As we thought today turned out to be a good day to race pigeons. With a light W.N.W wind the birds made steady times. The loft of Morrison Bros, Killyleagh, had a good race to clock the first 2 birds and collected £80 winnings. The boys were keen to point out that the winning birds were from their good friends Geraldine and Patrick Brown, Annsborough.

Rodney McCormick, of the McCormick and Muckle partnership from Millisle, was delighted with his birds performance as they took the next 3 spots winning £20. Congratulations to all those in the result and many thanks to all those who supported us with racers and trainers.

Unfortunately, straight after liberation a peregrine struck. Viv and I watched as it pursued after the large cloud of birds across the sky. They then split into about ten smaller groups which seemed to be what the peregrine wanted as it selected its target. When one bird dove for cover the chase was on, dropping like a stone it attacked, but to our surprise the pigeon escaped with fantastic skill. It's a horrible feeling watching when you know there is nothing you can do. We hope all of you got every bird home safely.

Next Wednesday will be our final midweek race this year. We will have some special prizes and also a draw. So come along, you will be very welcome.

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