Located along the west coast of Irelanda on the Carne airstrip in Belmullet, Co Mayo, Erris Agricultural Show is one Ireland's most scenic agricultural shows.

This year's show took place on Sunday 27 July, attracting all kinds of spectators and exhibitors, showcasing the best of what the west of Ireland has to offer.

Enjoy these images from this year's show.

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In pictures

Alex McGreal lending a hand to his father Shane from Ballinrobe, Co. Mayo, as they prepare their heifer calf — born after March 1st — for showing at the Erris Agricultural Show. \ Michael McLaughlin

Anna and Roisin Scott from Aughagower, Westport with their Belgian Blue heifer, awarded 2nd Place in the Best Suckler-Type Heifer class — a strong contender for future suckler cow at the Erris Agricultural Show. \ Michael McLaughlin

Paddy Joe Gaughan from Bangor Erris and his son Sean celebrating first place in the Mayo Blackface aged ewes category at the Erris Agricultural Show. \ Michael McLaughlin

Rosettes awarded during the sheep judging at the Erris Agricultural Show — recognising the best pair of Mayo Blackface ewe hoggets in a competitive and proud local tradition.\ Michael McLaughlin

Tommy Conway from Ballycroy taking first place in the Best Pair of Ewe Hoggets category at the Erris Agricultural Show — showcasing top-quality Mayo Blackface breeding.\ Michael McLaughlin

Breeder Michael Oliver of Lisnacrann, Swinford pictured with his Simmental Reserve Champion at the Erris Agricultural Show — proudly representing top-quality breeding and livestock presentation. \ Michael McLaughlin

Poultry judge Niall Murphy from Monivea, Co. Galway in action at the Erris Agricultural Show with Jimmy Geraghy Erris Show— expertly assessing a diverse range of poultry breeds, from rare and exotic to traditional favourites.\ Michael McLaughlin

Poultry judge Niall Murphy from Monivea, Co. Galway in action at the Erris Agricultural Show — expertly assessing a diverse range of poultry breeds, from rare and exotic to traditional favourites.\ Michael McLaughlin

Shane McGreal from Ballinrobe with his wife Stacy and son Alex, proudly presenting their Angus Cattle Society Champion — also named Overall Pedigree Champion at the Erris Agricultural Show. \ Michael McLaughlin

Freestyle motocross thrills from Evan Mullarkey at the Erris Agricultural Show — bringing high-flying energy and excitement to the day’s events. \ Michael McLaughlin

Hand shearing in action at the Erris Agricultural Show — from left to right: Brendan Doherty (Carrowteigue), Sean O’Boyle (Bangor), and Pascal O’Boyle showcasing skill, tradition, and speed in this timeless test of craftsmanship. \ Michael McLaughlin

Leah Staunton from Rosspoint, County Sligo, walking her Charolais heifer Sagesse Vera, the Overall Reserve Champion at the Erris Agricultural Show. \ Michael McLaughlin

Handlers John Sammon and Aaron Dempsey, showing on behalf of Thomas Dempsey, leading a heifer calf born after March 1st to the parade ring at the Erris Agricultural Show. \ Michael McLaughlin

Declan Davis from Williamstown, Co. Galway grooming a prize-winning calf with Derek Davis, who took 2nd place in the Best Bull or Heifer Calf Born After March 1st, 2025. Also looking on is Gillian Davis. The family also secured 2nd place in the Junior Breeding Heifer Under 350kg class at the Erris Agricultural Show. \ Michael McLaughlin

Eithne Williams and her grandson Jack from Gurteen, Co. Sligo enjoying a day out at the Erris Agricultural Show. \ Michael McLaughlin

Adrian Flatley from Glann, Kilkelly, Co. Mayo with his Overall Commercial Champion Limousin at the Erris Agricultural Show — a standout example of quality breeding and presentation.\ Michael McLaughlin

A colourful display of skill and seasonality — winner of the Best Arrangement of Vegetables at the Erris Agricultural Show, showcasing homegrown pride and creative presentation.\ Michael McLaughlin

Celebrating culinary heritage with traditional Irish boxty at the Erris Agricultural Show — a beloved potato dish passed down through generations in rural Ireland.\ Michael McLaughlin

Celebrating rural life, tradition, and community spirit at the Erris Agricultural Show in County Mayo. \ Michael McLaughlin

Competitors using electric clippers in the machine sheep shearing competition at the Erris Agricultural Show. \ Michael McLaughlin