The Tullamore Show is expected to draw large crowds to County Offaly later.

Organisers expect around 60,000 people to turn up for the day, which is billed as 'the ultimate country lifestyle event'.

The show also has a serious side and Agri Aware say they'll use it to raise awareness about farmers subsidies available under Europe's Common Agricultural Policy.

Chairman Richard Moran, says the policy helps more than just farmers: