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Judge Gary McKiernan certainly had his work cut out for him, as he carefully assessed each animal’s physical attributes, structure, and overall market potential. His scrutiny was evident as he took time to evaluate the depth of muscling, correct structure, and the animals’ performance potential in both breeding and commercial settings.

With over seventy animals in total, the event brought together some of the finest Herefords, ranging from promising young stock to proven breeding animals. The atmosphere was competitive, with breeders exchanging insights and showcasing their best animals for both commercial buyers and fellow breeders.

Following his summer show season success was young breeder L. Jackson-Carr as he had yet another win under his belt with Dendor 1 Greta 39^th. The October 2023 born heifer was bred by D.E., E.D., & A.L. Jones, but now resides with Liam. Sired by Solpoll 1 Vanquish and out of Dendor 1 Greta 27^th this heifer once again demonstrated her presence and style by winning senior female, overall female and overall champion on the day. Mr McKiernan who hails from Ballinagh, Co. Cavan,  was looking for correct, easy fleshing and stylish cattle.

In the reserve champion hot spot and not for the second time in following a stable mate this season was Dendor 1 Billy-the-Kid. This half sibling to Greta is sired by Solpoll 1 Vanquish and is out of Dendor 1 Wattle 9^th. The March 2024 born bull oozed class and this was evident as he took the junior male, overall male and reserve overall champion places. Whether it was in the junior or senior sections, the influence of the Dendor herd was evident, with several of the top contenders and champions at the show stemming from their lines. Their continued success is a testament to the quality and consistency of their breeding program, which has become synonymous with producing cattle that excel both in the ring and on the farm.

The distance incurred did not deter breeders from making the journey, and in the female division, the animals certainly did not disappoint. In the junior section, Porton House 1 Jane 5th, exhibited by Paul and Vicky Moyle, stood out as the winner of the heifer born on or after the 1st of March 2024 class. This impressive heifer overcame stiff competition, beating several of her peers with her exceptional conformation, strong frame, and promising future as a breeding animal. She is out of home bred cow Porton House 1 Jane and is sired by Normanton 1 Whiskey W660, which was purchased by the breeders in the Spring society show and sale in 2022. This bull is sired by Dendor 1 Rosco P. Coltrane, another nod to the Dendor herd.

Following closely behind in hot pursuit was the reserve junior female champion, Bowendu 1 Ruby 7th from Bowen Farms. After a quieter summer show season for the breeders, this January 2024-born heifer made a real statement at the Agri Expo with her undeniable charm and presence. She fended off strong competition from other heifers in her class to secure a well-earned first place. Out of Dendor 1 Ruby 37th and sired by the renowned Solpoll 1 Trailblazer, Bowendu 1 Ruby 7th exhibited all the qualities with both her dam and sire having established themselves as consistent producers of quality animals.

 

In the senior section, Normanton 1 Jews Ear 43rd B687 stood out, taking both the Reserve Senior Champion and Reserve Female Champion titles. Despite being part of a smaller but highly competitive entry, this heifer proved that quality can shine through in any class. Born in December 2023, Jews Ear 43rd demonstrated exceptional strength and depth, with the power and presence that make her a standout in the ring. Out of Normanton 1 Jews Ear 31st T21, a homebred cow from the well-established Jews Ear family, and sired by Cleland 1 Nelson. The Jews Ear family has a long history of producing high-quality cattle that consistently perform well in the show ring with numerous accolades to their name.

In the male section RM 1 Blade from E Hodge a January 2024 born bull, won a strong class amongst seven other young bulls, he then went on to take the junior male reserve championship. Sired by Gouldingpoll 1 Duncan, out of Coley 1 Lily 561 Blade is a flashy young man with a promising future.

In the senior section, Moralee 1 Bond DC313 from T & D Harrison made a significant impact, winning the Bull Born in September 2023 class before going on to claim both Senior Male Champion and Reserve Male Champion titles. This impressive young bull, out of the renowned Moralee 1 Kylie cow and sired by Days Calibre G74, displayed the strength, conformation, and presence that set him apart in a competitive lineup.

Completing the male championship lineup was Dendor 1 Boof from DE, ED & AL Jones, who claimed the Reserve Senior Male Champion title. This impressive bull, sired by the well-regarded Solpoll 1 Vanquish and out of Dendor 1 Ruby 34th, is yet another exceptional progeny from the famed Ruby line, which continues to produce cattle of the highest quality.

 

Full Show Results

Class 1 – Commercial Heifer or steer born on or after 1^st September 2023 by a registered Hereford sire

1^st – Keadyview Rocket – S O’Kane & H Morgan

Class 2 – heifer born on or after 1^st March 2024

1^st – Porton House 1 Jane 5^th – Paul and Vicky Moyle

2^nd – Bowendu 1 Ruby 8^th – Bowen Farms

3^rd – Ings 1 Isla Rose 3^rd – G & A Redmayne

Class 3 – heifer born in Jan/Feb 2024

1^st – Bowendu 1 Ruby 7^th – Bowen Farms

2^nd – Ings 1 Emma Jane 24A – G & A Redmayne

3^rd – Midford 1 Kate 5^th – W Awan

Class 4 – heifer born in Nov/Dec 2023

1^st – Normanton 1 Jews Ear 43^rd B687 – TD & WT Livesey

2^nd – Fellowhills 1 Tuilagi Dawn 174 – J Hodge

3^rd – Taymar 1 Bella – S Taylor & D Marsh

Class 5 – heifer born in October 2023

1^st – Dendor 1 Greta 39^th  – L Jackson-Carr

2^nd – Hollyvale 1 June 6^th  – A & P Massey

3^rd – Bowendu 1 Ruby 6^th – Bowen Farms

Class 6 – heifer born in September 2023

1^st – Moralee 1 Kylie DC314 – T & D Harrison

2^nd – Ings 1 Isla – G & A Redmayne

3^rd – Taymar 1 Emerald 3^rd – S Taylor & D Marsh

Class 7a – bull born in March 2024

1^st – Dendor 1 Billy-the-Kid – DE, ED & AL Jones

2^nd – Midford 1 Bathonian – W Awan

3^rd – Porton House 1 Bandit – P & V Moyle

Class 7b – bull born in April/May 2024

1^st – Craigdhu 1 Bracken – M Galbraith

2^nd – Creuddyn 1 Kingsize – G Davies

3^rd – Buckenhill 1 Bugatti BTA – MF Gray & Miss L Crowther

Class 8 – Bull born in Jan/Feb 2024

1^st – RM 1 Blade – E Hodge

2^nd – Hoghton View 1 Air Time – S & E Walker

3^rd – Midford 1 Bobby Dazzler – W Awan

Class 9 – Bull born in Nov/Dec 2023

1^st – Harveybros 1 Boabby-the-Barman – G & S Harvey

2^nd – Normanton 1 Boa Boa – TD & WT Livesey

Class 10 – Bull born in October 2023

1^st – Normanton 1 Brightspark – TD & WT Livesey

Class 11 – Bull born in September 2023

1^st – Moralee 1 Bond DC313 – T & D Harrison

2^nd – Dendor 1 Boof – DE, ED & AL Jones

3^rd – Moralee 1 Baz – T & D Harrison

Class 12 – Pair of animals

1^st – T & D Harrison

2^nd – W Awan

Class 13 – Group of three by the same sire

1^st – W Awan

2^nd – TD & WT Livesey

Class 14 – Young handlers 15 years and under

1^st – Abbie Jackson-Carr

2^nd – Lucie Culpan

3^rd – Kyla Porteous

Class 15 – Young handlers 16-21 years

1st – Grace Denning

2^nd – Liam Jackson-Carr

 

Senior female, overall female and overall grand champion – Dendor 1 Greta 39^th  – L Jackson-Carr

Junior male, overall male and reserve champion – Dendor 1 Billy-the-Kid – DE, ED & AL Jones

Junior female champion – Porton House 1 Jane 5^th – Paul and Vicky Moyle

Reserve junior female champion – Bowendu 1 Ruby 7^th – Bowen Farms

Reserve senior and reserve female champion – Normanton 1 Jews Ear 43^rd B687 – TD & WT Livesey

Junior male reserve champion – RM 1 Blade – E Hodge

Reserve male champion and Senior male champion – Moralee 1 Bond DC313 – T & D Harrison

Reserve senior male champion – Dendor 1 Boof – DE, ED & AL Jones

 

 

 

It has been a busy show season with many breeders up and down the country participating to showcase their animals and herds, which has been inspiring despite the weather challenges.

