned to the young bulls in Class 66 for the National Registered Pedigree Junior Limousin Male Championship, sponsored by Midland Veterinary, Tullamore.
Emerging victorious to take the title of Junior Male Champion was Castlebrock Arthur ET, exhibited by Gerard Davis. Sired by Foxhillfarm Ourbest and out of Scotchtown Esther, Arthur is a striking calf with great potential.
Securing the Reserve Junior Male Champion spot in a top-quality lineup was Glynndavis Banbury ET, brought forward by Martin Davis. Another standout ET bull, he is sired by Kilcor Iceman and out of Ampertaine Odell.
Junior Male Championship
| Placing | Exhibit | Exhibitor | Sire | Dam |
| Junior Male Champion | Castlebrock Arthur ET | Gerard Davis | Foxhillfarm Ourbest | Scotchtown Esther |
| Reserve Junior Male Champion | Glynndavis Banbury ET | Martin Davis | Kilcor Iceman | Ampertaine Odell |
National Pedigree Registered Senior Limousin Male Championship
The National Pedigree Registered Senior Limousin Male Championship was generously sponsored by Tullamore Credit Union.
Taking the top honour of Senior Male Champion was Killcastle Ventura ET, exhibited by A. & P. Kelly. Sired by Mereside Godolphin and out of Killcastle Marilyn Monique ET.
Claiming the sash for Reserve Senior Male Champion was Ardnacrusha Alex, brought forward by Donal Moloney. Ardnacrusha Alex is by Ampertaine Elgin and out of Newtown Trinity.
Senior Male Championship
| Placing | Exhibit | Exhibitor | Sire | Dam |
| Senior Male Champion | Killcastle Ventura ET | A. & P. Kelly | Mereside Godolphin | Killcastle Marilyn Monique ET |
| Reserve Senior Male Champion | Ardnacrusha Alex | Donal Moloney | Ampertaine Elgin | Newtown Trinity |
FBD National Livestock Show Pedigree Registered Limousin Overall Male Championship
The junior section proved unbeatable as Castlebrock Arthur ET added the grand title of Overall Male Champion to his earlier junior victory. Exhibited by Gerard Davis, Arthur is a son of Foxhillfarm Ourbest and out of Scotchtown Esther, he has firmly marked himself an exciting future prospect.
Completing a phenomenal double for the junior line-up, Glynndavis Banbury ET, brought forward by Martin Davis, claimed the prestigious Reserve Overall Male Champion title. By Kilcor Iceman and out of Ampertaine Odell, he capped off a spectacular day for the Davis family.
Overall Male Championship
| Placing | Exhibit | Exhibitor | Sire | Dam |
| Overall Male Champion | Castlebrock Arthur ET | Gerard Davis | Foxhillfarm Ourbest | Scotchtown Esther |
| Reserve Overall Male Champion | Glynndavis Banbury ET | Martin Davis | Kilcor Iceman | Ampertaine Odell |
Huge congratulations to Gerard and Martin Davis on an incredible sweep of the male championships, and sincere thanks to Bull Bank for their generous sponsorship.
