A pristine, country house property in Co Tipperary’s horsey country, Acraboy House is a bit of a smasher — impressive, large with a good amount of accommodation, but not too big to be uncomfortable to live in and with enough of a land belt to make it a viable, country property.

Drive On Regardless, a horse who landed two bumpers earlier in his career but had lost his way somewhat subsequently, got back on the winning trail in the opening maiden hurdle at Tipperary last night.

THE Dermot Weld trained Notable Graduate toyed with the opposition on the way to landing the Curragh Racecourse Members’ Maiden at Tipperary last night.

FAIRYHOUSE bowed to the inevitable yesterday when cancelling its triple Grade 1 meeting due to be run tomorrow.

I READ with interest your report highlighting the difficulties facing people who experience mental ill-health (August 10). I wish to highlight a very successful mental health awareness event that took place on August 9 at Tipperary Racecourse organised by West Tipperary Mental Health Association.

A NEW world record was set last Sunday by enthusiasts who turned back the clock to enjoy stylish horse-powered transport.

DAVID CASEY, first jockey to Charlie Swan and who has often been plagued by bad luck in the past, is facing another spell on the sidelines.

DUNDALK is the sole runner in the race to develop Ireland’s first all-weather racetrack.