Harrison & Hetherington Galloway Show & Sale – Carlisle

Entries close Friday 2nd October 2026

A reminder that entries for the Harrison & Hetherington Galloway Show & Sale at Carlisle close on Friday 2nd October 2026.

The Show & Sale will take place on Friday 6th November 2026 at Harrison & Hetherington, Carlisle.

Please ensure your entries are submitted to Pedigree Office, Carlisle by the closing date.

Ballymena Show and Sale – 4^th September 2026

Strong Trade at Ballymena for Joint Galloway Sale

The third annual joint show and sale of Belted, Black, and White Galloways was once again held at Ballymena Mart, with the event kindly hosted by J.A. McClelland & Sons Ltd.

While entries were smaller in number, the standard of cattle forward was excellent and was met with strong demand from buyers. It was particularly encouraging to see interest from both new and returning customers, with keen competition for the cattle on offer reflected in a substantial increase in sale averages compared with the previous year.

The marked rise in averages, together with the strength of the trade throughout the sale, provided a very positive indication of the continued demand for quality Galloway cattle in Northern Ireland and growing confidence in the breed.

Show Champion & Top Price

Taking the Overall Championship was the impressive young bull Loyalist L1 of Ballyvaddy, bred and exhibited by husband-and-wife team Tom and Kate Madden, Ballyvaddy, Glencloy, Ballymena, Co. Antrim. At just 11 months old, Loyalist L1 is by the Australian AI sire Cross EI Toro SX D13 and out of Gay 2nd of Telcoy, a daughter of the ET-bred Dakota of Upper Buckna. The stylish young bull certainly caught the eye of buyers, with strong interest around the sale ring. He was eventually secured by John and Ann Finlay of Blackcraig, Corsock, Castle Douglas, and will make the journey across the Irish Sea to his new home. Selling for an impressive 4,600gns, Loyalist L1 set a new centre record.

Reserve Champion

The Reserve Championship went to the stylish heifer Gruige Dympna, bred and exhibited by Dessy Henry of Gruige Farm, Cloughmills, Ballymena.

Born in 2023, Dympna is sired by Blaze of Kilnstown and out of Kirkstead Nancy E12, a daughter of Kirkstead Vindicator. She came to Ballymena with show-ring credentials, having stood second in her class at the 2026 Ballymoney Show. Dympna attracted plenty of interest around the sale ring before being secured by J. Torrens of Ballymoney for 3,200gns. She was sold in calf to Trolosse Hunor.

Female Top Price

It proved to be an excellent day for Dessy Henry of Gruige Farm, who also claimed the top female price of the day with Gruige Emer, selling for  4,200gns.

Born in 2024, this eye-catching heifer is sired by Troloss Nutter and out of Barlaes Brownie 250th. Emer attracted strong interest before being secured by Mr J. Torrens of Ballymoney, the same purchaser who had earlier bought Reserve Champion Gruige Dympna.

Dessy Henry’s strong run of trade continued when Gruige Eva, another daughter of Troloss Nutter, sold for 3,600gns, once again to J. Torrens of Ballymoney.

Further success followed with Gruige Faye and Gruige Fionnuala, both daughters of Trolosse Hunor, selling to returning buyer Mark Finlay of Ballyeaston for 3000gns and 2600gns respectively. 

Returning purchaser Mark Finlay of Ballyeaston continued to invest in quality Galloway genetics, adding the only other bull forward, Armoy Minnesota Viking, to his purchases at 3,800gns. The 18-month-old bull was bred and exhibited by Mr B. Huey of Armoy, Ballymoney, Co. Antrim. Sired by Oisen CP4 of Castlegore and out of Beth G of Castlegore, a daughter of Troloss Knight Rider, Minnesota Viking also brought with him an impressive show-ring record. He had been successfully exhibited at both Ballymoney and Ballymena Shows, securing first and second prizes respectively. His purchase at 3,800gns completed a notable day’s trading for Mark Finlay, who had earlier secured the Trolosse Hunor daughters Gruige Faye and Gruige Fionnuala.

 Averages

In calf heifers - £3849.90 (+£647.40)

Bulls- £4410 (+£1995)

Judge;-  Mr John Carson, Castle Douglas. 

