The world-famous Hook Lighthouse will celebrate St Bridget next weekend with an "Imbolc" traditional festival marking the beginning of spring.
Imbolc marks the feast of St Bridget - known as the fire goddess as well as being the patron saint of boatmen, sailors and mariners - and was also one of four important festivals in the Celtic calendar.
During the festival weekend next Saturday and Sunday, visitors to the Co Wexford lighthouse will be able to partake of art workshops and St Bridget's Cross-making with the Hook resident artist Rose.
There will also be walks through the maze to place wishes on the Imbolc Wishing Tree and seed-planting for families, who are encouraged to bring old egg cartons, along with free family fun and entertainment.
There will also be a talk on sustainability and recycling at the Hook Lighthouse Eco-Education Station; storytelling; outdoor games; and spring fare in the café.
Organisers have lined up an "Imbolc fish and chip supper" for Saturday evening featuring locally-caught fish, as well as a guided tour of the old lighthouse itself.
