‘The buzz is incredible. It’s going to be fantastic’

THOUSANDS of revellers wandered along the pedestrianised quays in Waterford from early yesterday as the Tall Ships festival got underway.

Chief organiser Nicky Fewer was beaming as he approached the quays. Only hours into the event, he said there are already making efforts to bring the Tall Ships back to the city.

"We will be re-applying for the event again in November. Its been a tremendous start to this event. Its very encouraging to see so many out here. Even at 11am, the crowds were fantastic."