Class results 

Class 1 Cow born on or before 31/08/23

No entries 

Class 2 Heifer born 01/09/23 to 31/08/24

1^st Gruige  Dympna  exhibited by Mr D Henry,  dob 02/09/23 sire Blaze of Kilnstown dam Kirkstead Nancy E12 sold  to J Torrens, 115 Vow Road, Ballymoney for 3200gns

 Class 3 Heifer born 01/09/23 to 31/08/24

 No entries

Class 4 bull or heifer born on or after 01/09/25

1^st Loyalist L1 of Ballyvaddy exhibited by T & K Madden dob 22/09/25 sire Cross El Toro SX D13 dam Gay 2^nd of Tecloy sold to J & A Finlay, Blackcraig, Corsock for 4600gns 

Class 5 Bull born on or before 31/08/25

1^st   Armoy Minnesota Viking exhibited by Mr B Huey, dob 03/03/25 sire Oisen CP4 of Castlegore dam Beth G3 of Castlegore sold to Mark Finlay, Ballyeaston for 3800gns

 Galloway Champion  -  Loyalist L1 of Ballyaddy - bred and exhibited by T & K Madden, Ballyvaddy 

Galloway Reserve Champion  - Gruige Dympna – bred and exhibited by Mr D Henry, Gruige.  

A pedigree Galloway cow has started the autumn calving season in remarkable fashion, giving birth to four live, healthy calves – three bulls and a heifer – in what could be a first for the historic breed.

Political of Balgray delivered the naturally conceived quadruplets on 1 September 2026, with all four calves reported to be alive, strong and doing well.

Quadruplet births are exceptionally rare in cattle and, at present, the Galloway Cattle Society is not aware of another recorded case of a pedigree Galloway cow producing four live calves at a single calving.

The Society is now keen to hear from breeders in the UK and overseas who may know of a previous authenticated case.

Political of Balgray is no stranger to the spotlight. Bred in the renowned Balgray herd, she is by Troloss Impeccable, out of Penninghame Union.

She was sold for 6,000gns at the Balgray dispersal sale in October 2025 to Dexter and Carolyn Logan and has since continued to make her mark, including standing second in the cow class at the 2026 Royal Highland Show.

What makes the arrival of the quadruplets even more remarkable is that Political was given just one opportunity with the bull during a 48-hour period and was never seen to return. The sire of all four calves is Kirkstead Fugative, who was kindly loaned to Dexter and Carolyn Logan by his owner, Richard Nixon, last year. She was subsequently halter trained and shown throughout the summer with her heifer calf at foot – with no indication that she was carrying four new lives inside her. 

When the time came, Political took it all in her stride, calving outside and completely unassisted, safely delivering three bull calves and a heifer.

Her latest achievement may prove to be her most remarkable yet.

Dorothy Goldie, Secretary of  Galloway Cattle Society said:

“Four live, naturally conceived calves from one Galloway cow is quite extraordinary. We are not aware of another recorded case, but before claiming a breed first we would love to hear from Galloway breeders around the world who may know otherwise.

“Most importantly, Political and all four calves are strong and doing well. The timing makes it even more special as the Galloway Cattle Society celebrates its 150th anniversary in 2027. After almost a century and a half of recording and promoting the breed, it would be remarkable to have a potential breed first on the eve of such an important milestone.”

As preparations build for the Society’s 150th anniversary, the arrival of four healthy calves from a single pedigree cow provides a memorable addition to the Galloway’s long history.

The Society would be delighted to hear from anyone who can provide documented evidence of a previous set of Galloway quadruplets, either in the UK or elsewhere in the world.

2027 World Galloway Congress Invitation and Itinerary Launched

The Galloway Cattle Society is delighted to announce that the official invitation and itinerary for the 2027 World Galloway Congress have now been released, marking an exciting milestone as preparations continue for what will be two very special celebrations.

The 2027 World Galloway Congress will be hosted jointly by the Galloway Cattle Society and the Belted Galloway Cattle Society, bringing together breeders, members and friends of Galloway Family breeds from across the world.

The Congress will take delegates on a memorable journey through Ireland, Scotland and England, offering an opportunity to experience the diversity of Galloway,  Belted Galloway White Galloways and Riggits cattle and meet the breeders and families behind some of the leading herds across all three countries.

