In a remote Irish town, a goat reigns supreme
Skip to main content
E-paper বাংলা
T
TODAY’S NEWS
“You gave us courage, you gave us power” 11 teenagers reach Padma Bridge after cycling 53 kms Thousands walk on Padma bridge "Khaleda said Padma Bridge won't be constructed; come see for yourself" “Padma Bridge answer to all insults”: PM thanks Rehana, Joy, Putul, Bobby Bangladesh cricketers celebrate historic Padma Bridge inauguration Padma Bridge, as seen from satellite images Aussie cricketers finally win Lankan hearts "I hope Padma Bridge will boost confidence of naysayers" Commentary by Mahfuz Anam: Sheikh Hasina’s ‘finest hour’ Padma bridge symbol of our capability: Quader PM unveils Padma Bridge plaque at Jazira Point PM pays first toll for crossing Padma Bridge PM releases postage stamp marking Padma Bridge opening PM inaugurates Padma Bridge at Mawa Point
The Daily Star
Journalism Without Fear or Favour
Saturday, June 25, 2022
  • E-paper
  • বাংলা
TODAY’S NEWS
“You gave us courage, you gave us power” 11 teenagers reach Padma Bridge after cycling 53 kms Thousands walk on Padma bridge "Khaleda said Padma Bridge won't be constructed; come see for yourself" “Padma Bridge answer to all insults”: PM thanks Rehana, Joy, Putul, Bobby Bangladesh cricketers celebrate historic Padma Bridge inauguration Padma Bridge, as seen from satellite images Aussie cricketers finally win Lankan hearts "I hope Padma Bridge will boost confidence of naysayers" Commentary by Mahfuz Anam: Sheikh Hasina’s ‘finest hour’ Padma bridge symbol of our capability: Quader PM unveils Padma Bridge plaque at Jazira Point PM pays first toll for crossing Padma Bridge PM releases postage stamp marking Padma Bridge opening PM inaugurates Padma Bridge at Mawa Point
The Daily Star
Saturday, June 25, 2022 | Journalism Without Fear or Favour
  • Home
  • News
    • Bangladesh
    • Asia
    • World
  • Views
    • Editorial
    • Opinion
    • Letters to the Editor
  • Health
    • Diseases
    • Healthcare
    • Food
  • Coronavirus
  • Sports
    • Cricket
    • Football
    • More Sports
  • Business
    • Economy
    • Global Economy
    • Organisation News
  • Entertainment
    • TV & Film
    • Music
    • Theatre & Arts
  • Culture
    • Art & Design
    • Books
  • Life & Living
    • Fashion & Beauty
    • Food & Recipes
    • Health & Fitness
  • Youth
    • Education
    • Careers
    • Young Icons
  • Tech & Startup
    • Science, Gadgets, and Tech
    • Startups
    • Automobiles
  • Feature
    • Lifestyle
    • Arts & Entertainment
    • Showbiz
    • Star Health
    • Satireday
    • Shout
    • Toggle
    • Star Literature
    • In Focus
    • Star Youth
    • Law & Our Rights
    • Daily Star Books
    • Roundtables
    • Supplements
  • Environment
    • Climate crisis
    • Natural resources
    • Pollution
  • NRB
বাংলা T
  • Home
  • News
    • Bangladesh
    • Asia
    • World
  • Views
    • Editorial
    • Opinion
    • Letters to the Editor
  • Health
    • Diseases
    • Healthcare
    • Food
  • Coronavirus
  • Sports
    • Cricket
    • Football
    • More Sports
  • Business
    • Economy
    • Global Economy
    • Organisation News
  • Entertainment
    • TV & Film
    • Music
    • Theatre & Arts
  • Culture
    • Art & Design
    • Books
  • Life & Living
    • Fashion & Beauty
    • Food & Recipes
    • Health & Fitness
  • Youth
    • Education
    • Careers
    • Young Icons
  • Tech & Startup
    • Science, Gadgets, and Tech
    • Startups
    • Automobiles
  • Feature
    • Lifestyle
    • Arts & Entertainment
    • Showbiz
    • Star Health
    • Satireday
    • Shout
    • Toggle
    • Star Literature
    • In Focus
    • Star Youth
    • Law & Our Rights
    • Daily Star Books
    • Roundtables
    • Supplements
  • Environment
    • Climate crisis
    • Natural resources
    • Pollution
  • NRB

  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • SMS Subscription
  • Apps
  • Comment Policy
  • RSS
  • Sitemap
  • Advertisement
  • Newsletter
  • Privacy Policy
  • Conference Hall
  • Archives
Special Read

In a remote Irish town, a goat reigns supreme

Reuters, Killorglin
Fri Aug 11, 2017 01:03 PM Last update on: Fri Aug 11, 2017 01:07 PM
Puck Queen Caitlin Horgan, 12, poses with the newly crowned King Puck goat which will be held on a platform above the town for three days in Killorglin, Ireland August 10, 2017. Photo: REUTERS/Clodagh Kilcoyne

For a few days this week a goat will be king of a small town in Ireland's rural south west.

Billed as one of Ireland's oldest festivals, the Puck Fair sees locals in the town of Killorglin pluck a wild mountain goat from its habitat and crown him 'King Puck' for the duration of the event.

For all latest news, follow The Daily Star's Google News channel.

This year's king was paraded through the town on Thursday, where he was crowned by the Queen of Puck - an honour bestowed on a local schoolgirl. He appeared relaxed, if occasionally bemused, during his coronation.

"I've seen it for the last 11 years so it's nothing new but when I first moved here from England I thought it was strange," festival-goer Ben Henry, 25, of Killarney told Reuters.

"I heard a fella today saying he's been coming to Puck for 57 years so that says a lot!" he added.

The festival will feature music, street performers and a horse fair.

The origins of the event are unclear, though there are many local theories from a harvest festival to tales of a lone goat fleeing Oliver Cromwell's troops into the village.

Organizers say historical references to the festival date back to the early 17th century.

As for King Puck, organizers say he is to be treated royally during his brief reign with a diet of ash tree branches, water and cabbage to sustain him until he returns to his mountain home following his dethronement ceremony.

Organisers expect to welcome more than 100,000 visitors during the festival which runs until August 12.

Related topic
Ireland
Apple Google
Click to comment

Comments

Comments Policy

Related News

Cricket

Tigers reach Belfast

Cricket

Tigers' opener washed out

The Bengal Tigress
Sports

Washout sees Tigresses lose T20 series

Cricket

Latham banks on young guns

Cricket

Bangladesh outclass Ireland

The Daily Star  | বাংলা
২২ মিনিট আগে|স্টার মাল্টিমিডিয়া

উদ্বোধনের পরপরই হাজারো মানুষের ঢল পদ্মা সেতুতে

উদ্বোধনের কিছু সময় পর পদ্মা সেতুতে ঢল নামে সাধারণ মানুষের।

১ ঘণ্টা আগে|পদ্মা সেতু

‘অবশ্যই এটি ইঞ্জিনিয়ারিংয়ের একটি বিস্ময়’

The Daily Star
Follow Us
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • SMS Subscription
  • Apps
  • Comment Policy
  • RSS
  • Sitemap
  • Advertisement
  • Newsletter
  • Privacy Policy
  • Conference Hall
  • Archives
© 2022 thedailystar.net | Powered by: RSI LAB
Copyright: Any unauthorized use or reproduction of The Daily Star content for commercial purposes is strictly prohibited and constitutes copyright infringement liable to legal action.