Young Members
Our highly anticipated National Show kicked off in Tullamore with our Junior young handler class:
Junior YMA
| Placing | Exhibitor |
| 1st | Alex Cogan |
| 2nd | Alice Fitzsimons |
| 3rd | Kate Roche |
| 4th | Fionn McCabe |
| 5th | Jason Noonan |
| 6th | Ronan O Connell |
Senior YMA class:
| Placing | Exhibitor |
| 1st | Michael Wycherley |
| 2nd | Conor Duffy |
Class 60: National Pedigree Registered Limousin Bull Born before 31/12/2024
| Placing | Exhibit | Exhibitor | Sire | Dam |
| 1st | Killcastle Ventura Et | A & P Kelly | Mereside Godolphin | Killcastle Marilyn Monique Et |
Class 61: National Pedigree Registered Limousin Bull Born on/between 01.01.2025 and 30.04.2025
Sponsored by Lambes Oil
| Placing | Exhibit | Exhibitor | Sire | Dam |
| 1st | Ardnacrusha Alex | Donal Moloney | Ampertaine Elgin | Newtown Trinity |
| 2nd | Bradden Bridge Alpe d’Huez | Gareth Mcguinness | Ampertaine Elgin | Ronick Roxy |
Class 63: National Pedigree Registered Limousin Bull Born on/between 01.09.2025 and 31.10.2025
| Placing | Exhibit | Exhibitor | Sire | Dam |
| 1st | Castlebrock Arthur ET | Gerard Davis | Foxhillfarm Ourbest | Scotchtown Esther |
| 2nd | Meelickaduff Agri Spec | Michael Hester | Drumline S 1185 | Meelickaduff Pink Gin Et |
| 3rd | Knockcoolkeare Amazeabull ET | Micheal Roche | Ampertaine Foreman | Knockcoolkeare Lady Nadia B |
| 4th | Bremore Alan | Bremore Farms | Telfers Munster | Bremore Revelation |
| 5th | Eyreville Alfie | George and Chloe Dreaper | Wilodge Cerberus | Clonbonny Penny |
| 6th | Meelickaduff Agri | Michael Hester | Drumline S 1185 | Meelickaduff Pink Gin Et |
Class 64: National Livestock Show Pedigree Registered Pedigree Limousin Bull Born on/between 01.11.2025 and 31.12.2025
| Placing | Exhibit | Exhibitor | Sire | Dam |
| 1st | Quignalegan Andy | Eunan & Conor Boyce | Montclare Procter | Ballinahinch Nell |
| 2nd | Wood Road Archer Et | Noel Fennessy | Ampertaine Elgin | Wood Road Jacinta Et |
| 3rd | Parkhill Apollo Et | Joe Maher | Ampertaine Elgin | Whitehall Missie Et |
Class 65: National Livestock Show Pedigree Registered Limousin ET Bull Born in 2026
Sponsored by Irish Farmers Journal
| Placing | Exhibit | Exhibitor | Sire | Dam |
| 1st | Glynndavis Banbury ET | Martin Davis | Kilcor Iceman | Ampertaine Odell |
| 2nd | Claddagh Bullseye Et | Adrian Mccabe | Claddagh McCabe Et | Claragh Ione |
| 3rd | Esker-Hill Barney ET | Padraig Brady | Trueman Idol | Ernevalley Imagine Et |
| 4th | Rathoonagh Billy ET | Noel Maughan | Graiggoch Rambo | Rathoonagh Poppy |
| 5th | Clooncara Limousins Belter ET | David Cogan | Ampertaine Elgin | Titchburn Hope |
Class 85: National Livestock Show Pedigree Registered Limousin non-ET Bull Born in 2026
| Placing | Exhibit | Exhibitor | Sire | Dam |
| 1st | Barryroe Brilliant | James Wycherley | Claddagh Mccabe Et | Barryroe Taylor |
| 2nd | Brookland Bomber | John Hickey | Norman Inventor | Brookland Sugar |
Class 66: National Registered Pedigree Junior Limousin Male Champion
Sponsored by Midland Veterinary, Tullamore
| Placing | Exhibit | Exhibitor | Sire | Dam |
| Junior Male Champion | Castlebrock Arthur ET | Gerard Davis | Foxhillfarm Ourbest | Scotchtown Esther |
| Reserve Junior Male Champion | Glynndavis Banbury ET | Martin Davis | Kilcor Iceman | Ampertaine Odell |
Class 67: National Pedigree Registered Senior Limousin Male Champion