Alongside hosting the international Galloway community, 2027 will also mark the 150th Anniversary of the Galloway Cattle Society. Founded in 1877, this important anniversary provides an opportunity to celebrate the Society’s history and recognise the generations of breeders and members who have worked to promote, protect and develop the Galloway breed over the past century and a half.

Together, these two celebrations – the World Galloway Congress and the Galloway Cattle Society’s 150th Anniversary – promise to make 2027 a particularly memorable year for the Galloway community.

The Congress programme will showcase the rich heritage of both the Galloway,  Belted Galloway, White Galloway and Riggit breeds, while also highlighting their continuing importance within modern, sustainable livestock farming. Delegates will have the opportunity to visit herds and agricultural businesses, experience the countryside and farming traditions of Ireland, Scotland and England, and, importantly, enjoy time together with fellow breeders from around the world.

The Society is also delighted to welcome Scottish Woodlands Ltd as Gold Sponsor of the 2027 World Galloway Congress.

Scottish Woodlands Ltd is one of the UK’s leading forestry management companies, with a strong presence throughout Scotland and extensive experience in woodland creation, forest management and sustainable land use. Working closely with farmers, landowners and rural businesses, the company has a strong connection with the countryside and those who manage it.

Their commitment to the rural sector and sustainable land management makes Scottish Woodlands Ltd a particularly fitting partner for the Congress. The Galloway Family is extremely grateful for their generous support and looks forward to working with the Scottish Woodlands team as preparations continue.

Galloway, Belted Galloway, White Galloways and Riggit cattle are now established in countries throughout the world, and the World Congress provides an important opportunity for the international community to come together, exchange knowledge and experiences, renew old friendships and create new ones.

With the official invitations and itineraries now available, excitement is building for what promises to be an unforgettable event, travelling through Ireland, Scotland and England, celebrating the worldwide Galloway community and marking 150 years of the Galloway Cattle Society.

The Galloway Cattle Society Belted Galloway Cattle Society and Riggit Cattle Society very much look forward to welcoming delegates from around the world in 2027 and sharing these two very special celebrations together.

For further information, or for any questions regarding the 2027 World Galloway Congress, please contact:

Galloway Cattle Society
Email: info@gallowaycattlesociety.co.uk

Alternatively, for enquiries regarding travel arrangements, bookings and the Congress tour, please contact our official travel partners:

Field Farm Tours Ltd
Email: info@fieldfarmtours.co.uk

The Galloway Cattle Society,  Belted Galloway Cattle Society  and the Riggit Cattle Society look forward to welcoming Galloway enthusiasts from around the world to Ireland, Scotland and England in 2027 for what promises to be an unforgettable World Congress and a very special celebration of the Galloway Cattle Society’s 150th Anniversary.

 

 Dumfries and Lockerbie  Show – 1^st August, 2026

 

Judge – Mr Alan Nixon, Nunscleugh, Roweltown, Carlisle  

 

The prestigious Championship title at this year’s Dumfries Show was awarded to Kirkstead Lea G11, exhibited by the Ross family of Romesbeoch, Shawhead.

The stylish 46-month-old heifer is sired by Blackcraig Bugsy Malone and out of Kirkstead Lea D14, herself a daughter of the renowned Troloss Impeccable.

Kirkstead Lea G11 was purchased at the Castle Douglas Spring Sale in 2024 for 2,400gns and was shown with her stylish heifer calf, Lea 3001 of Romesbeoch an Ego of Romesbeoch daughter. She is no stranger to success, having claimed the Championship at the 2025 Royal Highland Show, Reserve Championship titles at both the 2026 Royal Highland Show and the Great Yorkshire Show, and, more recently, the coveted Champion of Champions title at Stewartry Show.

The Reserve Championship was awarded to the much-admired bull calf Rogan Cameron, exhibited by Society Vice Chairperson Carolyn Logan and her husband Dexter, of Greenhead, Alva, Stirling. Born on 2 October 2025, Rogan Cameron is a son of the world-record-priced bull Blackcraig Dyker, who was kindly loaned by Ian Campbell. Rogan Cameron was joined by another Blackcraig Dyker son, Rogan Carona, to win the McIlwraith Pairs Trophy.

