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The Irish Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Irish theme park with country's biggest roller coaster and wildlife park announces major new addition for summer
AN Irish theme park with the country's biggest roller coaster and wildlife park has just announced a major new addition for the summer. Robert Fossett's Circus has returned to Advertisement 3 Emerald Park has announced a new addition this summer Credit: Emerald Park 3 Robert Fossett's Circus has returned to the park Credit: Emerald Park 3 And they have shows running daily until the end of August Credit: Emerald Park Titled 'The Show', the 30-minute performance takes place in a circus tent on-site with three shows each day at 1.30pm, 3.00pm, and 4.30pm. It features a mix of classic and contemporary circus acts, including hand balancing, juggling, shadow performance and cube and sphere routines. Spanish clown Pompeu Pedrosa serves as host, linking the circus acts with comedy and interacting with audiences. In a statement, Emerald Park said: 'Get ready for an unforgettable family day out as Robert Fossett's iconic circus experience returns to Emerald Park! Advertisement READ MORE IN TRAVEL 'Step inside Robert Fossett's Circus Tent and discover 'The Show' - a thrilling blend of traditional circus fun and jaw dropping performances that will leave audiences of all ages amazed.' Admission to the show is included in the general entry ticket and no pre-booking is required. The circus is part of Emerald Park's other Younger visitors can explore the Junior Zone, while older Advertisement Most read in News Travel What's more, the park's main rollercoaster Cú Chulainn is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, with over eight million people having ridden it since it opened in 2015. And a new video feature has also launched on the coaster, allowing guests to buy footage of their ride. First look at new 'tallest of its kind' ride to open at English seaside theme park The park added: 'Now, for the first time ever, they can capture their reactions on video as they ride The Cú Chulainn Coaster, with brand new on-ride recording now available. 'The Cú Chulainn Coaster still delivering high speed thrills to brave riders, and it's not to be missed.' Advertisement Emerald Park is open daily this summer, and tickets are available at Meanwhile, competitive pillow fighting has come to the streets of Dublin in a new arena experience. COMPETITIVE PILLOW FIGHTING Located on One Irish rapper, who goes by @l.k2798 on Advertisement He said: 'Pillow fighting on Dame Street. '#duckanddive' The first of its kind on the streets of Dublin, pillow fighting competitions like this have gained popularity - with similar ones found in London and Participants can challenge friends, siblings or coworkers in an enclosed setting where the fun and banter flow just as much as the pillow swings. Advertisement What's more, the arena includes a referee to oversee
Irish Independent
a day ago
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Louth's Darren Geoghegan in the running as Annaverna plays host to All-Ireland Poc Fada Finals
Competitors taking part this year are of the highest calibre, with many holding All-Star Awards, All Ireland Club and County medals. The modern Poc Fada recreates the legendary journey of Cú Chulainn who as the seven-year-old boy Setanta decided he had waited long enough to become a member of the famous Red Branch Knights of Ulster. So he set off from his home in Dundalk for the Macra, the Red Branch Knights school in Armagh, some 60km away. While crossing the Cooley Mountains, Setanta hit his sliotar far ahead and ran forward to catch it on his hurley stick before it hit the ground. Today's contenders compete over the same Cooley mountains as Setanta once passed. The 5km Senior Hurling and 2.5 km Senior Camogie and U16 courses provide ample opportunity to practice pocs, as on average the Senior Hurling takes 46 pocs to win. The modern All-Ireland Poc Fada dates back to 1960 when six boys from Dundalk (Mal Begley, Peter Crilly, Sean Mc Aeney, Jerome Mc Donagh, Peter Myles and the first-ever winner Damien Callan) under the watchful eye of An tAthair Pól Mac Shean, took part in the very first Poc Fada. The first All-Ireland Poc Fada took place the following year in 1961. First sponsored by Martin Donnelly more than 25 years ago, the MD Sports All-Ireland Poc Fada Finals represent one of the longest-running sponsorships within the GAA and Camogie Association. Spectators are very welcome to come along to Annaverna Mountain on Monday for 11am. PLAYING ORDER Senior Hurling 1. Cathal Dillon, Tipperary 2. Pearce Smyth, Down 3. Noel Fallon, Roscommon 4. Sean Og McLaren, Antrim 5. Killian Phelan, Kilkenny 6. Cillian Kiely, Offaly 7. Darren Geoghegan, Louth 8. Brendan Cummins, Tipperary 9. Pat Burke, Westmeath 10. Bobby Douglas, Mayo 11. Colin Ryan, Limerick 12. Fionan Mackessy, Kilkenny Senior Camogie 1. Isobelle McInerney, Clare 2. Ellen Leech, Antrim 3. Patricia Coote, Westmeath 4. Maeve Muldoon, Galway 5. Sara Louise Graffin, Down ADVERTISEMENT Learn more 6. Molly Lynch, Cork U16 Hurling 1. Donnacha Collins, Derry 2. Oran Stratford, Galway 3. Sean Og O'Regan, Waterford 4. Conor Raleigh, Westmeath U16 Camogie 1. Siofra Ginty, Offaly 2. Kayla Garrett, Galway 3. Saoirse Ryan, Tipperary 4. Eimear Ward, Antrim
