Puck Fair opens in Kerry

Yesterday's torrential rain has not affected Ireland's oldest horse fair which opened in Co Kerry today.

Yesterday's torrential rain has not affected Ireland's oldest horse fair which opened in Co Kerry today.

Around 100,000 people from all over the world are expected to attend the three-day Puck Fair in Killorglin.

Thousands will line the streets this evening for the coronation parade when a wild goat caught in the Macgillicuddy's Reeks will take to his throne for the rest of the fair.

Tomorrow a cattle fair will take place, while other highlights include open air concerts and street entertainment.

The festival is worth around €6m to the local economy.

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