Lord Mayor of Dublin Paddy Bourke will launch the country’s biggest equestrian event today.

One of Ireland’s oldest and largest equestrian events will kick off this week for its annual showcase.

THE stylish dash of uniformed Army officers on horseback, the elegant glamour of Miss Ireland Blathnaid McKenna and a background of rare and glorious sunshine made a cocktail to whet the appetite of any romantic.

Thousands of people are expected to flock to the Dublin Horse Show from today to view some of the best of Ireland’s horses in action.