TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR OMAGH SHOW TRADE STAND EXHIBITORS

1. Definition: Show means  Omagh Show which is taking place in the Tyrone Farming Showgrounds, 3 Gillygooley Road, Omagh on Saturday 6th July 2024 

     1.1 Exhibitor means any person or body who/which has entered into an agreement with the Show Management for a trade stand at the Show. 
     1.2 Fee means the fee specified in the Application and payable to the Show by the Show personnel. 
     1.3 Stand Space means the trade stand space on Site allocated to the Exhibitor by the Show personnel. 
     1.4 Show Management refers to the members of the Show Committee which have been allocated general or specific responsibility of managing the Show or different areas of the Show activities. 

2. Application/Acceptance: Applications for Trade Stand space must be made through the official application process. The application must be fully completed, and the Exhibitor must agree to accept the relevant terms and conditions. In the event your application is not successful your payment will be returned, but refund for any other reasons will not be considered. Submission of application does not ensure allocation of trade space. Show management reserves the right in its absolute discretion to reject an application for exhibition space, to reduce trade stand allocation, withdraw permission or close an exhibition stand. The Exhibitor accepts that in applying for a stand allocation, he/she accepts that the Omagh Show Management will not be responsible for any loss of profit, consequential loss or any loss whatsoever arising by reason of their participation at the Show. Exhibitors must obey all the rules of the Omagh Show and obey any instruction from authorised personnel, before, during and after the show. Any disputes arising out of the conditions laid out by the Omagh Show, between exhibitors or between the Show management and exhibitors, shall be resolved at the absolute discretion of the Omagh Show. We will not tolerate verbal or physical abuse towards Show Staff – no benefit to either party.
 
3. Breach: Any breach of these terms and conditions by the Exhibitor shall, without prejudice to any other remedy available, entitle Show management to cancel the agreement with the Exhibitor and remove or request the immediate removal of the Exhibitor and its property from the site. 

4. Changes or Cancellations: The Show Management reserves the right, at its reasonable discretion (which shall reference to weather forecasts and ground conditions) to postpone or cancel the Show, make amendments to the parameters of the site or the stand space and/or amend the planned times as set out above. The Show will not be responsible to any exhibitor or person for loss of profit or any consequential loss arising out of the cancellation of the event. The Show shall not be liable for any failure to perform its obligations pursuant to these terms because of flooding, fire, lighting, explosion, drought, ground conditions, act of God, act of terrorism, war, rebellion, sabotage, strike, disease, or any other event outside reasonable control of the Show management. The Show recommends that insurance cancellation cover be considered by the Exhibitor. 

5. Closure of Stands and Exiting: The Exhibitor shall not commence closing its stand until 6.00pm on the day of the Show. 

6. Documents: Fire Certificate (if relevant), Insurance and indemnity form must all be provided. 

7. Entry of Stand Equipment & Business Times: Access is available from Friday 5th July.  All access to site will cease from 8.30am on Saturday 6th July.  (NO EXCEPTIONS). DUE TO SAFETY & SECURITY CONSIDERATION, NO REQUEST TO BRING IN STAND EQUIPMENT ON SHOW DAY WILL BE ENTERTAINED, IRRESPECTIVE OF THE CIRCUMSTANCES. Before Saturday 6th July and after Show Day no children are permitted on Show grounds. The Trade Stand areas will be a PEDESTRIAN TRAFFIC ONLY AREA after 8.30am on Show Day. The Exhibitor shall ensure that their stand is attended and open for business by 9.00am of the day of the Show. Failing that, the chairman of the trade stand section shall be entitled to reallocate the stand space, with no refund of fees. All trade stands must be open for business from 9.00am to 5.00pm on Show Day. Indoor Stands must be completely dismantled and removed no later than 7pm on Show Day. Outdoor Stands must be completely dismantled and removed by 5pm on Sunday 7th  July. Security is the responsibility of the exhibitor. Non-compliance of this exit time will carry financial penalties. 

8. Fees: The details of the fees are outlined on request to darren@ajspromotions.com. The Exhibitor must pay the required full fees with the initial application. The Exhibitor shall remain liable for the fee if the Exhibitor cancels after application. Cancellation of space is non-refundable and non-transferable. Bank charges will apply if currency other than the Sterling is used. 

9. Fundraising, Collection, etc.: The Exhibitor shall only hold raffles or collections for contributions to its funds within  the stand area.  Should an Exhibitor be found  fundraising outside his/her stand area the entire exhibition stand may be closed on the spot for the duration of the Show without refunding the cost of stand or loss of earnings, the exhibitor may also be refused entry to exhibit at any further Omagh Show. 

