GO NUTS IN BORRIS

May 8th, 2013

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Go Nuts in Borris, Co. Carlow, for Tractor Nuts Festival 2013

 

HUNDREDS of tractor nuts from all over Ireland and abroad will descend on the quaint village of Borris in Co. Carlow on May 11th and 12th for the 10th annual Tractor Nuts Festival.

The Festival – which is part of the calendar of Gathering 2013 Events – will have something for everyone including a Bachelors Bootcamp, (ICA style!), a Tractor Nuts Barn Dance, a farmers market and a Gathering of Fordson Tractors and that’s just on Saturday 11th May in the grounds of Borris House.

On Sunday 12th May (12noon), one of the highlights will be the annual Tractor Run featuring beautifully restored vintage tractors rolling out from historic Borris House taking a scenic 26 km route up to Mount Leinster to raise funds for the Irish Cancer Society and the Irish Kidney Association.

A new addition to this years festival is the Bachelors Bootcamp with local bachelors battling it out for the Bachelor of Borris title on Saturday May 11th.  The bachelors will be put through their paces and made perform special tasks to turn them into prime husband material. TV3 Celebrity chef, Edward Hayden, will teach the bachelors a thing or two in the kitchen, sharing his secrets from his new cookbook “Food for Friends”, while local “cowboy” Billy Canning will put the Bachelor’s through their paces for their party piece that night at the Borris House Hoedown Barn dance.

As well as a gathering of tractors the sons and daughters of Borris will also be returning home to mark the 10th anniversary of this great community tradition.

RTE’s John Murray, whose boots are better known for his walking, will be donning his wellies to add his support for what will be a fantastic weekend.

A  part-time Borris resident, he said the town is very dear to him. “The Tractor Nuts Festival is a voluntary community fundraising effort with a dedicated group of people behind it. I am delighted to be giving it my support this year. While I won’t be driving a tractor, I will be putting on the wellies and joining in the festivities and the craic!”

Brian Kelly, a member of the Tractor Nuts committee since 2003, said Borris promises to host a Gathering never to be forgotten.

“There is a packed programme this year but the Tractor Run on Sunday 12th May will be very special with people waking up to the revving up of vintage tractors which will start their run  at 12noon. Over the last ten years the Tractor Run  has raised over €149,000 for the Irish Kidney Association and the Irish Cancer Society and this year we hope people will dig deeper  to mark its 10th anniversary.”

People can support the cause through sponsorship cards. All completed cards will be entered into a draw for one nights B&B for two in The Step House Hotel in Borris.

Highlights of the Tractor Nuts Festival weekend include:

Saturday May 11th:

·         Fordson Vintage Tractors Ploughing Demo – 11 a.m.

·         Gathering of Fordson Tractors, with a parade, and competition for the best condition tractor and tractor backing demo’s – 2 p.m.

·         Farmer’s Market, (FREE spots for stall holders) – 2 p.m.

·         A High Nelly bicycle display, and old fashioned children’s games organised by St. Mary’s National School.

·         A Wellie Throwing competition, Sheep shearing, Horse Shoeing and Wood Turning – all day.

·         “Nuts About Dogs” Dog Show sponsored by Canine Ireland and Connolly’s RED MILLS –  3.30 p.m.

·         Mad Hatters Tea Party for kids with clown show and entertainment from Mini, Mickey and Bob the Builder. (€2 per child) – 4.30 p.m.

·         Celebrity chef Edward Hayden Bachelor’s Bootcamp cooking demo  – 5pm

·         Tractor Barn Dance at Borris House Hoedown Ballroom with music from folk band Vicker’s Vimy, set dancing from the Brog Makers, traditional musicians, line and set dancing, food, and music from DJ Jarlett

Sunday 12th May:

·         Annual Tractor Road Run. Roll out of Borris  for a 26 mile road run – 12 noon.

 

·         Pig On a Spit Barbeque with music and entertainment from 2012’s winner of The Voice Pat Byrne, The Step House Hotel – 4.30 p.m.

Note:

–          Sponsorship cards from Denis or Brian on 086 259 5281.

–          Entry into grounds of Borris House for Farmer’s Market and demonstrations: €2 on Saturday May 11th. Children are free. All proceeds going to the charities. Parking available.

–          Barn Dance tickets (€20) are limited and pre booking essential. For tickets please contact Denis on 087 259 5281.

