Irish hand-shearing record attempt

ARE you nippy and snippy with a hand shears? If so, your help is needed to set a new Irish record in Mayo this weekend.

As part of the Connacht Spring Show on Sunday, May 15, in Ballinrobe, Western Alzheimer's are seeking 200 sheep shearers to hand shear 200 sheep at the same time - for a minimum of five minutes each - in order to create a new Irish record.

In addition, they are also looking for the best hand-shearing 'clan' in Connacht.

The entry fee of €15 for shearers will also cover the entry fee to the show, and entries will be taken on the day - all you need to do is bring along your hand shears.

All proceeds raised on the day will go to Western Alzheimer's.

For more details, ring (094) 9364900.