Game fair -Birr

minktrapper

Is Birr game fair still on 25 and 26 August.

dodderangler

As far as I aware It is
Il be going on the Sunday it's supposed to be better

TriggerPL

dodderangler wrote: »

As far as I aware It is
Il be going on the Sunday it's supposed to be better

I might be there Sunday too , be gud to meet up

LB6

will be there Sat and Sun

dodderangler

TriggerPL wrote: »

dodderangler wrote: »

As far as I aware It is
Il be going on the Sunday it's supposed to be better

I might be there Sunday too , be gud to meet up

Let us know I might bring the hawk down as there's lads there sellin falconry stuff an I want to get a tail mount put on her

dev110

I will be there either both days or just the Sunday.

Does be a good day out

Jonty

I didn't like it last year, so I won't be going.

widgeon78

Hi lads lm from birr the fair is on the 25 and 26

beretta firearm

widgeon78 wrote: »

Hi lads lm from birr the fair is on the 25 and 26

Im going on the sunday

garv123

Anyone know of anything particular worth looking out for up there?

There was nothing great there last year but shur tis a day out i suppose

beretta firearm

garv123 wrote: »

Anyone know of anything particular worth looking out for up there?

There was nothing great there last year but shur tis a day out i suppose

682 gold e prize at the clays

anthonyos

im going to head to this aswell i have never been to a game fair so should be good

dev110

Anyone going to try their hand at the clays?

dodderangler

garv123 wrote: »

Anyone know of anything particular worth looking out for up there?

There was nothing great there last year but shur tis a day out i suppose

The falconry show mate
Il be there ( not showing off the bird tho) but I know 1or2 lads that'll be on show I think with hawks owls and falcons think an eagle aswell
Il be interested in the falconry stalls obviously and ferreting part( there's also a fella selling good hunting stock ferret kits for 20 euro)
Also il be looking at scopes and bipods for my dads .22 magnum
One or two lads on this I'd be happy to see there if yas are going pm me

Vizzy

I probably pop up there on Sunday.
Might bring the dog along as well.

As regards picking stuff up.I'll definitely be heading for Decoyer's stall.
All sorts of goodies and a gent as well

garv123

Vizzy wrote: »

I probably pop up there on Sunday.
Might bring the dog along as well.

As regards picking stuff up.I'll definitely be heading for Decoyer's stall.
All sorts of goodies and a gent as well

Be sure to keep the dog on a tight lead, heard there was a few went missing last year.
Padlocks on the collar



Anyone looking to pick up some stuff cheap sunday afternoon is the time to get stuff for half the asking price. Lads got stuff for nothing last year instead the stall owner having to pack it up and bring it home.

poulo6.5

Vizzy wrote: »

I probably pop up there on Sunday.
Might bring the dog along as well.

As regards picking stuff up.I'll definitely be heading for Decoyer's stall.
All sorts of goodies and a gent as well

I should be there on Sunday. I'll have the springer with me. Will you have a vizsla with you. I hope the weather gives us a break. Last time I was there it pissed down for the day.

Vizzy

Yeah I'll bring the Vizsla and try to keep Garv from acquiring him.
As I say I hope to go Sunday but this might change depenfing on the weather.

If you are there I'll find you

poulo6.5

Vizzy wrote: »

Yeah I'll bring the Vizsla and try to keep Garv from acquiring him.
As I say I hope to go Sunday but this might change depenfing on the weather.

If you are there I'll find you

Ya I'll be the one wearing green and walking a dog. I should stand out like sore thumb.

Grizzly 45

Havent been at it in a few years.Might bimble down on Sunday.

garyc007

might chance going for a couple of hours early on sunday

jellybaby21

dodderangler wrote: »

The falconry show mate
Il be there ( not showing off the bird tho) but I know 1or2 lads that'll be on show I think with hawks owls and falcons think an eagle aswell
Il be interested in the falconry stalls obviously and ferreting part( there's also a fella selling good hunting stock ferret kits for 20 euro)
Also il be looking at scopes and bipods for my dads .22 magnum
One or two lads on this I'd be happy to see there if yas are going pm me

Falconry stalls?Who is having a stall there?I have been to Birr game fair a few times now and have never seen a falconry stall there.Who is doing the display this year?

patsat

What time would the stalls be closing there lads? I'm working Saturday so I'd only be able to make it up for 6 wud this be too late?

Or else what time wud the stalls be open on Sunday morning?

Tikkat3

patsat wrote: »

What time would the stalls be closing there lads? I'm working Saturday so I'd only be able to make it up for 6 wud this be too late?

Or else what time wud the stalls be open on Sunday morning?

You definitely would be better off waiting until Sunday if you cant make it by 6pm on the Saturday.

Everything usually kicks off around 9-9:30am on the Sunday.

patsat

Think I'll have to give it a miss so if I was to go on Sunday I'd have to be leavin the place at half 11 to be back for a match!

spudy1991

im going sunday too me and the missus

pheasntstalker

i hope to venture down sunday with a bit of luck:Dbe nice to meet up

lucky john

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Originally Posted by patsat
What time would the stalls be closing there lads? I'm working Saturday so I'd only be able to make it up for 6 wud this be too late?

Or else what time wud the stalls be open on Sunday morning?

Most stalls would be up and running by 9.30 Sunday morning and not too many about at that stage so you would get in a fair bit in a couple of hours. You'd get parking fairly close at that time as well.
Its the bigest fair of the year( and last) for most of the exibitors so lots of bargins.

