Puck the Goat King of the Fair: Killorglin, Co Kerry

by | May 24, 2012 | Animals, Heroes & Villains, Kerry, Landmarks & Buildings | 3 comments

This statue commemorates the goat that is crowned King of the Puck Fair each year. It’s Ireland’s oldest festival and one legend tells that its origins come from a he-goat, or “puck,” who was separated from his herd when Cromwellian forces were approaching the area. The appearance of the exhausted animal alerted villages and they were able to protect themselves from attach. Every year a goat is crowned king and a rousing party ensues.

Puck Fair

Written by Liam Hughes

Liam Hughes

Liam splits his time between the US and County Tipperary, Ireland. In addition to providing private tours of Ireland, he spends much of his time hunting for broken dishes which he crafts into beautiful shard jewelry. Liam’s Tips | Website

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Liam Hughes

Liam splits his time between the US and County Tipperary, Ireland. In addition to providing private tours of Ireland, he spends much of his time hunting for broken dishes which he crafts into beautiful shard jewelry. Liam's Tips | Website