Looking ahead, 2027 promises to be a landmark year for the Galloway Cattle Society as it celebrates its 150th anniversary. As part of the celebrations, the Society will be delighted to welcome delegates from around the globe for the World Galloway Congress, while Dumfries Show will proudly host the Society’s National Show. Together, these events will make for a truly memorable occasion and a date for everyone’s diary. 

 

Breed Champion 

J & S Ross -   Kirkstead Lea G11

 

Reserve Breed Champion – Rogan Cameron

 

 Leading Awards

 

Frank Hunter Blair Memorial Trophy  National show trophy - Won by J & S Ross -   Kirkstead Lea G11

D1314

 

Union Challenge Cup For Best Galloway  - Won by J & S Ross -   Kirkstead Lea G11

 

Special Prize from Macmin for best Animal - Won by J & S Ross -   Kirkstead Lea G11

 

Special Prize from Macmin for best  Reserve Animal Won by  C & D Logan - Rogan Cameron 

. 

Lockerbie Agricultural Society Challenge Cup for Best Group of two animals  & National show trophy presented by Mr John McIlwraith, Canada.  Won by   C & D Logan

 

The Bell – Irving Silver Perpetual Challenge Cup to be awarded to the Best Galloway from the old Lockerbie Show Area.  -  D & L Watret   

 

Class Results 

 

Bull

 No Entries 

 

Cow in milk or in calf 

1^st J & S Ross, Romesbeoch, Shawhead, Dumfries-  Kirkstead Lea G11 born 23/09/22 sire Blackcraig Bugsy Malone, dam Kirkstead Lea D14

2^nd   D & L Watret, Muirfield, Lockerbie – Countess Delilah of Nether Cleugh dob 16/09/21 sire Blackcraig Ynot dam Countess Winnie of Nether Cleugh

 

Heifer born between 1^st September 2023  and 1^st September 2024 and to produce a calf within 9 months of the Show.

 

No Entries

 

Heifer Stirk born between 1^st  September 2024  and 31^st August 2025

 

1^st D & L Watret, Muirfield, Hightae, Lockerbie–   Criffelview Rosie, dob 05/09/23 sire Nucamp of Balgray dam Blackcraig Rose D1299

2^nd J & S Ross,   – Beauty 2910 of Romesbeoch dob 20/02/25 sire Troloss Legend, Dam Beauty 2431 of Romesbeoch

3^rd  W & S McCarthy- Cosy Cottage, Borgue,¸ Kirkcudbright– Borgue Rosie 81 dob 25/07/25 sire Kpehill Desperado dam Laghead Rosie. 

4^th D & L Watret – Largo Gorgeous of Nether Cleugh dob 14/03/24 breeder Mr P Hunter Blair, sire Pele of Upper Buckna dam Largo Beauty of Nether Cleugh.

 

Bull Calf

 

1^st D & C Logan – Rogan Cameron dob 02/10/25 sire Blackcraig Dyker

2^nd  D & C Logan –  Rogan Carona dob 23/09/25 sire Blackcraig Dyker

3^rd  Peter Hunter Blair, Nether Cleugh, Dalry, Castle Douglas  - Hubert of Nether Cleugh dob 08/09/25 sire Pele of Upper Buckna dam Foxglove Xaviera of Nether Cleugh. 

4^th Peter Hunter Blair – Horatio of Nether Cleugh dob 07/09/25 sire Pele of Upper Buckna dam Countes Emma of Nether Cleugh.   

 

  Heifer Calf

  1^st J & S Ross – Lea 3001 of Romesbeoch dob 22/09/25 sire Ego of Romesbeoch dam Kirkstead Lea G11

 

Pair of Animals

1^st  D & C Logan – Rogan Cameron and Carona  

2^nd J & S Ross

3^rd D & L Watret. 

 

 

 2026 Great Yorkshire Show

Tuesday 14^th July to Friday 17^th July 2026

Judge:- Willie McCornick, Newton Stewart

It was a repeat of the success achieved at the 2026 Royal Highland Show as Kirkstead Nancy H1, exhibited by Graham & Gall of the 3G Herd, Stirling, claimed both the Female Championship and the prestigious Overall Breed Championship.