Sponsored by Tullamore Credit Union
| Placing | Exhibit | Exhibitor | Sire | Dam |
| Senior Male Champion | Killcastle Ventura ET | A. & P. Kelly | Mereside Godolphin | Killcastle Marilyn Monique Et |
| Reserve Senior Male Champion | Ardnacrusha Alex | Donal Moloney | Ampertaine Elgin | Newtown Trinity |
Class 68: FBD National Livestock Show Pedigree Registered Limousin Male Champion
Sponsored by Bull Bank
| Placing | Exhibit | Exhibitor | Sire | Dam |
| Overall Male Champion | Castlebrock Arthur ET | Gerard Davis | Foxhillfarm Ourbest | Scotchtown Esther |
| Reserve Overall Male Champion | Glynndavis Banbury ET | Martin Davis | Kilcor Iceman | Ampertaine Odell |
Female classes
Class 70: National Pedigree Registered Limousin Cow calved or incalf senior heifer born before the 01.01.2024 Calf at foot must be born on/after 01.01.2026
| Placing | Exhibit | Exhibitor | Sire | Dam |
| 1st | Carrickmore Uphoria ET | John Connell | Ampertaine Elgin | Baileys Iceprincess |
| 2nd | Liscarn Unique | Des Joyce | Telfers Munster | Wilodge Oannie |
Class 71: National Pedigree Registered Limousin Heifer Born on/between 01.01.2024 and 30.06.2024
| Placing | Exhibit | Exhibitor | Sire | Dam |
| 1st | Mullary Vabulous | Michael Molloy | Graiggoch Rambo | Mullary Pretty Woman Et |
| 2nd | Ballybrown Victoria | Bobby O’Connell | Ampertaine Elgin | Ballybrown Sophie |
| 3rd | Clontown V Kiwi | Kevin Treanor | Ionesco | Clontown Super Duper |
| 4th | Shanderg Voxy Lady ET | Michael Tuohy | Ampertaine Elgin | Rathlyon Pandora Et |
Class 72: National Pedigree Registered Limousin Heifer Born on/between 01.07.2024 and 31.12.2024
Sponsored by Dovea Genetics
| Placing | Exhibit | Exhibitor | Sire | Dam |
| 1st | Castlebrock Victoria ET | Gerard Davis | Ampertaine Elgin | Scotchtown Esther |
| 2nd | Boyanagh Velvet | Michael Walsh | Claddagh Mccabe Et | Boyanagh Neve |
| 3rd | Clooncara Limousins Ventura ET | David Cogan | Ampertaine Elgin | Titchburn Hope |
Class 73: National Pedigree Registered Limousin Heifer Born on/between 01.01.2025 and 31.03.2025
Sponsored by MSD Animal Health
| Placing | Exhibit | Exhibitor | Sire | Dam |
| 1st | Castlebrock Aintree ET | Gerard Davis | Claddagh Mccabe Et | Spittalton Ravenelle |
| 2nd | Ballybrown Alexa | Bobby O’connell | Westpit Omaha | Roundhill Lunamine 1656 |
| 3rd | Bremore Amaha | Bremore Farms | Westpit Omaha | Bremore Rossie Girl |
| 4th | Lurgankeel Annie | Malachy Byrne | Foxhillfarm Ourbest | Ballybrown Sally Ann Et |
Class 74: National Pedigree Registered Pedigree Limousin Heifer Born on/between 01.04.2025 and 31.08.2025
| Placing | Exhibit | Exhibitor | Sire | Dam |
| 1st | Lurgankeel Ava ET | Malachy Byrne | Foxhillfarm Ourbest | Charlottes Topaz |
| 2nd | Killmactrasna Aurora | Jimmy McHugh | Blaencwm Sam | Killmactrasna Rhonda |
| 3rd | Ballinrane Annabelle | John Cummins | Galbally Ufo 1882 | Galbally Trinity 1845 |
| 4th | Ballinrane Angel | John Cummins | Galbally Ufo 1882 | Galbally Thelma 1852 |
Class 75: National Livestock Show Pedigree Registered Pedigree Limousin Heifer Born on/between 01.09.2025 and 31.10.2025
Sponsored by Arrabawn Co-Op, Greenvale Animal Feeds
| Placing | Exhibit | Exhibitor | Sire | Dam |
| 1st | Lackamore Attractive | Michael & Enda O Gorman | Knock Msport | Lackamore Twink |