The awards night, held at the Albrighton Hotel, Shrewsbury is a celebration of hard work and achievement. It’s great to recognise not just individual wins but also the overall commitment throughout the season from breeders who have been accumulating points to try and win one of the nine prestigious trophies on offer.

Much excitement and anticipation filled the room as everyone awaited the evenings proceedings, and to kick off the first trophy, winners Tom and Di Harrison of the Moralee Herd were up first, winning sire of the year with Moralee 1 RHS Prince KR R8. This March 2018 born bull was sired by Cornriggs 1 Knight Rider is out of Coley 1 Pippa 356. Having 33 progeny to his name, with many of his offspring being show winners and recently his daughters won the progeny group at the National Poll show this September, proving to be a prolific and successful sire for the Moralee team.

Tom and Di, the devoted husband-and-wife team, were invited to the front of the room for the second presentation of the evening, where they were honoured with the title of Show Herd of the Year. Achieving such an accolade is impressive, but to earn it for the second consecutive year speaks volumes about their commitment and hard work. Their success truly demonstrates that perseverance and passion yield remarkable results.

Another remarkable triumph was celebrated by Simon and Gemma Hartwright of the Spartan Herd. Stockman Luke Murphy was present to collect the award for Poll Female of the Year for Spartan 1 Victoria’s Secret. This exceptional show cow had a stellar start to the year at the Shropshire County Show, with her success only escalating as the season continued. She concluded her year in style, being crowned Reserve Supreme Champion at the National Poll Show, a testament to her outstanding performance and the dedication of her team.

What a fantastic achievement for Rempstone 1 Alpha N688 and the Ludgate family to win Poll Bull of the year. It’s always exciting to see a young bull make such a significant impact in the show circuit, especially with the support of dedicated stockman like Joe Clarke. Winning both breed and interbreed titles is no small feat, and it was a proud moment for James and Joe to celebrate their hard work.

Unable to attend the evenings proceedings were PRJ & LR Vincent of the Pulham herd but were delighted to receive the accolade of Horned Herd of the year. Having exceptional success at this year’s National Hereford show with their own cattle and animals they have bred and sold on demonstrates the amount of hours Phil and Laura invest into showing and promotion, so it’s great to see them being recognised. This is also the second year in a row they have won this award, an amazing achievement for all concerned.

Returning to the front of the room for the third time that evening was Tom and Di Harrison of the Moralee herd to collect the trophy for the horned female of the year with Moralee Curly C1288. This young heifer is no stranger to this award winning it last year, at just under one years of age. This show heifer won her class at the Royal Welsh Show and was reserve intermediate champion at the National Hereford Show.

Winning the Horned Bull of the year prize is quite an achievement, and this year it went to Edward Mills with Severnvale Rogue who is now in shared ownership with David Makin, ably assisted by Thea Woollatt. Rogue’s strong performance throughout the show season has displayed consistency and it’s great to see the horned contingent being well-represented.

James Ludgate and Joe Clarke proudly took to the stage again to take the coveted prize of Bull of the Year. Rempstone 1 Alpha N688 a March 2023 born bull is out of Danish imported dam Rosenkaer Miss World and sired by Dendor 1 Nairobi, has been expertly shown throughout the summer season, so it was no surprise to see them centre stage. The bull then went on to set a new breed record with achieving the highest priced bull being sold at a society sale, the following day.

Last but by no means least was overall Female of the Year, which went to SC and GL Hartwright with Spartan 1 Victoria’s Secret. With Solpoll 1 Perfection as her sire and Cleland 1 Glissade 26th as her dam, this 2020 born cow benefits from a lineage of top-notch genetics, so it was no surprise to see her clinch this significant award.

Congratulations to all the winners and participants. It’s inspiring to witness the strength and resilience within the breed, and it’s clear that everyone involved has put in a tremendous amount of effort, proving dedication at these events really highlight the passion of the community.

 

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Sire of the Year

Tom and Di Harrison with Moralee 1 RHS Prince KR R8

 

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Show Herd of The Year

Tom and Di Harrison with the Moralee herd

 

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Poll female of the year

SC & GL Hartwright with Spartan 1 Victorias Secret

 

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Poll Bull of the year

M Ludgate with Rempstone 1 Alpha N688

 

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Horned herd of the year

PRJ & LR Vincent with the Pulham herd

 

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Horned Female of the year

T & D Harrison – Moralee Curly C1288

 

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Horned Bull of the Year

Edward Mills with Severnvale Rogue who is now in shared ownership with David Makin

 

 

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Bull of the year

M Ludgate with Rempstone 1 Alpha N688

 

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Female of the Year

SC & GL Hartwright with Spartan 1 Victorias Secret

Anticipation and excitement simmered as history was made at this year’s autumn show and sale, with the recently crowned 2024 bull of the year, Rempstone 1 Alpha N688 setting a new breed and society record. It was smiles all round as he was tapped out as the supreme grand male champion in the morning parade with judge Steve Edwards from Leicestershire complimenting the bull on his incredible top line and correctness of his structure.

Fetching an impressive 18,000gns he is the highest priced bull to be sold through the ring for the breed. The March 2023 born bull is out of Danish imported dam Rosenkaer Miss World and sired by Dendor 1 Nairobi.  Alpha was in good company standing alongside five other March born bulls in his class, but Mr Steve Edwards stated that the well-balanced bull was looking fresh and showed true power and performance potential.  He has made his way up to the Welburn herd in North Yorkshire and will make a tremendous stamp on their females.

Taking the reserve highest price of the day and the top female price of 5,200gns was Castle Mount 1 Tessa 421 from P Massey, Lancashire. This January 2023 born heifer was sired by Kinglee 1 Vanguard and is out of a homebred cow Castle Mount 1 Tessa. Winning her class earlier in the day proved successful as then went on to become reserve female champion, aiding her sale ring success.

Harveybros 1 Ace-of-Spades from George and Sophie Harvey, Glasgow, secured the second highest price bull of the day reaching 5,000gns. The young May 2023 bull has had a successful show season collecting numerous rosettes including junior and reserve overall male champion at the Scottish National and the morning show efforts were no different, claiming a first in his class. When asked, judge Steve Edwards said that he displayed breed characteristics and oozed style. He then went on to take the junior championship and securing the best pair of bulls alongside stable mate Harveybros 1 A-Ladies-Man, another successful bull for the father and daughter team. A-Ladies-Man also stood as the reserve junior champion alongside Ace.

Dendor 1 Anna Mary 45^th secured the second highest female price of the day reaching 4,600gns and went home with Paul and Vicky Moyle of the Porton House herd. Anna Mary won her class amongst a strong entry of heifers born on or between 1^st September to the 23^rd of October 2022. This success carried on through as she secured the female championship. The heifer comes from a strong family line being sired by Pepperstock 1 Trigger and out of homebred cow Dendor 1 Anna Mary 40^th.

