Riders to storm the strand as tight-rope walker takes to the skies

It’s beach weather, for sure, but there’s no shortage of organised festivities and events this weekend.

A high-wire specialist will attempt to make a 75m crossing over a Tipperary river, jockeys will be whipping up a storm at the strand races in West Cork, and walkers will take to a busy route between Cork City and Bandon for charity.

Macra na Feirme, meanwhile, is anxious to highlight that this is “Know Your Neighbour” weekend, with the aim of encouraging people to get to know their neighbours by organising a community event such as a BBQ, teddy bears’ picnic, family fun day, or just a coffee morning.