For more information visit: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Tractor-Nuts/619197504773091

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CLONMEL SHOW

May 5th, 2013

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IRISH VINTAGE SCENE

May 5th, 2013

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CHECK OUT THIS MONTHS IRISH VINTAGE SCENE , CLUB MEMBER PATRICK McCORRY  HAS A FEATURE ON HIS FORD CONSUL AND  PADDY SOMERS  WITH HIS MORGAN 4/4.

WELL DONE TO BOTH

K.M.C. CHARITY RUN

April 28th, 2013

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THE DATE HAS BEEN FIXED FOR THIS YEARS RUN FOR THE CARLOW/KILKENNY HOME CARE TEAM .

IT IS ON THE 9th of June  when we will assemble at KILKENNY CASTLE AT 11.30  TO LEAVE AT NOON  and finish at Danesfort Hall for light refreshments   70 miles approx

ALL WELCOME

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TRACTOR NUTS

April 26th, 2013

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AUSTIN 16 FOR SALE

April 24th, 2013

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Hi attached is photos and info of my Austin 16 that is for sale
1948,needs restoration particular interior and floor area. light surface rust on body. Starts easy and drives very good engine     KILDARE AREA

The reg is JAD 630
RING  Enda.0872232936

OR Email  colmbyrne2@hotmail.com

MK1 GOLF OWNERS CLUB

April 23rd, 2013

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Hi Kilkenny Motor Club

Just wondering can you advertise this on your website/blog re an Irish Mk1 Golf meet happening at the Limerick VAG and Classic car show on Sunday 26th May 2013.

Thanks.

Cheers Hugh Coffey (Member)

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CARS OF OUR FATHER’S FATHERS

April 22nd, 2013

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GOLDEN ERA

 

THIS SITE IS WELL WORTH A LOOK

http://www.geaaonline.org/geaapicnic12.html

info thanks to DON BOLGER



Late Morning As The Cars Begin To Arrive


There Was Plenty Of Parking For The Veteran Vehicles


The Beautiful Cars On Display Drew In The Onlookers


Rows Of Original Or Restored Vehicles Lined The Sidewalk

 

CYCLE / VINTAGE AGAINST SUICIDE

April 21st, 2013

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VINTAGE AGAINST SUICIDE

Welcome to a new branch of Cycle Against Suicide – Vintage Against Suicide!

Since we began this journey, we have been inundated with offers of help from celebrities, corporates and especially the general public. One such person that got in touch with us with something a little different, is Tom Richardson.

Background

Tom Richardson is involved with vintage shows in both East Limerick and West Tipperary. He approached us with the novel idea of marrying vintage cars with cyclists! Tom wanted to use his background with vintage cars to help us raise awareness of the systems that are in place to support those who are in need of help.

How?

Knowing the generosity of the vintage community and their record with good causes, Tom knew that the idea of a nationwide vintage themed initiative for awareness raising would go down well with his colleagues. Then he saw the Cycle Against Suicide initiative and thought; “Why don’t we have mini vintage shows and vintage runs at and between all of the same stops as the cyclists?” We were sold!

Why?

Tom’s argument is that you can’t have too much awareness – so if the vintage vibe adds to the overall spectacle of the nationwide cycle – then fantastic! The vintage community’s role would be to add something novel, something that has never been done before, something unexpected. Also, if you’re not a cyclist then this will be a great way to partake -between people providing refreshments, volunteering and homestays for the Cycle Against Suicide adventure – the vintage route is simply offering people another way to get involved.

What Next?

The Vintage Against Suicide organisers now want to hear from vintage and car clubs (for stewarding, entries, routes etc…) to take part in as many days of the Cycle Against Suicide as possible. For more details contact: info@cycleagainstsuicide.com

Instructions from Tom 

General

  • Everyone is responsible for themselves so you must have e.g. insurance and tax in order.
  • Unlike a club organised run where you have registrations, this is a non-club type activity with no registrations. It is an invitation to vintage people as individuals to show up at the stops and go for a spin!
  • Those of you who have been on club runs will be used to the safety first and foremost idea and this will involve normal things like fully obeying the stewards and most importantly, the Gardaí.
  • Normal club procedures and common sense please!  No over-taking or speeding – the Gardaí can and will ask anybody to leave who is not acting appropriately.
  • The Gardaí can also penalise you as if you were in normal traffic for any traffic offences.
  • The Gardaí will have overall discretion on absolutely everything. The run can be shut down immediately if necessary.