Another bull in the money was Kingsland 1 Armalight from Vaughans Farms Ltd, Herefordshire obtaining 4,100gns. The reserve junior champion from the Royal Welsh Show 2024 was sired by Gouldingpoll 1 Moonshine and is out of Kingsland 1 Cassiopeia 5^th and finds his way to JC Porter, Bridgwater, Somerset.

Making the trip down from Angus, Scotland was JM Cant and Partners from the Panmure herd. Bull Panmure 1 Admiral had a good start with the morning proceedings, winning the bull born before the 21^stFebruary 2023 class. This strong and powerful November 2022 born Romany 1 Thor FR T4 son, then went on to take the reserve senior male and overall reserve championship. Bred out of a Panmure 1 Plum T6 cow, he secured a price of 4,000 gns and will now reside with SC & GL Hartwright at the Spartan herd.

Many congratulations to all vendors on the day and we wish all the buyer’s luck with their new purchases. We would like to thank our sponsors for sponsoring the show and sale.

Sale results

Bulls to an average £4,365 – Total £61,110.00 – 70% clearance

Show heifers sold to an average £2,734.04 – Total £35,542.50 – 68% clearance

For sale only females £1,755 – Total £12,285.00 – 100% Clearance

Full Show Results

Class 1 – heifer born on or before 29/04/2022

1^st – Sound Villa 1 Fashion 2^nd – RJ & PS Windsor

Class 2 – heifer born on or between 01/09/2022 – 23/10/2022

1^st – Dendor 1 Anna Mary 45^th – DE, ED & AL Jones

2^nd – Pebworth 1 Amber – Mr N & Mrs L Holdsworth

3^rd – Normanton 1 Cep 9^th A452 – TD & WT Livesey

Class 3 – heifer born on or between 12/12/2022 -04/02/2023

1^st – Castle Mount 1 Tessa 421 – P Massey

2^nd – Porton House 1 Wondergirl 2^nd – P & V Moyle

3^rd – Panmure 1 Plum A4 – JM Cant & Partners

Class 4 – heifer born on or between 02/03/2023 -19/03/2023

1^st – Cynin Diadem 8^th – Mrs OEM Jones & Mrs EM Roberts

2^nd – Weybrook 1 Ruth 10^th – Weybrook Farms

3^rd – Weybrook 1 Dawn 37^th – Weybrook Farms

 

Class 5 – heifer born on or between 04/04/2023 – 28/07/2023

1^st – Barwise 1 Alfreda MU A1373 – Mrs CS Fletcher

2^nd – Sound Villa 1 Fashion 4^th – RJ & PS Windsor

3^rd – Sound Villa 1 Fashion 3^rd – RJ & PS Windsor

Class 6 – bull born on or before 21/02/2023

1^st – Panmure 1 Admiral – JM Cant & Partners

2^nd – Hoghton View 1 Brand – S & E Walker

3^rd – Wykeham 1 Albert – Cox Family

Class 7 – bull born on or between 01/03/2023 – 26/03/2023

1^st – Rempstone 1 Alpha N688 – M Ludgate

2^nd – Kingsland 1 Armalight – Vaughans Farms Ltd

3^rd – Glenvale 1 Herbert – TG, EI & EN Thorne

Class 8 – bull born on or between 01/04/2023 – 18/04/2023

1^st – Dendor 1 Ajax – DE, ED & AL Jones

2^nd – Studdolph 1 High Flyer – Miss EN Thorne

3^rd – Holetown 1 Archie – Dr E Williams

Class 9 – bull born on or between 07/05/2023 – 13/06/2023

1^st – Harveybros 1 Ace-of-Spades – G & S Harvey

2^nd – Harveybros 1 A-Ladies-Man – G & S Harvey

3^rd – Coley 1 Aristocrat – Miss H Whittaker

 

Grand Overall and Senior Male Champion – Rempstone 1 Alpha N688 – M Ludgate

Reserve Senior Male and Overall Champion – Panmure 1 Admiral – JM Cant & Partners

Junior Male Champion – Harveybros 1 Ace-of-Spades – G & S Harvey

Reserve Male Champion – Harveybros 1 A-Ladies-Man – G & S Harvey

Female Champion – Dendor 1 Anna Mary 45th – DE, ED & AL Jones

Reserve Female Champion – Castle Mount 1 Tessa 421 – P Massey

Best Pair of Bulls – Harveybros 1 Ace-of-Spades and Harveybros 1 A-Ladies-Man – G & S Harvey

The National Poll Hereford Show is icing on the cake for team Rempstone, with Rempstone 1 Alpha N688 dominating the show.

Out of Danish imported dam Rosenkaer Miss World, and sired by Dendor 1 Nairobi Rempstone 1 Alpha, from breeder M. Ludgate, Thame, Oxfordshire, took the male and supreme championships, marking a significant win for all concerned. Judge William Smith from Oldcastle, County Meath, Eire commented on this outstanding bull, saying he has exceptional plates and hind legs, excellent locomotion and has great balance. William went on to say that the bull had a great future within the breed.

The March 2023 born bull has had an impressive run throughout the summer, taking many championships up and down the country and most recently, Alpha won the breed and interbreed championships at the Edenbridge and Oxted Agricultural Show. It not only highlights Alpha’s exceptional qualities but also showcases the strength and potential of the Native breed.

Alpha took further victory in the interbreed championship and is a testament to his outstanding characteristics. Judge Becky Hurd from Somerset stated that he is flawless, especially given the high standards and competition from both native and continental breeds.

Standing in the reserve supreme spot was Spartan 1 Victoria’s Secret from S.C and G.L Hartwright, also from Oxfordshire. It was no surprise that this veteran cow challenged the bull to the top position, as she also has many championships under her belt, including Great Yorkshire Show, Staffordshire and Royal Highland Show to name but a few. Taking nothing away from her on the day, judge William stated that the cow looked fresh and carried herself exceptionally well.

With Solpoll 1 Perfection as her sire and Cleland 1 Glissade 26th as her dam, this 2020 born cow benefits from a lineage of top-notch genetics. Solpoll 1 Perfection’s track record of success and the quality of his offspring clearly shine through. This strong heritage not only contributes to Victoria’s own achievements but also reinforces the reputation of his breeding line. It’s clear that the combination of these winning genes has played a significant role in the outstanding performance.

Allwood 1 Greta from F.J Wood & Sons took the reserve senior female champion, and this strong in-calf heifer stood top of the class amongst five other females. The February 2022 born heifer is out of Dendor 1 Greta 33^rd and sired by Kilvrough 1 Thomas, demonstrating excellent beef qualities, was well balanced and showed herself well.

Next up in the intermediate section was heifer Midford 1 Elke, another show winning heifer. Breeder W. Awan from Somerset made the journey to showcase this March 2023 born heifer.  Elke has had an exceptional season claiming championship titles including Bath and West Show. Her success didn’t stop at the intermediate female champion, she then went on to secure reserve overall female champion. This clean, young feminine heifer is out of Bosbury 1 Elke 50^th, sired by Grifford 1 Try and promises to have a prosperous future ahead.

Reserve intermediate champion heifer went to Rempstone 1 Lily N684 from breeder M. Ludgate. With a pedigree that includes Romany 1 Lily BL R40 and Dendor 1 Nairobi, it’s clear that quality breeding is a strong theme in this family. Being a half-sister to the grand champion further underscores the impressive lineage and consistent quality in their breeding program.

Young breeder L. Jackson-Carr had a successful day by winning the heifer born on or between 1^st October and 31^st October class. Dendor 1 Greta 39^th was bred by D.E., E.D., & A.L. Jones, but now resides with Liam. Sired by Solpoll 1 Vanquish and out of Dendor 1 Greta 27^th this young heifer displayed style and class. This was evident to our judge as she then went on to secure the junior female champion title and further adding to her success, the overall junior champion of the day.

Standing reserve to Greta on both counts from the same breeder D.E., E.D., & A.L. Jones, was Dendor 1 Keepsake 27^th. Shown expertly by Twm Jones this heifer stood top amongst a lovely line up of ten young heifers in the 1^{st of} September to 30^th September 2023 class. She caught the judge’s eye with her show presence and style. Sired by Dendor 1 Vivian and out of homebred cow Dendor 1 Keepsake 18^th, this winning duo stood side by side until the end.

With thirty-one bulls forward for selection, the male section certainly didn’t disappoint. The senior division saw Kingsland 1 Wolf from S. O ’Kane & H. Morgan, Powys, take the senior male championship. The two-and-a-half-year-old bull is sired by Gouldingpoll 1 Moonshine out of a Kingsland 1 Lily 1st cow. Returning to reclaim his male champion title from last year meant this was a great start to the campaign, with high standards being maintained year after year.

Breeder Mrs. E. Jackson made the journey down from Lancashire and this proved very successful. Eveter 1 Alan Jackson won the bull born on or between 1^st September and 31^st December 2022 class and then stood reserve to Kingsland 1 Wolf in the senior male championship. This young bull is sired by Solpoll 1 Lawman and is out of Barbern 1 June 349. Alan has been shown throughout the summer with success at Burwarton and Halifax Shows.

Rempstone 1 Alpha took the intermediate male championship and was the second step to reaching the greatest prize.  In the reserve intermediate male position was JC 1 Austin from L. Jackson-Carr, his second major achievement of the day. This smart young bull showed well under Liam.

A strong contender emerged in the bull class for animals born between September 1st and October 31st, 2023, with Tom and Di Harrison from Moralee, Northumberland, achieving notable success. Their entry, Moralee 1 Baz KS315, claimed first place, while stablemate Moralee 1 Bond took second. This impressive result underscores the importance of consistency, as both bulls are descended from well-regarded female lines, Sparkles and Kylie. Their performance was further highlighted when they both secured the junior male championship, marking a pleasing victory for the Harrison team.

In the group classes, Moralee achieved further success by taking first place in both the group of three animals owned by the exhibitor, by the same sire and the group of three to include both sexes, owned by the exhibitor. These wins highlight the consistency and quality of their genetics and breeding program. In the biggest class of the day S. O ’Kane & H. Morgan won the best pair of animals owned by the exhibitor, with the senior bull and cow and calf outfit making up the team.

 

Judge William Smith commented on the exceptional quality of the cattle presented, noting that he thoroughly enjoyed both the challenge and the experience of the day. His observing eye was validated as the interbreed competitions yielded impressive results. Kingsland 1 Wolf and Spartan 1 Victoria’s Secret clinched the interbreed pairs title, while Rempstone 1 Alpha N688 emerged as the overall interbreed hotspot winner.

Setting the stage for the upcoming competitions, Friday night’s young handler events were marked by warm weather and grey skies, but neither the judge nor the competitors were deterred.

In the junior section, which featured four participants aged 7 to 12, Judge Thea Woollatt from Chepstow put the young handlers to the test by removing their show sticks to challenge their handling skills. Abbie Jackson-Carr emerged in first place, with Mia Shaw securing a close second.

The intermediate section, though smaller with just two competitors, did not fall short in terms of quality. The competitors showcased their skills and fielded technical questions with precision. Katherine Shaw took first place, while Liam Jackson-Carr earned second.

In the senior category, which included three participants, Ollie Garnett-Smith achieved first place and Cerys Mai Jenkins followed in second. The seniors were tasked with removing their show sticks, swapping animals, and answering questions, demonstrating their advanced handling expertise.

 

Full Results List

Grand Supreme Champion – Rempstone 1 Alpha N688 – M. Ludgate

Reserve Supreme Champion – Spartan 1 Victoria’s Secret – S.C and G.L Hartwright

 

Cow, before 31^st August 2021, with calf at foot born 2024

1^st – Spartan 1 Victoria’s Secret – S.C & G.L Hartwright

2^nd – Moralee 1 Kylie KS S3 – T. & D. Harrison

3^rd – Keadyview 1 Pippa Kicks – S. O ’Kane & H. Morgan

 

Heifer, born between 1^st September 2021 & 31^st December 2021, calf born 2024

1^st – RTC 1 Terri 459 – R. Coates

 

Heifer, born on or between 1^st January 2022 and 31^st August 2022, in-calf or with calf

1^st – Allwood 1 Greta – F.J. Wood & Sons

2^nd – Bromley 1 Vanessa 995 – M. & M. Roberts

3^rd – Maxstoke 1 Molly 858 – D.P. Jones Agri. Cont

 

Senior Female Champion – The Warnica Trophy –

Spartan 1 Victoria’s Secret – S.C and G.L Hartwright

Reserve Senior Female Champion – Allwood 1 Greta – F.J Wood & Sons

 

Heifer, born on or between 1^st September 2022 and 31^st December 2022

1^st – Moralee 1 Sparkles PR285 – T. & D. Harrison

2^nd – Taymar 1 Stella 3^rd – S. Taylor & D. Marsh

3^rd – Spartan 1 Juliet ST A202- S.C and G.L Hartwright

Special Award – The Pernille Perpetual Trophy – Moralee 1 Sparkles – T. & D. Harrison

 

 

Heifer, born on or between 1^st January 2023 and 28^th February 2023

1^st – Moralee 1 Kylie PR294 – T. & D. Harrison

2^nd – Hallwood 1 Oyster Princess 2^nd – R. & R.I Shaw

3^rd – Welburn 1 Ishbel 699 – Welburn Herefords

 

Heifer, born on or between 1^st March 2023 and 31^st March 2023

1^st – Midford 1 Elke 1^st  – W. Awan

2^nd – Rempstone 1 Lily N684 – M. Ludgate

3^rd – Kingsland 1 Lily 23 – Vaughans Farms Ltd

 

Heifer, born on or between 1^st April 2023 and 31^st August 2023

1^st – Kingsland 1 Ishbel 233 – Vaughans Farms Ltd

2^nd – Coley 1 Malan 697 – L. Jackson-Carr

3^rd – Kinglee 1 Nikita 717 – P.K & I.F Cobley

 

Intermediate Female Champion – The Mandalay Trophy – Midford 1 Elke 1^st  – W. Awan

Reserve Intermediate Female Champion – Rempstone 1 Lily N684– M. Ludgate

 

Heifer, born on or between 1st September 2023 and 30^th September 2023

1^st – Dendor 1 Keepsake 27^th – D.E., E.D., & A.L. Jones

2^nd – Coley 1 Lima 700 – Miss H. Whittaker

3^rd – Coley 1 Keepsake 706 – Miss H. Whittaker

 

Heifer, born on or between 1^st October 2023 and 31^st October 2023

1^st – Dendor 1 Greta 39^th – L. Jackson-Carr

2^nd – Normanton 1 Jews Ear – G. Denning

3^rd – Normanton 1 Fistulina 61st – T.D. & W.T. Livesey

 

Heifer, born after 1^st November 2023

1^st – Normanton 1 Jews Ear 43^rd – T.D. & W.T. Livesey

2^nd – Pepperstock 1 Jennefer B1003– Spiers Farms Ltd

3^rd – Keadyview 1 Pippa B29- S. O ’Kane & H. Morgan

 

Junior Female Champion – The Kaypark Trophy – Dendor 1 Greta 39^th – L. Jackson-Carr

Reserve Junior Female Champion – Dendor 1 Keepsake 27^th – D.E., E.D., & A.L. Jones

 

Grand Female Champion – The Berkhampstead Trophy –

Spartan 1 Victoria’s Secret – S.C and G.L Hartwright

Reserve Female Champion – Midford 1 Elke 1st – W. Awan

 

Bull, born on or between 1^st January 2022 and 31^st August 2022

1^st – Kingsland 1 Wolf – S. O ’Kane & H. Morgan

 

Bull, born on or between 1^st September 2022 and 31^st December 2022

1^st – Eveter 1 Alan Jackson – Mrs. E. Jackson

2^nd – Kinglee 1 Admiral – P.K & I.F. Cobley

3^rd – Hallwood 1 Allspice – R. & R.I. Shaw

 

Senior Male Champion – The Grafton Trophy –

Kingsland 1 Wolf – S. O ’Kane & H. Morgan

Reserve Senior Male Champion – Eveter 1 Alan Jackson – Mrs. E Jackson

 

Bull, born on or between 1^st January 2023 and 28^th February 2023

1^st – Wykeham 1 Albert – Cox Farms

2^nd – Newtoncroft 1 Aintree – Newtoncroft Farms Ltd

3^rd – Panmure 1 Alexander – J.M. Cant & Partners

 

Bull, born on or between 1^st March 2023 and 30^th April 2023

1^st – Rempstone 1 Alpha N688 – M. Ludgate

2^nd – JC 1 Austin – L. Jackson-Carr

3^rd – Glenvale 1 Hendre Pollard – T.G., E.I., & E.N. Thorne

 

Bull, born on or between 1^st May 2023 and 31^st August 2023

1^st – Coley 1 Aristocrat – Miss H. Whittaker

2^nd – Santa Maria 1 Alcatraz – S. O ’Kane & H. Morgan

3^rd – Normanton 1 Banquo – T.D. & W.T. Livesey

 

Intermediate Male Champion – The Kinglee Trophy – Rempstone 1 Alpha N688 – M. Ludgate

Reserve Intermediate Male Champion – JC 1 Austin – L. Jackson-Carr

 

Bull calf born on or between 1^st September 2023 and 31^st October 2023

1^st – Moralee 1 Baz KS315 – T. & D. Harrison

2^nd – Moralee 1 Bond DC313 – T. & D. Harrison

3^rd – Dendor 1 Boof – D.E., E.D., & A.L. Jones

 

Bull calf born on or after 1^st November 2023

1^st – Spartan 1 Beckham – S.C and G.L Hartwright

2^nd – Moralee 1 Billy-Bob PR353 – T. & D. Harrison

3^rd – Maxstoke 1 Bounder – D.P Jones Agri. Cont

 

Junior Male Champion – The Beaudesert Cup – Moralee 1 Baz KS315 – T. & D. Harrison

Reserve Junior Male Champion – Moralee 1 Bond DC314 – T. & D. Harrison

Grand Male Champion – The Winson Trophy – Rempstone 1 Alpha  N688 – M. Ludgate

Reserve Male Champion – Kingsland 1 Wolf – S. O ’Kane & H. Morgan

Group of three animals, by the same sire owned by the exhibitor –

1^st – T & D Harrison

2^nd –Vaughans Farms Ltd

3^rd – S. O ’Kane & H. Morgan

The Blythebarn Trophy – T & D Harrison

 

Group of three animals to include both sexes, owned by the exhibitor –

1^st – T & D Harrison

2^nd – S. O ’Kane & H. Morgan

3^rd – M. & C. Shaw

The Diamond Jubilee Trophy – T & D Harrison

 

Best pair of animals, owned by the exhibitor –

1^st – S. O ’Kane & H. Morgan

2^nd – R. & R.I Shaw

3^rd – F. J Wood & Sons

The Nitram Trophy – S. O ’Kane & H. Morgan

 

Young Handlers Results

Junior 7 – 12 years

1^st – Abbie Jackson-Carr

2^nd – Mia Shaw

3^rd – Harriet Edwards

4^th – Sid Shaw

Intermediate 13 – 17 years

1^st – Katherine Shaw

2^nd – Liam Jackson-Carr

 

Senior 18 – 21 years

1^st – Ollie Garnett-Smith

2^nd – Cerys Mai Jenkins

3^rd – Finlay Soutter

Overall Champion Young Handler – Ollie Garnett-Smith

Reserve Champion Young Handler – Cerys Mai Jenkins

 

Quadruple titles for Severnvale Rogue

There is no stopping Severnvale Rogue as he continues to secure championship titles across the country. Claiming his fourth consecutive title at the National Hereford Show, owner E G Mills said ‘the bull had far exceeded expectations’.

Rogue is an April 2022 born bull and sired by Somerwood Rando, out of Severnvale Hazel 1^st a homebred, milky cow. Catching the eye of the breeder as a young calf, Edward always knew he was destined for the showring, and his second year on the circuit has demonstrated why. This powerful bull displays quality and style, improving and maturing as the year progresses, dominating the showring by taking the championship titles at Royal Cornwall, Royal Three Counties and Cheshire County shows.

Taking nothing away from the reserve champion of the day Pulham Pansy 26^th from J & E Lake, judge Mr Anselm Fitzgerald hailing from Co. Westmeath, Eire, deliberated between the two, finally settling with the bull. Bred by PRJ & LR Vincent, the dynamic outfit stood first in her class, then went onto to take senior and overall female champion. This Pansy family ooze quality and this Pulham Powerhouse cow is no exception, with Borovere Pansy 3^rd, a March 2024 born heifer standing by her side, completing the outfit.

Another exceptional animal in the female division was reserve female champion Dieulacresse Pansy 17^th. This striking young female held her own against four other October and November 2023 born heifers, taking the front spot. Out of a homebred cow Dieulacresse Pansy 13^th and sired by Haven Virtual she was first the junior female champion before landing her reserve female title, signifying that age makes no difference.

Next on the podium was HighHouse Azzuri bred and shown by the JR & H M Whitlow family. This intermediate champion bull oozed class with his ruby-coloured coat and caught the eye of Mr Fitzgerald, who took his time in assessing all the bulls on offer that day. This flashy young man is out of Drumatee Amy 523 and HighHouse Tommy.

Siblings and female champions for the husband-and-wife team Phil and Laura Vincent secured them a very successful day, winning the heifer, born on or between 1^st September 2022 and 28^th February 2023 class with Pulham Tiara 8^th, and the heifer born in September 2023 class with Pulham Tiara 11^th. Both the winning females were sired by Mawarra Influential Q162, displaying similar family traits and indicating that success runs in the family. Pulham Tiara 8^th then went on to become the intermediate female champion, with Pulham Tiara 11^th being the reserve junior female champion.

Success continued to strike for the Vincent family and ably assisted by Hannah, as Pulham Baron, a September 2023 born bull won the young bull class and stood out amongst his peers. Sired yet again by Mawarra Influential Q162, the growthy young man is out of Pulham Princess Pansy 5^th, becoming junior male champion, and completing a good set of results all round. The winning didn’t stop there as the animals forward from the Vincents earned them not only the best exhibitor bred pair of animals but also the group of three, displaying uniformity across the herd.

In the Traditional Hereford the winning champion was Carpenters Curly 20^th bred by I & H Macleod. The young April 2022 born female was fourth in her class and was tapped out champion on the day. Reserve champion traditional Hereford was Carpenters Brigadier from Mrs S A Cowle, no stranger to the showring.

