Millstreet craft far

From the spark of a blacksmith’s hammer to the intricate weaving of a sugán basket, traditional Irish skills will be celebrated on Sunday 4 May at the Craft and Blacksmithing Fair at Millstreet Country Park. It’s just one of the reasons to visit the 500-acre wildlife and activity park, with facilities including a deer farm, walking and cycling trails and themed gardens. Other events include the KiteFest in June, the annual bug festival in July and a family cycle fest in August. Open from April to October, family day tickets are €15, an adult yearly membership is €20, under-16s go free. Visit www.millstreetcountrypark.com