The September 2023-born heifer, sired by Kirkstead Commander and out of Kirkstead Nancy Y23, first secured the Senior Heifer class before progressing to take the Female Championship and, ultimately, the Overall Breed Championship. This was a well-deserved accolade for this promising young female, who has continued to impress in the show ring and improved on her excellent 2025 performance when she stood Reserve Overall Champion at the Royal Highland Show.

Standing Reserve Overall Breed Champion at the Great Yorkshire Show was the outstanding cow Kirkstead Lea G11, exhibited by J & S Ross, Romesbeoch, Shawhead, Dumfries, and expertly shown by Doug and Lloyd. 

No stranger to success, Kirkstead Lea G11 once again demonstrated her exceptional quality at Harrogate. Shown with her stylish heifer calf at foot, Ego of Romesbeoch, the pair first won the Female in Milk class before going on to secure the Reserve Female Championship and, ultimately, the Reserve Overall Breed Championship.

Born in September 2022, Kirkstead Lea G11 is sired by Blackcraig Bugsy Malone and out of Kirkstead Lea D14, a daughter of the prolific Troloss Impeccable. Having previously claimed the Overall Breed Championship at the Royal Highland Show in 2025, she has continued her outstanding run of form, with her Reserve Overall Breed Championship at the Great Yorkshire show further highlighting her consistency, quality and maternal strength.

Reflecting on the championship line-up, judge Mr Willie McCornick commented:

“Today’s champion was a standout heifer, and I noticed her as soon as she entered the ring. She immediately caught my eye for her quality and presence. In the end, there was very little between the champion and reserve, making it an extremely close decision.

I would like to congratulate everyone who exhibited cattle today. It was a great show, and although it was disappointing that there were not more entries, the quality presented was outstanding.”

In the male championship classes, the Bull born on or after 1st January 2025 produced a strong result for the Kilnstown herd, with Mr A Waugh, Kilnstown, Bewcastle, Carlisle, securing both the first and second places.

Taking first place and the Male Championship was Hilux of Kilnstown, born 15/10/2025 and sired by Fast Track of Kilnstown. A stylish young bull, he impressed with his overall quality, breed character and presence in the ring.

Standing second and awarded Reserve Male Champion was fellow Kilnstown entry Gunner of Kilnstown, born 18/04/2025 and sired by Newton Cracker.

The champion and reserve Junior Female Championship, came from the  heifers born on or after 1st September 2024 class.

Taking first place and securing the Junior Female Championship was Beauty 2910 of Romesbeoch, exhibited by MJ Ross and sired by Troloss Legend. 

Standing second and awarded Reserve Junior Female Champion was May 27th of Kilnstown, exhibited by Alice Pittman, Nunnscleugh, Roweltown, Carlisle. Sired by Buccleuch Discovery and bred by Kilnstown Farms Ltd, she was purchased by Alice at the February Castle Douglas sale for 3,000gns to  establish her new Roadhead herd.

A special mention must also go to all exhibitors who supported the team competition and People’s Choice competition. Their commitment and effort in preparing and presenting cattle, particularly in the challenging heat throughout the week, was greatly appreciated.

The People’s Choice competition added an enjoyable element to the event and provided a valuable opportunity to showcase the breed to a wider audience, allowing visitors to engage with the cattle and have their say in selecting their favourite. Congratulations to everyone who took part and helped make both competitions a success.

Congratulations also to Andrew Waugh, who was the worthy recipient of the New Exhibitor Award, kindly presented by Debs and David Heath.

It was particularly encouraging to welcome three new exhibitors to the Galloway section this year, and we hope their involvement, along with continued support from existing exhibitors, will help build entries in the future. Increasing participation will be important to ensure the Galloway section continues to have a strong presence at the show in the years ahead.

Finally, a huge thank you must go to David and Debs Heath for their wonderful hospitality throughout the week. Their warm welcome, generosity and continued support are greatly appreciated and help make the Galloway Bar such a welcoming and enjoyable part of the show.

Congratulations once again to all exhibitors and prize winners. Your support and dedication continue to showcase everything that is great about the Galloway breed.

Leading Awards   

The Cholmondeley Perpetual Trophy for Galloway Champion:-   Kirkstead Nancy exhibited by J & J Graham & D Gall bred by RA McClymont & Son, Kirkstead, Yarrow, Selkirk.

