Fundraisers for Marie Curie and the Alzheimer’s Society have expressed their thanks to Seamus Gillan for his generous donation of a horse trap and horse gig toward their big charity auction on 3 May. The auction, taking place at 11am in Armoy Livestock Mart, aims to raise funds for the Alzheimer’s Society and Marie Curie Cancer Care.

Pictured is Seamus Gillan, right, with Malachy Butler form Marie Curie. Event organisers would like to thank all those who have donated items already and have requested further donations, such as gift vouchers, art, equipment, machinery and livestock to help make the auction a success.

For more information, contact Malachy Butler on 07761840917.

Thurs 27 March & 3 April

  • CAFRE APHIS online training, Newry, 7.30pm to 9.30pm. To book, contact 9442 6699.

    • Fri 28 & Sat 29 March

  • Glenavy & District Club vintage show and auction at Danescroft Equestrian, Waterloo Road, Lisburn, Friday 4pm to 9pm, Saturday 10am to 4.30pm.

    • Mon 31 March

  • Dorset sheep 30 pedigree ram lambs, show and sale, Ballymena mart, 7pm.

    • Wed 2 April

  • Prime fat lamb show and sale, Ballymena mart, 11am.
  • Show and sale of Aberdeen Angus crossbred cattle, Dungannon mart, 11am.

    • Sat 5 April

  • Clydesdale stallion parade and show, Kilrea mart, 11.30am.