The Irish Sun
4 days ago
- Climate
- The Irish Sun
Ireland AM star shares scenic Kerry snaps as he strips down to soak up sun ahead of All-Ireland final
IRELAND AM star Deric Hartigan has shared a glimpse into his trip to Kerry ahead of this weekend's All-Ireland final. The celebrity weatherman has been documenting his travels across 2 Deric enjoyed a trip to Kerry Credit: Instagram 2 The weatherman shared a series of snaps from his trip Credit: Instagram Deric has been keeping his followers up to date on The He also posed shirtless in one snap while standing in front of a mountain and lake wearing just a pair of black shorts. Deric captioned his post: " Views and vibes in the Kingdom #Kerry." READ MORE ON IRELAND AM Fans and friends flocked to the comment section to share their love for his post. Teresa said: "Love the pictures, great place is Kerry." Angie wrote: "Yes please." Another added: "Lovely photos Deric." MOST READ IN THE IRISH SUN The weatherman was recently left Deric stepped out of his comfort zone as he ventured to Emerald Park to celebrate ten years of the Cú Chulainn coaster. Deric Hartigan's fans say he's 'best' as he leaves Ireland AM stars Muireann O'Connell and Tommy Bowe in stitches During his time in the park, Deric was forced to face his fear and ride the iconic rollercoaster. The 45-year-old could be seen screaming his head off while sitting on the ride as Deric told them: "Guys it wasn't my finest moment. Now you know me right? I can get up on a horse, I can play polo, I can get into a tank and dress up as a mermaid, I can wear a TOP TV "That for me was very very tough. I suppose I was facing my fears here this morning. Did I look good?" Muireann replied: "Highly enjoyable." Deric revealed that his producer wanted him to go on the ride again and he refused saying: "No we are not doing it again Sinead - this is a one take wonder special." The presenter added: "But I definitely faced my fear this morning." Tommy remarked that the person sitting beside Deric looked like he was having a great time but looked worried that Deric was "going to get sick on him". Deric responded: "Oh he was nice and relaxed. I was the jittery one but anyway I loved it. I had great fun."
Irish Independent
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Lú Festival of Light to return to Drogheda bringing ancient myths and modern legends
The 2025 edition will bring stories from Cú Chulainn and Ferdia, The Morrigan, and Queen Maeve's Tain march, alongside a tribute to the remarkable people and achievements of Drogheda. The festival celebrates Drogheda's involvement with mythical stories, with the town located so close to Brú na Boinne and the sailor-poet Amergin said to have landed on the banks of the Boyne. Lú Festival of Light 2025 is set to be the premier urban animation and lighting event in the country this year and will deliver dazzling displays, rich storytelling, extraordinary street performance and immersive atmosphere within the town. Through story telling light displays and captivating light and sound performances, Drogheda's streets will be transformed into a living canvas of story. Deputy chief executive of Louth Count Council, Thomas McEvoy welcomed the longevity of the festival: 'Lú Festival has become a highlight in Louth's cultural calendar, and we're proud to support it for the fourth consecutive year. 'This October, the festival promises to captivate audiences once again with powerful stories from our legendary past while shining a well-deserved spotlight on the town of Drogheda. 'We look forward to another exciting celebration of our rich heritage, creativity and community spirit and see what new events this year festival will bring.' Ryan Vail of Visual Spectrum said: 'We design moments that stop people in their tracks, where story, technology, and place come alive. It's not just a festival it's a new way of seeing the town.' The Lú Festival of Light is delivered in partnership by Love Drogheda Business Improvement District (BID), produced by Visual Spectrum, and funded by Louth County Council, Love Drogheda BID, Drogheda Councillors and supported by Failte Ireland.
