Welcome to THURLES & DISTRICT COURSING CLUB



Thurles Coursing Club was established in the year 1931.Early courses began running in O'Dwyer's field (Hollycross Road). Following this, our club moved to Touhy's field in the early 1980's paving the way for our current location where work began on the 13th of may 2012.

Our first meeting on the current field was in 2014, in which many highly acclaimed greyhounds have achieved their first wins!

For the 2022 season we will run a a 3 day event 18th-19th-20th November.2022
24 Derby Trail Stake (for dogs)
24 Oaks Trail Stake (for bitches this may be run as a 32)
16 All Age Cup (mixed)
Special Working Members Cup for an incredible 2500€ /24 or 2000€/16 or 1000€/8 dogs & bitches

Year 2022 meeting will feature respected and well known
Judge: Mr.Liam Kelly
Slipper: Mr.Joe Egan

Photographer: Visions Studios & Yvonne Harrington's Photo

We thank all our patrons and sponsors for their support during 2022 season!



We are very proud of the work we carry out in animal husbandry and the training of our hares. The upkeep of the field alongside the continuos voluntary dedication from our hard working members proves paramount to our club reputation.

If you enjoy weekends in nature, why not
contact us and become a working member. We would be happy to welcome you to our family and field!

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We run under the official Rules and regulations set by the
Irish Coursing Club

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OUR HISTORY

Visit this page to see amazing old photos from the past and read the names of the winners since year 1930
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MAKE A DONATION

You can make a secure donation using your bank card directly. No account registration is required.
100% of profits go to our club for 2022 meeting.

Your help is invaluable for the operation of our club. We thank all our patrons and lifelong supporters.
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Watch HOW COURSING HELPS HARES: