Buttevant toasts lengthy history

Medieval scenes will be re-enacted as part of a day of celebrations to mark a Co Cork town’s lengthy history.

Buttevant, originally built as a walled town in the 13th century, will be the scene of sword-and axe-wielding battle re-enactments, medieval singing, and a host of family fun events.

Minister for Arts, Heritage, and the Gaeltacht Jimmy Deenihan will be on hand on June 16 to unveil two murals and a book detailing Buttevant’s rich past.