 

Yorkshire Agricultural Society Cash Prize for Champion:-    Kirkstead Nancy exhibited by J & J Graham & D Gall bred by RA McClymont & Son, Kirkstead, Yarrow, Selkirk.

 

Slitheroford Perpetual Trophy for Group of Three Animals owned and bred by exhibitor :-   J & S Ross

Class Placings

 

Bull born on or after 1st January 2025

1st Mr A Waugh, Kilnstown, Bewcastle, Carlisle - Hilux of Kilnstown 15/10/25 Sire FastTrack of Kilnstown 

2nd Mr A Waugh - Gunner of Kilnstown 18/04/25 sire Newton Cracker. 

 

Cow

1st Mr MJ Ross, Romesbeoch, Shawhead, Dumfries - Kirkstead Lea G11 14/11/21 Sire Blackcraig Bugsy Malone

 

Heifer born between 1 September 2023 & 31st August 2024

1st Messrs J & J Graham & D Gall, Mains of Burnbank, Blair Drummond, Stirling - Kirkstead Nancy 14/09/23 Sire Kirkstead Commander

2nd Miss J A Cowie, Gatehouse of Fleet – Blackcraig Dusty F1586 dob 21/09/23, sire Blackcraig Acrobat  Breeder J & A Finlay

3rd Mr A Nixon, Nunscleugh, Carlisle - Whintingstown Melanie 20/05/24 Sire Lincoln of Brockstones

4th Mrs P Jessop, Moorlands Farm, Leicestershire - Ufemia of Balgray 05/09/23 Sire Blackcraig Zodiac

 

Heifer born on or after 1st September 2024

1st MJ Ross - Beauty 2910 of Romesbeoch sire Troloss Legend

2nd  Alice Pittman, Nunnscleugh, Roweltown, Carlisle – May 27^th of Kilnstown, 30/09/24 sire Buccleuch Discovery,   Breeder Kilnstown Farms Ltd

3rd MJ Ross - Lea 3011 of Romesbeoch 23/09/25 Sire Ego of Romesbeoch 

4th Mrs P Jessop - Wendy of Balgray 01/03/25 Sire Kirkstead Expert

 

PAIR OF ANIMALS the property of the same exhibitor but not necessarily bred by the exhibitor. Open to animals already entered and SHOWN in this breed section. The winner of this class is eligible for the Pairs Championship on Friday of Show.

1^st - J & S Ross

 

GROUP OF THREE ANIMALS the property of the same exhibitor. Open to animals already entered and SHOWN in this breed section.  

1^st - J & S Ross – Kirkstead Lea G11, Beauty 2910 of Romeseboech, Lea 301 of Romesbeoch. 

Overall Champion - Kirkstead Nancy

Reserve overall -  Kirkstead Lea G11

Male Champion - Hilux of Kilnstown 

Reserve Male – Gunner of Kilnstown

Junior Champion -  Beauty 2431 of Romesbeoch 

Reserve Junior Champion  - May 27th of Kilnstown

 

Royal Highland Show – Edinbrugh

18th  to 21^st June, 2026

Judge: Mr John Tullie, Steading Cottage, Whitchester, Hawick

Overall & female champion-  Kirkstead Nancy H1 exhibited by Graham and Gall, Mains of Burnbank Farm, Blairdrummond, Stirling bred by RA McClymont & Son, Kirkstead, Yarrow, Selkirk. 

 Reserve female & overall reserve– Kirkstead Lea G11 exhibited by J & S Ross, Romesbeoch, Shawhead, Dumfries, bred by RA McClymont & Son, Kirkstead, Yarrow, Selkirk.

 Junior female champion   -  Criffelview Rosie, exhibited by D & L Watret, Muirfield, Lockerbie

Male champion – Newton Cracker exhibited by James Campbell, Kypehill, Strathaven, Lanarkshire bred by Messrs Telfer & Claxton, Newton High House, Newton, Stocksfield, Northumberland

 

The Royal Highland Show once again provided an outstanding showcase for the Galloway breed shown on Thursday, 18 June 2026, with a strong line-up of cattle presented before judge John Tullie.

Commenting on the day’s judging, Mr Tullie said: “I would like to congratulate all the exhibitors. Although the entry was small in number, the quality throughout was exceptionally high, and the Overall Champion was an outstanding exhibit.” 

