PICTURES: Smiles all round as crowds flock to the National Ploughing Championships

The crowds are out in force at the National Ploughing Championships, as thousands of visitors continue to soak up the atmosphere in Screggan, Co Offaly.

There’s no shortage of activity across the sprawling site, with everything from farming and machinery demonstrations to food, fashion, shopping and entertainment keeping punters of all ages busy.

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And, as always, the Ploughing is as much about the people as it is the action in the fields, with friends, families and familiar faces coming together for one of the highlights of the Irish calendar.

Our photographer has been capturing the crowds throughout the day – take a look through our latest gallery below and see if you recognise anyone.