FRS Fencing, the leading Irish provider of fencing solutions to the agricultural, equestrian and commercial sectors, is proud to announce a three-year partnership with the prestigious Punchestown Festival. The collaboration will see FRS Fencing take centre stage as the naming partner for the FRS Fencing Handicap Hurdle held on the Friday of the five-day festival each year from 2026 through 2028.
FRS Fencing, part of FRS Co-Op, is the largest specialist fencing business in the country operating from 15 locations nationwide. They are exclusive and sole providers of the Sentree copper-oil and Dura2 copper-water timber fence posts in Ireland, which come with 20 year warranties and are direct replacements for creosote treated products. As leaders in fencing for almost 40 years, the FRS Fencing Handicap Hurdle sponsorship underlines the company’s commitment to Irish sport, equine communities and rural enterprises.
Commenting on the partnership, Colin Donnery, FRS Co-Op CEO said: “We are delighted to strengthen our relationship with Punchestown through this exciting three-year deal. The Friday at Punchestown is a massive occasion and partnering with such a celebrated event allows us to connect directly with the equine and rural communities that are at the heart of our business. Initiatives like this showcase our work while staying true to our cooperative roots.”
Janet Creighton, sponsorship at Punchestown, added: “FRS Fencing’s involvement highlights the value of long-term partnerships that connect national brands with our racing and equestrian community. We are thrilled to welcome them as the named partner of the FRS Fencing Handicap Hurdle and look forward to seeing their commitment showcased across the Festival over the next three years.”
Kevin Blake, Horse Breeder, also commented, “It’s fantastic to see FRS Fencing come on board as a sponsor of the Punchestown Racing Festival. Strong sponsorship is vital to the ongoing success of Irish racing, and it’s especially encouraging when that support comes from a thriving cooperative. Partnerships like this highlight the strength of the industry and the communities behind it.”
The FRS Fencing Handicap Hurdle takes place on day four of the 2026 Punchestown Festival which runs from Tuesday 28th April to Saturday 2nd May.