The highest field in Ireland goes out to pasture

It stands out like the proverbial green field on the mountain, to be admired for miles around.

Comprising 15 acres reclaimed from scrubland by sheep farmer John Joy, at Coolroe, in the MacGillycuddy’s Reeks, in Co Kerry, this piece of ground is claimed to be the highest field being re-seeded in Ireland at present.

Given its elevation, 1,000 feet above sea level, it’s no surprise that the field also commands some splendid views.