Glenluce Tractor Rally 2015
The 15th annual Glenluce Tractor Rally, held on Sunday June 7th was a success before it even started with a record entry of over 100 tractors and stationary engines. And, to cap it all, the weather, after a dismal Spring, gave of its best with a beautiful sunny afternoon that brought out the crowds of visitors.
Significantly this year there were a number of tractors that had never been seen at the Rally before and about 20% of the entrants were new. The presentation and turnout of tractors was exceedingly high and the sun shone brightly on painted metal work. Ken McKie, Chairman of the Rally, expressed his delight at the enthusiasm of the drivers in the effort taken to turnout their tractors to the very highest of standards.
There were many outstanding exhibits, and whilst difficult to single out any one tractor, the neat little Massey Ferguson 132 belonging to Tom French from Cumnock certainly caught the eye.
Significantly this year there were a number of tractors that had never been seen at the Rally before and about 20% of the entrants were new. The presentation and turnout of tractors was exceedingly high and the sun shone brightly on painted metal work. Ken McKie, Chairman of the Rally, expressed his delight at the enthusiasm of the drivers in the effort taken to turnout their tractors to the very highest of standards.
There were many outstanding exhibits, and whilst difficult to single out any one tractor, the neat little Massey Ferguson 132 belonging to Tom French from Cumnock certainly caught the eye.
The Road Run
The Road Run to Auchenmalg, via Stairhaven, and back to Glenluce proved popular with a large number of drivers, and the new parking measures on Glenluce Main Street worked well so there was no congestion at the start of the run. Drivers were once again rewarded with ice cream at the half way stop at Auchenmalg. Everyone returned safely to the Park this year and there were no mishaps on the route.
The Road Run to Auchenmalg, via Stairhaven, and back to Glenluce proved popular with a large number of drivers, and the new parking measures on Glenluce Main Street worked well so there was no congestion at the start of the run. Drivers were once again rewarded with ice cream at the half way stop at Auchenmalg. Everyone returned safely to the Park this year and there were no mishaps on the route.
Tractor See-Saw Competition
This competition, first held in 2014 in memory of the late Roy McKie, and sponsored by Douglas Engineering Ltd, was hotly contested by a number of drivers who wanted to demonstrate their precision driving skills. The out right winner was Alan McKie from Glenluce who won the £50 prize and commemorative silver salver. In Alan's absence, his wife Karen was presented with the silver salver by Mary McKie of Wigtown (inset photo).
This competition, first held in 2014 in memory of the late Roy McKie, and sponsored by Douglas Engineering Ltd, was hotly contested by a number of drivers who wanted to demonstrate their precision driving skills. The out right winner was Alan McKie from Glenluce who won the £50 prize and commemorative silver salver. In Alan's absence, his wife Karen was presented with the silver salver by Mary McKie of Wigtown (inset photo).
Coins in the shavings scramble
This was very popular with a large number of children and was entertaining for them and and their parents and friends. The pictures here show one of the scrambles ( there were two, one for children aged 4-10, and the other for those aged 11-15 years), some of the lucky coins scramblers, and Ken McKie receiving a cheque from the Stranraer & Rhinns Young Farmers who organised the scramble. |
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The Drakes of Hazard and The Dog Agility Display
Mark Wylie with his sheepdog and Indian Runner Ducks display once again was a hit with the crowds. His two performances attracted large numbers of spectators, especially when Mark brought the children into the ring to help him and his sheepdogs herd the ducks. Equally popular was the Dog Agility Display given by a group of Wigtownshire handlers. Dogs of all sizes, breeds, colours, ability, age and enthusiasm were put through their paces to the delight of the spectators, just going to prove that this is an activity that can be enjoyed by any dog owner. |
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Maggie's Kitchen and the 2015 Charities
The long lines, throughout the afternoon, waiting to be served in Maggie's Kitchen speak for themselves. This popular attraction run by Maggie Stewart and her team of ladies is once again set to raise a lot of money for the 2015 charities Marie Curie and Alzheimers Scotland. The Raffle on the field also raised a record amount and the Glenluce Cubs were successful with their Guess the Weight of the vintage tractor competition which was sponsored by Shire Agri-Hires of Bridgemill, Glenluce.
The long lines, throughout the afternoon, waiting to be served in Maggie's Kitchen speak for themselves. This popular attraction run by Maggie Stewart and her team of ladies is once again set to raise a lot of money for the 2015 charities Marie Curie and Alzheimers Scotland. The Raffle on the field also raised a record amount and the Glenluce Cubs were successful with their Guess the Weight of the vintage tractor competition which was sponsored by Shire Agri-Hires of Bridgemill, Glenluce.
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Other attractions
included various stalls, displays and children's entertainment |
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