THE CARBERY SHOW SOCIETY COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE

The Carbery Show Society Limited by Guarantee is a long‑standing charitable organisation that stages the annual Carbery Show, an agricultural exhibition first founded in 1836. Based in the Showgrounds of Skibbereen, Co. Cork, the Society brings together farmers, artisans, families and local businesses each July for a vibrant celebration of rural life and home‑grown produce.

The show offers an extensive programme of competitive classes, ranging from horses, ponies and dairy and beef cattle to the headline events – the Cork County Yearling Championship and the Cork County Beef Bull Championship. Inside the main hall, visitors can explore horticulture displays, flower‑arranging workshops, photography, arts and crafts, and cookery exhibitions, while dedicated junior sections encourage the next generation of exhibitors in pony, cattle, horticulture, craft and culinary skills. Family‑friendly entertainment includes a popular pet dog show, Irish‑dance competitions, live music and a mobile pet farm, creating a lively atmosphere for all ages.

In addition to the agricultural and cultural attractions, the Carbery Show provides a bustling trade arena where local enterprises