The young handlers judging completed the day and was judged by experienced and upcoming handler Isla Soutter from Leicestershire. The three aged group categories nervously entered the ring but were soon put at ease. Isla spoke to each handler individually, quietly assessing their knowledge and skills. The number of entries were down slightly but the expertise and confidence were not, with Archie Roberts taking the overall handler championship and girlfriend Lucie Wheelhouse was hot on his heels in the reserve position.

Full Results List

Breed and Male Champion – Severnvale Rogue – E G Mills

Reserve Breed and Female Champion – Pulham Pansy 26^th – J & E Lake

Reserve Female Champion – Dieulacresse Pansy 17^th – Messrs Spooner

Reserve Male Champion – HighHouse Azzuri – J R & H M Whitlow

Cow, in calf or with calf at foot, born on or before 31^st August 2022

1^st – Pulham Pansy 26^th – J & E Lake

2^nd – HighHedges Blossom21-19 – Mrs S Cowle

3^rd – Rockland Tiara W5 – CA & PC Bidmead

Senior Female Champion – Pulham Pansy 26^th – J & E Lake

Reserve Senior Female Champion – Highhedges Blossom 21-19 – Mrs SA Cowle

Heifer, born on or between 1^st September 2022 and 28^th February 2023

1^st – Pulham Tiara 8^th – PRJ & LR Vincent

2^nd – Moralee Curly CI288 – T & D Harrison

3^rd – HighHouse Oyster Gem A74 – J R & H M Whitlow

Heifer, born on or between 1^st March 2023 and 31^st August 2023

1^st – Rockland Tiara B4 – CA & PC Bidmead

2^nd – Boycefield Louisa 50^th – J W Lewis

3^rd – HighHedges Blossom 29-23

Intermediate Female Champion

Pulham Tiara 8^th – PRJ & LR Vincent

Reserve Intermediate Female Champion

Moralee Curly CI288 – T & D Harrison

Heifer, born in September 2023

1^st – Pulham Tiara 11^th – PRJ & LR Vincent

2^nd – Haven Dowager 204^th – E L Lewis & Son

3^rd – Pulham Pansy 31^st – PRJ & LR Vincent

Heifer, born between 1^st October and 30^th November 2023

1^st – Dieulacresse Pansy 17^th  – Messrs Spooner

2^nd – Borovere Tiara 3^rd – J & E Lake

3^rd – Haven Thrush 76^th –  E L Lewis & Son

Heifer, born after 1^st December 2023

1^st Borovere Pansy 3^rd – J & E Lake

Junior Female Champion – Dieulacresse Pansy 17^th –  Messrs Spooner

Reserve Junior Female Champion – Pulham Tiara 11^th – ^–  PRJ & LR Vincent

Bull, born on or before 31^st August 2022

1^st Severnvale Rogue – E G Mills

2^nd Carpenters Brigadier – Mrs S A Cowle

Senior Male Champion – Severnvale Rogue – E G Mills

Reserve Senior Male Champion – Carpenters Brigadier – Mrs S A Cowle

Bull, born on or between 1^st September 2022 and 28^th February 2023

1^st – HighHouse Azzuri – J R & H M Whitlow

2^nd – Laxfield Jeroboam – DC Smith & Son

3^rd – Adzor Arlo – D J Makin

Bull, born on or between 1^st March 2023 and 31^st August 2023

1^st – Dieulacresse Admiral  – Messrs Spooner

2^nd – Dieulacresse Anders –  Messrs Spooner

3^rd – Adzor Allman – D J Makin

Intermediate Male Champion – HighHouse Azzuri – J R & H M Whitlow

Reserve Intermediate Male Champion – Dieulacresse Admiral Messrs Spooner

Bull calf born in September 2023

1^st – Pulham Baron – PRJ & LR Vincent

2^nd – Haven Bentley – E L Lewis & Son

3^rd – Free Town Bonus – RA Bradstock & Partners

Bull calf born on or after 1^st October 2023

1^st – Laxfield Spartacus – DC Smith & Son

2^nd – Free Town Broadside – RA Bradstock & Partners

3^rd – Dieulacresse Buxton – Messrs Spooner

Junior Male Champion – Pulham Baron – PRJ & LR Vincent

Reserve Junior Male Champion – Haven Bentley – E L Lewis & Son

Group of three winners – PRJ & LR Vincent

Exhibitor bred pair winners – PRJ & LR Vincent

Champion Traditional Hereford – Carpenters Curly 20^th – I & H Macleod

Reserve Champion Traditional Hereford – Carpenters Brigadier – Mrs S A Cowle

Young Handlers Results

Junior

1^st – Charlie Lake

2^nd – Harriet Edwards

Intermediate

1^st – Lucie Wheelhouse

2^nd – Cerys Mai Jenkins

Senior

1^st – Archie Roberts

2^nd – James Iliff

3^rd – Harriet Froud

 

Barnburn 1 Nolana secures top spot

Many turned out to witness the thirty-six entries forward for this year’s Northern Ireland National Hereford show at Antrim. For the second time in one week, judge Allen Massey from Bury, Lancashire, was put through his paces, assessing the quality cattle presented on the day.

Barnburn 1 Nolana stole the heart of the show and the judge taking many titles to her name, including overall breed and female champion. This eight-year-old veteran is a Panmure 1 Henry daughter, out of a Barnburn 1 Fancy cow and secured best polled animal exhibitor bred and IHBS Champion Cup to name but a few.

Nolana is no stranger to winning and earlier in the year at Lurgan Show she won the cow with calf at foot class and then went on to take overall champion. This strong cow paraded the ring alongside her smart calf, Barnburn 1 Nolana 2^nd who competed in her own heifer born on 1^st September 2023 and before 31^stDecember 2023 class, demonstrating the power of the Hereford breeds strength and maternal qualities.

Next in the lineup was Kinglee 1 Victorious from Trevor Andrews and family. This bull has already successfully taken winning tickets at Balmoral Show in May, where he obtained the overall champion title. Bred by Pete Cobley, Stanton Farm of the Kinglee herd, Victorious now lives with the Mountview Herd and is proving to be a worthy purchase. The young man is out of Kinglee 1 Star 371 and was sired by Cleland 1 Nelson, packing a punch on his pedigrees. This has shone throughout his showing career as he was bull calf champion, overall junior champion and male champion respectively at the National Hereford Poll Show in 2021.

Success was also in the stars for breeder Ciaran Kerr taking not only the reserve male, junior male and overall junior champion with bull Kinnego 1 Amazon but locking in the reserve and junior female champion title with Kinnego 1 Ann too. This outstanding duo then teamed up to take home the progeny pair title.

Kinnego 1 Amazon, a flashy young bull is sired by County Crest Jack and is born out of a homebred cow Kinnego 1 Verity. Kinnego 1 Ann is a March 2023 born heifer and is out of Dernaroy 1 Joy cow and is also sired by County Crest Jack, displaying that show quality really does run in the family.  This half sibling duo naturally caught the eye of the judge, earning the pair many accolades.

Congratulations must go to Ryan and Russell Kelly of the recently established Rossdowney Herd. These new breeders from Co Londonderry are having a successful first show season with their newly purchased heifer Somerville 1 Winnie, winning the heifer born on or after 1^st July 2022 and before 31^st December 2022 class. She then went on to take home the reserve female champion title. Bred by H King of the Somerville herd, Winnie now lives with her new owners. She is out of a Solpoll 1 Fashion cow and is sired by popular bull Normanton 1 Laertes. Finishing off their triumphant day by winning the group of three class, it was clear that it was a good show all round.