Claiming both the Overall Breed Championship and Female Championship was Kirkstead Nancy H1, exhibited by Graham & Gall of the 3G Herd based at Stirling.   The September 2023-born heifer, by Kirkstead Commander and out of Kirkstead Nancy Y23, first secured the Senior Heifer class before progressing to take the Female Championship and ultimately the Overall Breed Championship. It was a well-deserved accolade for the promising young heifer, who improved on her impressive 2025 performance when she stood Reserve Overall Champion.

Standing Reserve Overall Breed Champion was the outstanding cow Kirkstead Lea G11, exhibited by J & S Ross, Romesbeoch, Shawhead, Dumfries and was ably shown by Doug and Lloyd.   No stranger to success at Ingliston, Kirkstead Lea G11 claimed the Overall Breed Championship in 2025. This year, shown with her heifer calf at foot by Ego of Romesbeoch, the pair won the Female in Milk class before going on to secure the Reserve Female Championship and Reserve Overall Breed Championship.  Born in September 2022, she is sired by Blackcraig Bugsy Malone and out of Kirkstead Lea D14, a daughter of the prolific Troloss Impeccable.

The Male Championship was awarded to Newton Cracker, exhibited by James Campbell. Born in July 2021, Cracker is by Avenger of Kilnstown and out of Parkend Madaleen. He was purchased from Andrew Waugh, Kilnstown, at the 2025 Castle Douglas Spring Sale for 3,500gns. Having been awarded Reserve Male Champion at the Royal Highland Show in 2025, he returned this year to go one step further and claim the Male Championship.

Another exhibitor to build on previous success was David and Lynn Watret of the Criffelview Herd, Muirfield, Lockerbie. Their home-bred heifer, Criffelview Rosie, was awarded the Junior Championship. The stylish 21-month-old heifer is by Nucamp of Balgray and out of Blackcraig Rose D1299. The Watrets also enjoyed success at the 2025 Royal Highland Show, when Kirkstead Quirk was named Reserve Junior Champion, making this year’s Junior Championship another notable achievement for the herd.

New Exhibitor Award

Congratulations are extended to Alice Pittman, Nunnscleugh, Roweltown, Carlisle, who received this year’s New Exhibitor Award, kindly sponsored by David and Debs Heath.

The award recognises first-time exhibitors at the Royal Highland Show and celebrates those taking their first steps into showing Galloway cattle. Alice established her new Roadhead Herd after purchasing a  lovely heifer from Andrew Waugh, Kilnstown, at the Castle Douglas Spring Sale. We hope this marks the beginning of many successful years in the show ring and wish Alice every success with her new herd.

As in previous years, the Galloway Cattle Society was delighted to host its exhibition stand throughout the Royal Highland Show, providing an excellent platform to promote the breed while welcoming members, prospective breeders and visitors over the four-day event.

A sincere thank you is extended to everyone who gave their time to help on the stand, provided the much-appreciated home baking and refreshments, and joined us for the traditional after-show drinks reception. Your enthusiasm, generosity and support helped create a warm and welcoming focal point throughout the show, and your contribution is sincerely appreciated.

 

Leading Awards

Champion Medal, Dr William Heughan Memorial Trophy, The Dr Gillespie Memorial Challenge Trophy and cash prize for breed champion.

Graham & Gall                                                            Kirkstead Nancy H1

 Rosette for best Junior Female

Junior Champion Prize of £25, Rosette for best Junior Animal, 

 D & L Watret                                                             Criffelview Rosie                                

The Francis Gourlay Galloway Cattle Society Memorial Challenge Cup, Rosette for best Female

Graham & Gall                                                            Kirkstead Nancy H1

Rosette for reserve Female

J & S Ross                                                                   Kirkstead Lea G11

The Galloway Cattle Society 100^th Show Perpetual Silver Challenge Cup, Rosette for best Bull

 J Campbell                                                                 Newton Cracker

Rosette for best reserve bull – No Entries

Bronze Medal for Breeder of best Bull

Messrs Telfer & Claxton, Newton High House, Newton, Stocksfield, Northumberland

 Rosette for herdsman in charge of best Animal.

