Island Life Magazine Ltd October/November 2013 | Page 50

COUNTRY LIFE Abbott is crowned king of the Island ploughmen Ruben Abbott displayed his skills to emerge champion ploughman at the annual IW Ploughing Match, organised by the IW Ploughing Association and held on land owned by the Bevis family at Bachelors Farm, Apse Heath. Jack Redfern, just 13 years old, won the young competitors' class after just one practice session to underline his enormous potential. George Richards was reserve champion ploughman in the popular competition that attracts the finest ploughmen from across the Island, and has been an integral part of the local calendar of events for more than 100 years. There was also a demonstration of heavy horse ploughing for spectators to enjoy. 50 www.visitislandlife.com