Tullow Agricultural Show 2023 – Coppenagh Business Hub

With fine weather on the day, the 2023 Tullow Agricultural Show was a resounding success.   There was an exceptional array of business on display, showcasing the diversity of local and national business.  It is inspirational to see the tenacity of individuals and small business coming to market.

Carlow Chamber were delighted to be part of the Coppenagh Business Hub at this years Event.  We hosted a series of talks which included Catriona Cullen of Cullen Nurseries, Lynda Bolger of Flaglane Marketing, Joe O’Toole of Joe O’Toole and Sons, Ciara and Robert Stanley of Ballybar Ireland, Ardattin Embroidery and Coppenagh House Farm.  It was a good opportunity to discuss business in Carlow with local entrepeneurs.

Unexpectedly we were delighted to receive the ‘Best Educational Stand’ at the Tullow Show.  With thanks to all our guest speakers, who earned the chamber this award.

The Chamber were well represented with numerous members participating in the show: Aptus Ltd, AIB, Bank of Ireland, Joe O’Toole & Sons, Flaglane Marketing, Cullen Nurseries, Scats Bouncing Castles, Enchanted Castle Melts, McDonalds, Dooley Motors, Douglas Jewellers, McGraths Craft Butchers, Distag QCS, Tara Arms Bar, Codd Mushrooms, Tribe Art Studio, Lawlors Furniture & Flooring, Burnside Autocyl, DNG Carlow, Hickson’s SuperValu Tullow, KCLR, Cheetah Electronics, Bodylite Gear, Coppenagh House Farm …..

We were pleased to be able to present the following awards:

Best Carlow Business, sponsored by Co Carlow Chamber – Bedtime Story

Best Sustainable Business, Sponsored by Cullen Nurseries – Ingadis

Best Stand Display, Sponsored by Little Acorns – Flowers on Four Acres

Best Overall Business, Sponsored by Codd Mushrooms – Rathgal Painters Guild

Best Commended Display, Sponsored by Ballybeg House – Kelidescope

The Show was a credit to all the organisers, in particular we would like to extend our thanks to Cheryl Stanley of Ballyshane Ireland along with all the Committee, Sponsors, Judges, Stewards, Organisers, Participants and the host of Volunteers of Tullow Agricultural Show and finally to Coppenagh House Farm who hosted the event.