Bad weather forces cancellation of leading Mayo agricultural show

Swinford Agricultual Show, due to take place next Sunday, has been cancelled.

A statement issued by the organisers outlined: "It is with great regret that Swinford Agricultural Show has made the very difficult decision to cancel this year's show.

"The decision was taken in the interest of health and safety as a result of the quantity of rain that has fallen since Sunday and the unfavourable forecast for the next few days.

"This month 177mm of rain has fallen here in Swinford, 76mm in the last seven days alone.

"Everyone who entries in the show to date will be contacted by the committee and full refunds will be issued.

"We take this opportunity to thank all our hard working committee and volunteers who have done so much work for this year's show. We would also like to thank our sponsors.

"Thank you for your continued support. We apologise for any inconvenience that this may have caused."