# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 2026 British & Irish Outdoor Tug of War Championships - Cork
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 12:00 am – Sun, 09 Aug, 2026 at 11:45 pm
- **Event Description**: ## British & Irish Outdoor Tug of War Championships 2026

Tug of War Ireland is delighted to welcome teams, officials and supporters to Cork for the 2026 British & Irish Outdoor Tug of War Championships, taking place on Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th August 2026.

Hosted at the Munster Agricultural Society Showgrounds (Cork Showgrounds), this prestigious annual championship will bring together competitors from:

Ireland
England
Northern Ireland
Scotland
Wales

### Competition Categories

**Closed Weight Championships**
• Senior Men 600kg & 680kg
• Senior Women 520kg & 560kg
• Junior Men 560kg
• Junior Ladies 520kg
• Junior Mixed 540kg
• Senior Mixed 580kg

**Open Weight Championships**
• Senior Men 560kg, 600kg, 640kg & 680kg
• Senior Women 500kg, 520kg, 540kg & 560kg
• Junior Men 560kg
• Junior Ladies 520kg
• Junior Mixed 540kg
• Senior Mixed 580kg


### Event Information

? Venue: Munster Agricultural Society Showgrounds (Cork Showgrounds), Curraheen Road, Cork, Ireland (T12 AX2F)

? Event Headquarters: Talbot Hotel Cork, Ballincollig

? Accreditation is now open.

The official event information page includes accommodation options, booking references, accreditation, registration and weigh-in details, Gala Dinner booking, travel guidance and visitor information.

? https://tugofwarireland.com/2026-british-irish-outdoor-tug-of-war-championships-event-information/

We look forward to welcoming everyone to Cork for a fantastic weekend of British & Irish championship tug of war.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/cork/2026-british-and-irish-outdoor-tug-of-war-championships-cork/200030339553326
- **Event Categories**: sports, contests
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 59

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Cork
- **state**: CK
- **country**: Ireland
- **location**: Cork Showgrounds
- **lat**: 51.875712967687
- **long**: -8.558566666652
- **full address**: Cork Showgrounds, Curraheen,Ballincollig, Cork, Ireland

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 2026 British & Irish Outdoor Tug of War Championships - Cork being held?
  - **A:** 2026 British & Irish Outdoor Tug of War Championships - Cork takes place on Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 12:00 am to Sun, 09 Aug, 2026 at 11:45 pm at Cork Showgrounds, Curraheen,Ballincollig, Cork, Ireland.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 British & Irish Outdoor Tug of War Championships - Cork?
  - **A:** 2026 British & Irish Outdoor Tug of War Championships - Cork is organized by Tug of War Ireland.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 2026 British & Irish Outdoor Tug of War Championships - Cork is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Cork, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 50+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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