Photographer Padraig Kennelly describes one of the strangest annual events in Europe. The oldest traditional fair in Ireland, Puck Fair centres on the Puck goat, which is crowned King and placed on a platform above the town of Killorglin, County Kerry, for three days of music, drink and entertainment.
Photographic
Tony O’Malley of the Killorglin Community Council, 2014
Tony O’Malley of the Killorglin Community Council, 2014.
Michael and Jacinta Houlihan get ready for the Puck Fair Parade, 1962
Michael and Jacinta Houlihan get ready for the Puck Fair Parade, 1962. Ref: P221
Video
Puck Fair 1965
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A look back at times gone by to Puck Fair 1965 A comprehensive look at the many facets that went to make up...
Charlie O Brien
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