On dogs going missing last year. I heard lots of people talking about that. Young brats going around distracting owners pretending to admire your dog while his friend snips the lead. As long as you are aware of the problem it should be ok. There was a surprising number of people there with dogs in tow(or towing) last year and the vast majorty had a good day out.

alan86

First time going lads. Just wondering what is the better day to go and what time u should be there for.

homerhop

sunday is giving the better weather report

charlie10

alan86 wrote: »

First time going lads. Just wondering what is the better day to go and what time u should be there for.

the dogs are early sunday i think so its up to u what time u go .ill be there early and for the day my girlfriend loves birr she cant wait!!

ace86

is there any good traders there selling shooting leggings at a reasonable price for rough ground and the likes?

lucky john

First time going lads. Just wondering what is the better day to go and what time u should be there for.

Saturday will be the quitest day so easier to stroll around and see whats going on. Sunday will be very busy but the game fair athmosphere is excelent. More of a family day as well.

Come prepaired for the weather either day. Birr castle has plenty of gravel roads through the main village area so that helps a lot. The ground there is fairly good so parking should be ok. Its well organized so I'm sure they are prepaired for the weather.

is there any good traders there selling shooting leggings at a reasonable price for rough ground and the likes?

Plenty off all types of hunting gear on sale. I expect there may be more traders over from the UK this year because their Fairs were a wash out.

lucky john

Just back from sitting up in birr. Bring the wellies tomorrow for sure, the ground is soft to say the least.

anthonyos

was there today thought it was very good and mucky i got 12 pigeon shells 30euro 10 dead bird cradles 20 and a 5 mtr camo net 20 now im set for my first pigeon shooting in the morning:):) picked up some wild boar susages aswell very tasty

remmie223

Heading to birr in the morning, never been before. Really looking forward to it

4200fps

ace86 wrote: »

is there any good traders there selling shooting leggings at a reasonable price for rough ground and the likes?

Seen one stall not far from the big NRGC tent that had what your talking about. Torn proof
material, didn't price it. Looked ok nothing super if you know what i mean

TriggerPL

Headed up today instead Gud day weather was grand ! Got few bits I was looking! Picked up a crazy critter for 35 euro for foxs always wanted to try one . Lakeland shooting centre has a lovely set up there showing zeiss scopes and a selection of shotguns . First time at birr , and enjoyed it the nargc tent was buzzing and lots to see there .

Any of ye thinking about dog food there a crowd called Nutts in the nargc tent I've been using Nutts for 2 years now and can not fault them

LB6

Hey up all. Just in the door and I'm jacked. Spent the day at the Harbour House Archery, just on your right as you come in the main gate.

Must firstly commend our own gang for a great set-up. Good support and supervision of all who wanted to try the archery. Come on over and introduce yourselves. I'll be there again tomorrow.

Shar.

BTW. The NASRPC have a great stand there too, just beside the Telescope. Not only getting support for themselves, but clubs are also represented in there along with the NRA who are taking names for various courses. Lovely display and as usual, the gang are great craic. Well done.

See ye tomorrow. Make sure to drop by. Weather is promised good until late afternoon, so bring the wellies, got a bit dug up today.

alan86

Went today for the first time had a grate day out brought herself whit me and she enjoyed it aswell. I was talking to ur man in the nuts stand at €11 a bag i think i will give it a go.

charlie10

alan86 wrote: »

Went today for the first time had a grate day out brought herself whit me and she enjoyed it aswell. I was talking to ur man in the nuts stand at €11 a bag i think i will give it a go.

did u fly by the springer tests there today by any chance alan

lucky john

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This might be of interest to some. ROI v NI spanel trials today. first photo I posted so not sure if its that great.

The ground started to dry up this evening so should be fairly good tomorrow.

There was a guy there promoting a new " gundog fair" in Sligo at the end of Sept. Not sure what its about, kind of a buy and sell fair for gun dogs rather than Game Fair I think.
I can post a web address if it would interest anyone,

charlie10

there is an add on doonedeal about that fair actually in the springer section

Invincible

4200fps wrote: »

ace86 wrote: »

is there any good traders there selling shooting leggings at a reasonable price for rough ground and the likes?

Seen one stall not far from the big NRGC tent that had what your talking about. Torn proof
material, didn't price it. Looked ok nothing super if you know what i mean

Did you cook the wild boar you got there yet?

alan86

charlie10 wrote: »

did u fly by the springer tests there today by any chance alan

Ya went over a watched for a bit it was alright nothing major. Very hard to judge the dogs when its mostly just short grass they are hunting. Stil good to watch tho.

anthonyos

Invincible wrote: »

Did you cook the wild boar you got there yet?

ye myself herself and my two brothers had them when we got home they were good eating we all liked them im sorry i didnt get e few other things they had like pheasant and duck burgers and game pie

4200fps

Invincible wrote: »

Did you cook the wild boar you got there yet?

I did, its very nice, very little fat on it. I'll save you a steak. I've two left. Lads at the fair try out the wild boar meat. Its fair tasty

Invincible

4200fps wrote: »

I did, its very nice, very little fat on it. I'll save you a steak. I've two left. Lads at the fair try out the wild boar meat. Its fair tasty

Looking forward to it

LB6

Make sure ye call in to see us in Harbour House too. 200m up from the main arena on the road towards the main gate.

pheasntstalker

posting on boards on this fine sunday morning when i should be in birr:mad::mad: was let down by a lad ,hope every one that went had a good day,will make the pilgrimage next year for defininite,:( very pissed off to say the least:mad::mad:

EPointer=Birdss

Lads great to read all the updates on the fair.
Not a fan after been to the UK one last year but usually a day out of sorts.
Couldn't make it this year due to herself wanting a break but ye are all in my thoughts as I roast my chest nuts here by the pool. I did puss a bit when I realized there was a clash but feck it I'm here now my prioraties have changed. I won't admit she was right though so shhhsh!
I'll flick ye on a post of a few beer or cocktails later

For now this will cheer me I mean ye up