5 things to do for the weekend ahead...

1. Fun, Fashion and Flutters

The schedule includes a recreation and staging of the actual 1916 race with riders and horses in period racing silks, the Irish Grand National, and the Carton House Most Stylish Lady Competition judged by Sky Sports presenter Rachel Wyse.

There will also be live music from Sharon Shannon and Paddy Casey, as well as a funfair, face-painting and free entry for children under 18. www.fairyhouse.ie