Mr John Graham

  The Reid- Walker Perpetual Challenge bowl for best Group, consisting of one Bull and two Females all being the property of one Exhibitor

No entries          

The Tordarroch Perpetual Challenge Trophy for the Exhibitor gaining most points in the Galloway Classes

J & S Ross 

New Exhibitor Prize of £100 kindly presented by David and Debs Heath, Yorkshire Show   - Alice Pittman 

 

 Class Placings

 FEMALE born on or after 1st January 2025      

1^st J & S Ross, Romesbeoch, Shawhead, Dumfries – Beauty 2910 of Romesbeoch dob 20/02/25 sire Toloss Legend, Dam Beauty 2431 of Romesbeoch

2^nd  Ciara Campbell,  Kypehill, Strathaven, Lanarkshire – Kypehill Rio Bravo dob 03/03/25 sire Clerkhill Ranger dam Only U of Balgray

FEMALE born on or between 1st September and 31st December 2024 

 1^stD & L Watret, Muirfield, Hightae, Lockerbie–   Criffelview Rosie, dob 05/09/23 sire Nucmp of Balgray dam Blackcraig Rose D1299

2^nd D & L Watret – Largo Gorgeous of Nether Cleugh dob 14/03/24  sire Pele of Upper Buckna dam Largo Beauty of Nether Cleugh,  breeder Mr P Hunter Blair,.

3^rd Alice Pittman, Nunnscleugh, Roweltown, Carlisle – May 27^th of Kilnstown, sire Buccleuch Discovery, dam May 23^rd of Kilnstown, breeder Kilnstown Farms Ltd,

   FEMALE born on or between 1st September 2023 and 31st December 2023  

1^st Graham & Gall, Mains of Burnbank, Blair Drummond, Stirling – Kirkstead Nancy H1, dob 14/09/23 sire; Kirkstead Commander, dam; Kirkstead Nancy Y23, Breeder RA McClymont & Son 

2nd Miss J A Cowie, Gatehouse of Fleet – Blackcraig Dusty F1586 dob 21/09/23, sire Blackcraig Acrobat dam Blackcraig Dusty Z871 Breeder J & A Finlay

FEMALE born on or between 1^st January 2024 and 31^st August 2024   

 1^st A & A Nixon, Nunscleugh, Carlisle–  Melanie of Whitingstown dob 20/05/24 sire Lincoln of Brockstone, dam Barlaes Grace 101st

 FEMALE, in Milk, born before 1st September 2023                     

1^st J & S Ross – Kirkstead Lea G11, dob 23/09/22, sire; Blackcraig Bugsy Malone, dam; Kirkstead Lea D14, breeder RA McClymont & Son

 2nd Dexter & Carolyn Logan, Greenhead, Alva, Clackmannanshire -  Political of Balgray dob 18/04/2019 sire Troloss Impeccable dam Penninghame Union Breeder D & R Cornthwaite

 BULL born on or after 31^st December 2022 

 1^st James Campbell – Newton Cracker, dob 03/07/21, sire; Avenger of Kilnstown, dam; Parkend Madaleen, breeder Messrs Telfer & Claxton.

 

Galloway On-Farm Herd Competition 2026

Applications are now open for the On-Farm Herd Competition 2026.
Please submit your entry to the Secretary by email or telephone.

Regions:
• Ireland
• Scotland, North East & Cumbria
• Rest of England & Wales

Herd Categories:
• Small Herds
• Medium Herds
• Large Herds

Special Prizes:
• Best Stock Bull
• Best Cow with Pure or Crossbred Calf

Closing Date for Entries:
30th June 2026

How to Enter:
Submit your entry to the Secretary by email or telephone.

Judging Period:
July and early August 2026

 

  

 

 

 

 

 

 
NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING – FRIDAY, 29th MAY 2026
ANNUAL REPORT & ACCOUNTS 2025

Notice is hereby given that the Hybrid Annual General Meeting of the Galloway Cattle Society of GB & Ireland will take place on:

Date: Friday, 29th May 2026
Time: 1:30 PM
Venue: The Kings Arms Hotel, Castle Douglas, Dumfries and Galloways

Members are welcome to attend in person or join remotely via Zoom.
To receive the Zoom link, please email the office.

Download the full notice, agenda, and 2025 Annual Report & Accounts below.