| 2nd | Corrcullen Annabelle ET | Kieran & Conor Duffy | Ampertine Elgin | Castleshane Tammy |
| 3rd | Abbeylands Arabella | Vincent Lyons | Plumtree Fantastic | Abbeylands Nina |
| 4th | Oak View Addison Et | Ollie Fitzsimons | Knock Msport | Ernevalley Tolouise |
| 5th | Brackan Annie Et | Padraig Gormley | Derrygullinane Kingbull | Esker-Hill Karen Et |
| 6th: | Moohane Alicia | Donal Moloney | Foxhillfarm Ourbest | Moohane Reina |
Class 76: National Livestock Show Limousin Heifer Born on/between 01.11.2025 and 31.12.2025
Sponsored by Limerick Packaging
| Placing | Exhibit | Exhibitor | Sire | Dam |
| 1st | Brickhill Amber ET | Michael McInerney | Ampertaine Foreman | Brickhill Jade Et |
| 2nd | Dromanig Angel | Kieran Noonan | Brontemoor Salering | Dromanig Kelsey |
| 3rd | Parkhill Avery ET | Joe Maher | Ampertaine Elgin | Whitehall Missie Et |
Class 77: National Livestock Show Pedigree Registered Limousin ET Heifer Born in 2026
| Placing | Exhibit | Exhibitor | Sire | Dam |
| 1st | Ballybrown Bonnie ET | Bobby O Connell | Trueman Idol | Roundhill Punanime 1945 Et |
Class 86: National Livestock Show Pedigree Registered Limousin non-ET Heifer Born in 2026
| Placing | Exhibit | Exhibitor | Sire | Dam |
| 1st | Lisnageeragh Brook | Des Joyce | Plumtree Fantastic | Liscarn Unique |
| 2nd | Oak View Bella | Ollie Fitzsimons | Ampertaine Magnum | Ernevalley Tolouise Et |
| 3rd | Rathoonagh Bella | Noel Maughan | Graiggoch Rambo | Rathoonagh Tessy |
Class 78: National Pedigree Registered Junior Limousin Female Champion
Sponsored by Bridgeway Engineering
| Placing | Exhibit | Exhibitor | Sire | Dam |
| Champion Junior Female | Lackamore Attractive | Michael & Enda O Gorman | Knock Msport | Lackamore Twink |
| Reserve Champion Junior Female | Brickhill Amber ET | Michael and David McInerney | Ampertaine Foreman | Brickhill Jade Et |
Class 79: National Pedigree Registered Senior Limousin Female Champion
Sponsored by Goldcrop Ltd
| Placing | Exhibit | Exhibitor | Sire | Dam |
| Champion Senior Female | Mullary Vabulous | Michael and Brodie Molloy | Graiggoch Rambo | Mullary Pretty Woman Et |
| Reserve Champion Senior Female | Ballybrown Victoria | Bobby O’Connell | Ampertaine Elgin | Ballybrown Sophie |
Class 80: FBD National Livestock Show Pedigree Registered Limousin Female Champion
Sponsored by AIB
| Placing | Exhibit | Exhibitor | Sire | Dam |
| Overall Champion Senior | Mullary Vabulous | Michael and Brodie Molloy | Graiggoch Rambo | Mullary Pretty Woman Et |
| Reserve Overall Champion Female | Ballybrown Victoria | Bobby O’Connell | Ampertaine Elgin | Ballybrown Sophie |
Class 81: National Livestock Show Pair of Pedigree Registered Limousin
1st Michael Hester with Meelickaduff Agri and Meelickaduff Agri Spec twin sons of Drumline S 1185 and Meelickaduff Pink Gin Et
2nd Micheal Roche with Knockcoolkeare Avery ET and Knockcoolkeare Apricot
3rd Bremore Farms with Bremore Alan and Bremore Amaha
4th George & Chloe Dreaper Eyre with Eyreville Alfie and Bunrower Alicante ET.
Class 82: FBD National Livestock Show Pedigree Registered Limousin Supreme Champion
Sponsored by Agri Lloyd, Finglas
| Placing | Exhibit | Exhibitor | Sire | Dam |
| Supreme Champion | Mullary Vabulous | Michael and Brodie Molloy | Graiggoch Rambo | Mullary Pretty Woman Et |
| Reserve Supreme Champion | Ballybrown Victoria | Bobby O’Connell | Ampertaine Elgin | Ballybrown Sophie |
