Last Saturday evening Killarney Valley Classic and Vintage Club had an evening of celebrations to mark ten years of the club.

Mrs Anna May McHugh (centre) Managing Director & Secretary of National Ploughing Association (NPA) visited Killarney to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the establishment of Killarney Valley Classic and Vintage Club at the Killarney Race Course on Saturday. Special Guests included Aine O'Donoghue Secretary Killarney Race Course Cathaoirleach Killarney Muncipal District Cllr Brendan Cronin Karina McCarthy Killarney Credit Union and John Drummy Kerry Mental Health. The Club has raised thousands of euro for local charities since their establishment in 2013. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan

Mrs Anna May McHugh (centre) Managing Director & Secretary of National Ploughing Association (NPA) and her Daughter Anna Marie McHugh Assistant Managing Director (NPA) visited Killarney to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the establishment of Killarney Valley Classic and Vintage Club at the Killarney Race Course on Saturday Gathered is Tom Leslie Chairman of Killarney Valley Classic and Vintage Club and committee members of the Vintage Club. The Club has raised thousands of euro for local charities since their establishment in 2013. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan

Mrs Anna May McHugh (left) Managing Director & Secretary of National Ploughing Association (NPA) and her Daughter Anna Marie McHugh Assistant Managing Director (NPA) visited Killarney to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the establishment of Killarney Valley Classic and Vintage Club with Tom Leslie Chairman of Killarney Valley Classic and Vintage Club. The Club has raised thousands of euro for local charities since their establishment in 2013. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan/

With over 100 guest on the night, live music, lovely food and a Vintage vehicle display it was a night to remember.
“We wanted to have this event for anyone that has been involved with the club over the years especially the many members of the club,” said PRO Richard O’Donoghue.

Some of the special guest on the night included Anna May McHugh and her daughter Anna Marie McHugh of the National Ploughing Association along with Mayor Brendan Cronin and John Drummey of Kerry Mental Health.

“They all spoke about how much the club has done for the local community between charity fundraising and involvement in the local community along with the Vintage shed which promotes Mental health with the regular Thursday night meet ups,” added Richard.
Tom Leslie, Club Chairman gave a recap on the clubs ten year history and thanked the many sponsors who have been involved over the years.
A beautifully restored Honda 70 motorbike which is being raffled for charity was on display and tickets are available at www.killarneyvalleycv.com for €10

Membership for the 2024 year will start again shortly and new members are always welcome.