Alan Shaw of the Benburb herd celebrates his success by not only taking home the reserve junior female champion title with Benburb 1 Alice 8^th but the reserve junior male championship with Benburb 1 Bert too. Alice is sired by Fabb 1 Northern Star and is out of Benburb 1 Alice 5^th. Benburb 1 Bert is sired by Moorside 1 Panda and is out of Appel 1 Starlight. These 2023 born animals contributed into the Shaw family winning the Robson and OKane Cup for the exhibitor acquiring the most points.

Experienced show handlers and breeders J & W McMordie from Ballygowan, Co Down secured the NIHBA calf champion with Solpoll 1 Amber B2. This young September 2023 born heifer is out of Solpoll 1 Amber N4 and is by Square-D Diesel 957U. A great achievement for their first outing this year, beating all other calves present that day. The flashy young female has a bright future ahead of her.

The Clow Cup was awarded to John Taggart of the Carney Hill herd from Newtownards, Co Down, for the best group of three animals bred by the exhibitor.

In the young handler section Gary Andrews displayed excellent handling and leading skills, earning him first place. He then went on to win the stock persons shield for the best under 18. Gary is a member of the UK Hereford Youth program.

Full results – NIHBA National Show Antrim 2024

Supreme and female champion – Barnburn 1 Nolana – Greer Watson

Reserve supreme and male champion – Kinglee 1 Victorious – Trevor Andrews and family

Reserve male and overall junior and junior male champion – Kinnego 1 Amazon – Ciaran Kerr

Reserve female champion – Somerville 1 Winnie – R&R Kelly

Reserve and junior female champion – Kinnego 1 Ann – Ciaran Kerr

Reserve Junior Female Champion – Benburb 1 Alice 8^th – Alan Shaw

Reserve Junior Male – Benburb 1 Bert – Alan Shaw

Antrim Show Awards

IHBS Champion Cup – Barnburn 1 Nolana – Greer Watson

Tunney Meats Cup (opposite Sex to Champion) – Kinglee 1 Victorious – Trevor Andrews and family

Show Society Cup (Group of 3) – R&R Kelly

Morrison Cup (bull calf) – Benburb 1 Burt – Alan Shaw

NIHBA awards

Newsletter rose bowl (Champion) – Barnburn 1 Nolana – Greer Watson

Barron Cup (Junior Female) – Kinnego 1 Ann – Ciaran Kerr

Ralston Cup (best heifer exhibitor bred) – Kinnego 1 Ann – Ciaran Kerr

Clow Cup (Group of 3 exhibitor Bred) – John Taggart

Stock persons Shield (best under 18) – Gary Andrews

Robert Clarke Cup (best polled animal exhibitor bred) – Barnburn 1 Nolana – Greer Watson

NIHBA Calf Champion – Solpoll 1 Amber B2 – J&W McMordie

Robson and OKane Cup (exhibitor with most points) – Alan Shaw Benburb

Cow or heifer born on or before 31^st December 2021, in calf or calf at foot

1^st Barnburn 1 Nolana – Greer Watson

2^nd Ballypallady 1 Showstopper – R & R Kelly

3^rd Cornriggs 1 Vanity 2^nd – Marcus Murdock

Heifer born on or after 1^st January 2022 and before 30^th June 2022 in calf or calf at foot

1^st Luskypoll 1 Watermelon – John Gill

2^nd Moyadd 1 Winnie – Ciara Fitzpatrick

3^rd Somerville 1 Wren – R & R Kelly

Heifer born on or after 1^st July 2022 and before 31^st December 2022

1^st Somerville 1 Winnie – R & R Kelly

2^nd Benburb 1 Annie – Alan Shaw

3^rd Solpoll 1 Starlet A4 – J &W McMordie

Heifer born on or after 1^st January 2023 and before 31^st August 2023

1^st Kinnego 1 Ann – Ciaran Kerr

2^nd Benburb 1 Alice – Alan Shaw

3^rd Carneyhill 1 Emma 25^th – John Taggart

Heifer born on or before 1^st September 2023 and before 31^st December 2023

1^st Solpoll 1 Amber B2 – J&W McMordie

2^nd Barnburn 1 Nolana 2^nd – Greer Watson

3^rd Moyadd 1 Poppy – Ciara Fitzpatrick

Bull born on or before 31^st March 2022

1^st Kinglee 1 Victorious – Trevor Andrews and family

Bull born on or after 1^st April 2022 and before 31^st December 2022

1^st Carrowboy 1 Perfect – Martin Hamilton

2^nd Lusky 1 Al – John Gill

3^rd Benburb 1 Alan – Alan Shaw

Bull born on or after 1^st January 2023 and on or before 31^st August 2023

1^st Kinnego 1 Amazon – Ciaran Kerr

2^nd Carneyhill 1 Alberto – John Taggart

Bull calf born on or after 1^st September 2023 and on or before 31^st December 2023

1^st Benburb 1 Bert – Alan Shaw

Bull calf born on or after 1^st January 2024

1^st Moyadd 1 Bulmers – Ciara Fitzpatrick

2^nd Roselodge 1 Bon Appetit – Gemma McCorry

3^rd Somerville 1 Bandit – Heather King

Progeny Pair

1^st Ciaran Kerr

2^nd Alan Shaw

3^rd R&R Kelly

Group of Three

1^st R&R Kelly

2^nd John Taggart

3^rd John Gill

Young Handlers

1^st Gary Andrews

2^nd Holly Taggart

3^rd Nathaniel Shaw

 

 

Vodka goes all the way

Under the vigilant eye of judge Robin Irvine from Northern Ireland, twenty-five entries were put forward for him to consider, crowning Dendor 1 Vodka as his champion.

Dendor 1 Vodka has had a successful show season, consistently being among the winners, and continued this streak at the Royal Lancashire Show.  Demonstrating quality, style and reliability in the show ring secures the male and breed champion titles. This April 2021 born bull has frequently secured reserve spots including the Royal Highland Show earlier this year, but now achieves the top position. This accomplishment highlights Vodka’s quality and is a testament to his breeding. Bred by DE, ED & AL Jones is now owned by Miss Bethan Hutchinson. He is out of Dendor 1 Wattle 9^th and sired by Gouldingpoll 1 Moonshine.

Reserve male and reserve breed champion was a young bull from Mrs Emma Jackson, Eveter 1 Alan Jackson. This Solpoll 1 Lawman son, hailing from a Barbern 1 June cow has distinguished himself by winning his class at the Great Yorkshire Show and claiming both the breed and supreme championships at Bury Agricultural Show. His impressive lineage and show performance underline his quality and potential in the field.

Over in the female section, Porton House 1 Duchess 2nd claimed the female championship. She is no stranger to the limelight, having taken the overall top spot at the Royal Norfolk previously. She is a March 2022 born heifer, bred by Paul and Vicky Moyle of Porton House Herefords. Bethan purchased her from a society sale in 2023 and has further enhanced her winning rosettes. Born out of Gouldingpoll 1 Duchess 978 and sired by Dendor 1 Sherlock.

Congratulations go to Maddy Scott for exhibiting Holmefold 1 Lady Luck, who won her heifer, born on or after 1^st January 2023 class and then went on to become reserve female champion. This young heifer was born in 2023 and was born out of Hoghton View 1 Chico 1^st and sired by Hoghton View 1 Kid Rock.

The best pair of Hereford animals’ class was well represented with the Eveter team taking home the winning rosette, with the Hollyvale and Hallwood herds close behind.