Specifics

  • Cars over 30 years qualifying for vintage tax are what we are aiming for i.e. We don’t want modern cars, it’s the novelty of vintage that we want for the cyclists.
  • Please make your own arrangements in general, for accommodation, food etc…
  • Volunteers are providing food and accommodation for the cyclists.  They may have too little or too much but just in case, bring a sandwich or have lunch somewhere. Some vintage clubs on route may have some arrangements of their own.
  • We envisage, in line with advice from the Gardaí, cars may go ahead of the bunch of cyclists but not too far ahead.
  • The front group’s job is to enter villages and towns and get attention by “beeping” their horns. This hopefully will bring the public out onto the streets so that they can show their appreciation for the cyclists’ efforts.
  • Organisers may pick out cars to go in – for any other cars we will go by the Gardaí instructions. That may involve taking off intermittently so as to become part of the normal traffic, so that the slower cycling associated bunch doesn’t t get too big to cause a hazard to normal traffic. Alternatively local clubs may arrange alternatives drives etc…
  • Some more vintage cars will come after the bunch of cyclists. They might give some encouragement to any cyclist that is struggling or even offer them a lift to the next stop!

Starting off in the mornings

  • Start time for the cycling every morning is 9.30am (keep an eye here for updates and routes).
  • Vintage people wanting to gather earlier in the morning can do so from 8 a.m onwards.
  • We will attempt to get parking close to where the cyclists take off but follow signs if local clubs have designated areas set up.
  • Others may want to join in at the lunch time stop, however we have to be flexible about when exactly the cyclists arrive but again you can park up beforehand and follow instructions.
  • We will have some celebrities involved so weather permitting we might put them in open tops!
  • Instructions will be given 15 minutes before take off, including some mobile numbers which you might put into your phones for contacting organisers with any problems on the day and especially for calling in any hazards, breakdowns or safety concerns.

Final words from Tom

As always common sense safety is first, last and in between everything. Be safe, follow the Gardaí’s instructions and report any concerns to the nearest Garda or Cycle Against Suicide Team member.

Enjoy yourselves!

Tom Richardson

Day 1 – Monday 22nd April 2013

RTÉ to Bray   Bray to Gorey

Day 2 – Tuesday 23rd April 2013

Gorey to Wexford   Wexford to Waterford

Day 3 – Wednesday 24th April 2013

Waterford to Dungarvan   Dungarvan to Cork

Day 4 – Thursday 25th April 2013

Cork to Mallow   Mallow to Killarney

Day 5 – Friday 26th April 2013

Killarney to Tralee   Tralee to Limerick

Day 6 – Saturday 27th April 2013

Limerick to Ennis   Ennis to Galway

Day 7 – Sunday 28th April 2013

Galway to Ballinrobe   Ballinrobe to Castlebar

Day 8 – Monday 29th April 2013

Castlebar to Ballina   Ballina to Sligo

Day 9 – Tuesday 30th April 2013

Sligo to Ballyshannon   Ballyshannon to Letterkenny

Day 10 – Wednesday 1st May 2013

Letterkenny to Buncrana   Buncrana to Moville

Day 11 – Thursday 2nd May 2013

Ballybofey to Bundoran   Bundoran to Manorhamilton

Day 12 – Friday 3rd May 2013

Manorhamilton to Belturbet   Belturbet to Cavan

Day 13 – Saturday 4th May 2013

Cavan to Monaghan   Monaghan to Dundalk

Day 14 – Sunday 5th May 2013

Dundalk to Ardee   Ardee to Islandbridge

MORE DETAILS       CYCLEAGAINSTSUICIDE.COM

AMERICAN CAR SHOW

April 21st, 2013

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Only 1 week until the All American Car Truck & Bike Show in Kilbeggan
Were looking forward to seeing everyone again this year
New this year – Come and see:

  • The biggest gathering of American Cars Trucks & Bikes in Ireland
  • New American cars & trucks to Ireland not seen before
  • Two big rig trucks having a tug of war with a small family car until it rips apart!
  • The now legendary muscle car & truck burnout competition
  • Get a ride in a big rig, luxury American car or muscle car

Until Wednesday you can still win tickets to get into the show for free – go onto the Midland American Automobile Club facebook page (see link below) and like the Tickets Competition post and most importantly share it with your friends. We need to get to 2000 likes and will draw a winner Wednesday evening from those who shared the post.

Listen out for advertising announcements on Midlands 103FM
Gates open 11am Sunday – see y’all there!
Burn Out Competition First prize €250.00
Entry forms for the burn out competition are available
We will be able to provide a limited supply of used tyres and tire changing facilities for burn out competitors.
Big Rig Tug ‘O War
New event this year is the Big Rig Tug ‘O War.  See a car ripped apart by the amazing power of the American Big Rigs on Sunday April 28th 2013.

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