Come visit us at this year's Ploughing Championships!
After last year’s success, Gas Networks Ireland will be back at The National Ploughing Championships 2026, bringing a renewed focus on safety, innovation, and the future of energy.
We will be located at Stand 153, Row 8, Block 4 where attendees can visit across all three days to learn more about gas pipeline safety, renewable energy, and the future of Ireland’s gas network, as well as participate in our family-focused activities and competitions.
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What to expect
Tattoo Parlour
Back by popular demand, at the heart of the stand is the Dial Before You Dig Tattoo Parlour, where visitors can choose from a range of striking temporary tattoos,one of which was designed by Heartbreak Social Club artist Ryan Kelly. The tattoo is temporary, but the message is permanent, always check before you dig!
Kids sandpit
To keep younger visitors entertained, while reinforcing the safety message, we have our Dial Before you Dig sandpit, where kids can search through the sand while learning about the importance of safety and awareness around underground infrastructure. They will need to dig carefully, as striking any mock pipes hidden beneath the surface could mean trouble!
We’ve also teamed up with social media personality Samantha Heaney (Sammy TV) and comedian Mary-Claire Fitzpatrick who are serving as safety ambassadors for the campaign. Both will be at our stand on Tuesday, so drop by and say hello.
Interactive LEGO® Brick Installation
Focusing on the future of renewable energy, we will have a dedicated zone showing how renewable biomethane gas will help Ireland meet climate targets, while creating a new revenue stream for farmers. A bespoke LEGO® Brick installation created by Jessica Farrell, a LEGO® Brick Artist, will bring the biomethane process to life in a clear, engaging, and accessible way.
Inspired by real anaerobic digestion (AD) plants, the model will feature recognisable elements such as digesters, storage tanks, pipework, farm buildings, and landscape, helping visitors understand how biomethane is produced and how the different parts of the plant connect. There will also be an opportunity for families to build their own AD plant model and a chance to win a LEGO® set.