The young handler classes were supported by Liam Jackson-Carr and Abbie Jackson-Carr who both came 2^nd in their respective classes.

 

Full Results List

Breed and male champion – Dendor 1 Vodka – Miss B Hutchinson

Reserve breed champion – Eveter 1 Alan Jackson – Mrs Emma Jackson

Female champion – Porton House 1 Duchess – Miss B Hutchinson

Reserve female champion – Holmefold 1 Lady Luck – Maddy Scott

Reserve male champion – Eveter 1 Alan Jackson – Mrs Emma Jackson

Bull, born before 1^st January 2023

1^st Dendor 1 Vodka – Miss B Hutchinson

2^nd Eveter 1 Alan Jackson – Mrs Emma Jackson

3^rd Hallwood 1 Allspice – R & RI Shaw

Bull, born after 1^st January 2023

1^st – JC 1 Austin – Liam Jackson-Carr

2^nd – Coley 1 Andreas – Ms H Whittaker

3^rd – Coley 1 Aristocrat – Ms H Whittaker

Bull, born after 1^st September 2023

1^st – Castle Mount 1 Bonanza – A & P Massey

Cow/heifer, in calf or with calf at foot, born before 1^st January 2022

1^st – Eveter 1 Demelza 5^th – Mrs Emma Jackson

2^nd – Hollyvale 1 June 3^rd – A & P Massey

Heifer, born in 2022

1^st – Porton House 1 Duchess – Miss B Hutchinson

2^nd – Coley 1 Mink 634 – Cara Doggett

3^rd – Taymar 1 Stella 3^rd – Taylor & Marsh

Heifer, born on or after 1^st January 2023

1^st – Holmefold 1 Lady Luck – Maddy Scott

2^nd – Coley 1 Malan 697 – Ms H Whittaker

3^rd – Spartan 1 Elizabeth 2^nd – Rebecca Moore

Heifer, born on or after 1^st September 2023

1^st – Coley 1 Keepsake 706 – Ms H Whittaker

2^nd – Coley 1 Lima 700 – Ms H Whittaker

3^rd – Hollyvale 1 June 6^th – A & P Massey

Best pair of Hereford animals

1^st Mrs Emma Jackson

2^nd A & P Massey

3^rd R & RI Shaw

Regal by name, Regal by nature

Breeders and supporters flocked to this years Royal Welsh Show, witnessing the spectacle of Hereford judging in the cattle ring.

Experienced judge, Mr Allen Massey from Bury, Lancashire had the hard task of selecting his champions from nearly thirty pedigree animals put forward. To kick off proceedings were the bull classes with Cleland 1 Regal taking the male and overall male championship. This Solpoll 1 Kitkat son was bred by Nesbitt Farms Ltd, and is out of Cleland 1 Treat 17^th, but is now shown under L and L Bowen of the Bowendu prefix.

Regal is a 2018 born bull and started his showing career at Bath and West Show in 2019, where he came 2^nd. Taking some time out of the show ring he went on to work on a suckler herd, serving Hereford X cows, but has made a royal comeback having matured into a powerful bull. His power and presence were felt in the ring, making him the champion of champions.

Standing as reserve male champion and securing the junior male champion was Glenvale 1 Hoskins Sotutu from T G, E I & E N Thorne, Pembrokeshire. A March 2023 born bull sired by Alderville 1 Dover out of a homebred cow Glenvale 1 Angela 680 performed well on home turf. This follows a recent success at the Royal Three Counties show, where this flashy young bull took the reserve junior male spot. Other successes include 1^st at Agri Expo and was junior male champion and reserve overall male champion at the society’s show and sale back in April.

Reserve junior male champion went to Kingsland 1 Armalight from Vaughans Farms Ltd Herefordshire. Not lacking in quality, the young bull held his own in the class. The 2023 born bulls dam is Kingsland 1 Cassiopeia 5^th and sired by Gouldingpoll 1 Moonshine.

The females were prominently represented, with one of the younger heifers taking the stage. Midford 1 Elke 1^st from William Awan, Somerset, captivated the audience and the judge alike, making a memorable impression. This exhibitor bred March 2023 born heifer is out of Bosbury 1 Elke 50 and sired by Grifford 1 Try. Earning first place is already a remarkable feat, and advancing to become the female and reserve breed champion showcases her remarkable qualities.

Elke began her showing career at the North Somerset Show where she held reserve interbreed champion. Following that at the Bath and West Show, she secured first place in her respective class, and then went on to take female and overall breed champion. But the winning did not stop there, as she was reserve overall interbreed native champion, interbreed junior native heifer champion and interbreed junior champion.

Reserve female champion went to Keadyview 1 Pippa Kicks exhibited by Steven and Helen O’Kane of Keadyview Livestock. This embryo is a Moralee 1 Rebel Kicks and Coley 1 Pippa daughter, demonstrating power throughout. The three-year-old stood strong in her class and continued to shine through to secure the reserve title.

Also winning her class was Moralee Curly C1288 from T & D Harrison of Moralee Herefords. This outstanding heifer is the progeny of Auckvale Curly 1831S who was purchased for 10,000 gns at the Designer Genes sale. The 2022 born heifer stood out amongst her peers and was a worthy winner, further showcasing the Moralee breeding.

Full Results List

Breed and male champion – Cleland 1 Regal – L & L Bowen

Reserve breed and female champion – Midford 1 Elke 1^st – W Awan

Reserve female champion – Keadyview 1 Pippa Kicks – Keadyview Livestock

Reserve male champion – Glenvale 1 Hoskins Sotutu – T G, E I & E N Thorne

Junior male champion – Glenvale 1 Hoskins Sotutu – T G, E I & E N Thorne

Reserve Junior male champion – Kingsland 1 Armalight – Vaughans Farms Ltd

Bull, born on or before 31^st August 2022

1^st Cleland 1 Regal – L & L Bowen

2^nd Severnvale Rogue – EG Mills

Bull, born on or between 1st January 2023 and 30^th April 2023

1^st – Glenvale 1 Hoskins Sotutu – TG, EI & EN Thorne

2^nd – Kingsland 1 Armalight  – Vaughans Farms Ltd

3^rd – Dendor 1 Axel – DE, ED & AL Jones

Cow, in calf or with calf at foot, born on or before 31^st December 2021

1^st – Keadyview 1 Pippa Kicks – Keadyview Livestock

2^nd – Mountview 1 Lady – Creuddyn Herefords

3^rd – Ashnan 1 Elsa – A & N Hughes

Heifer, in calf or with calf at foot, born on or between 1^st Jan and 31^st Aug 2022

1^st – Parkapella 1 Mandy – Mr & Mrs S Coates

2^nd – Moorside 1 HC Jane 24^th – Creuddyn Herefords

3^rd – Cynin Governess 4^th – OEM & EM Jones & Roberts

Heifer, born on or between 1^st September 2022 and 31^st Dec 2022

1^st – Moralee Curly C1288 – T & D Harrison

2^nd – Studdolph 1 Barbie 884 – TG, EI & EN Thorne

3^rd – Harvest 1 Ruth – Glynis & David Sharman

Heifer, born on or between 1^st Jan and 31^st March 2023

1^st – Midford 1 Elke 1^st – W Awan

2^nd – Bowendu 1 Holly 3^rd – L & L Bowen

3^rd – Newtoncroft 1 Luna 502 – Mr & Mrs S Coates

Heifer, born on or after 1^st April 2023

1^st – Dendor 1 Lilac Wine 44^th – DE, ED & AL Jones

2^nd – Ashdale 3 Queen 907 – MT & EE Jones

3^rd – Keadyview 1 Pippa B29 – Keadyview Livestock