10. Generators: Exhibitors using generators must ensure that no petrol generators are to be used and safety precautions must be adhered to. 

11. Insurance: Public Liability- All Exhibitors must have insurance policies in respect of public liability, with minimum of €2.6 million limit of indemnity, any one incident. A letter from their insurance company confirming their public liability cover and indemnities must be provided. The Exhibitor must ensure that confirmation of their current insurance policy accompanies their Trade Stand application. Under no circumstances will any Exhibitor be admitted to the show grounds without production of this evidence of insurance. 

12. Indemnity: The Exhibitor indemnifies the Show and agents against all, and any liabilities, losses, costs, or expense caused, directly or indirectly, because of any actions or claim by any person of any breach by the Exhibitor of these terms or by act of negligence of the Exhibitor, its employees, directors, agents, sub-contractors, or other persons authorised by the Exhibitor. 

13. Limits on Liability: Whilst Omagh Show Management will provide General Security for the overall site area, each Exhibitor is responsible for the security of their own exhibition and stand area. The Omagh Show will not be responsible for any loss or damage arising from any source whatsoever. The Exhibitor is advised to make adequate arrangements for protection of their exhibits. Each exhibitor should have adequate insurance cover in respect of such damage or loss. The Show Management accepts no liability for damage to property, personal injury, death, or other loss caused to the Exhibitor or its authorised persons. Exhibitors with machinery which could cause injury when in motion or otherwise are required to have adequate safeguards in place to protect the public and especially children. 

14. Litter: The Exhibitor shall ensure that their Stand Space is always tidy and be responsible for proper disposal of any litter. The Exhibitor shall leave their Stand Space completely clear of litter. The Exhibitor shall restore their stand space to its original condition. The Exhibitor shall become liable to pay a fine of €200 for breach of these litter clauses. We suggest you take a picture of your stand before vacating the area. 

15. Passes: The number of free admission and vehicle passes relate to the stand area booked. The Exhibitor shall ensure that its staff or authorised person always carry proper passes and identification on the site. 

16. Regulations and Health & Safety: The Exhibitor shall comply with all current regulations, including Safety, Health and Welfare Act and the guidance issued by the Health and Safety Authority in relation to it. The Exhibitor shall comply with all directions of the site Safety Officer. All Exhibitors will be responsible for preparing and implementing their own Health and Safety Statement, Emergency Plans & Procedures, Crowd Management Plan, Fire, and responsibilities that are necessary for a company exhibiting at a public event. Extreme caution must be always practised – especially in the livestock area. 

17. Sales & Advertising: Only within the exhibitor allocated stand area should they sell, offer for sale, or advertise their goods/services, including the distribution of leaflets, unless extra advertising space is purchased. Level of business transacted is the sole responsibility of the trader. 

18. Site: Whilst every effort will be made to accommodate exhibitor space requirements, final allocation and location of exhibition space will be at the discretion of the Show Management. The Exhibitor shall report to the check in office and the trade stand supervisor on arrival to be shown the precise location of Stand Space. No cars, trucks or vans may be parked in the exhibition area during the show, unless it is within their stand area.

19. Stand Space: The Exhibitor shall ensure that all marquees, ropes, signs, and other equipment are always kept within the Stand Space. The Exhibitor is not permitted to sub-let, transfer, or share a Stand Space. Any activities that could infringe on the rights of other exhibitors must be avoided. The Exhibitor shall ensure that no damage is caused to the Site, within the Stand Space. Bark mulch, gravel etc. can only be used if an underlay is firstly placed on the ground. Immediately after the Show, all mulch, gravel etc. must be cleared from the site and disposed of offsite by the exhibitor. The Exhibitor shall not sell refreshments, food, or drink for immediate consumption, as this infringes on our catering franchise agreement. 

20. Trading and Selling of Goods: The Omagh Show will not entertain the trading of goods and services that have not been declared on the official Trade Stand applications. Trading and selling goods which may cause harm/issue is forbidden, e.g., pellet guns, knives, balloons, water pistols, etc. Trading/Selling should only take place from the allocated trade stand area. Failure to abide by these Terms & Conditions will result in the goods being seized/impounded and the trader in question will be required to leave the show grounds, Omagh Show Management will not entertain any claim for refund/rebate of trading fees or associated costs should this situation arise.