Spectators gather for ancient Celtic fire procession that welcomes summer

Crowds watch illuminations during the Bealtaine Fire Festival at the Hill of Uisneach in Co Westmeath. Picture: Niall Carson/PA

Hundreds of spectators have gathered for a Celtic fire festival marking the beginning of summer in Co Westmeath.

A procession of light and fire was held at the Hill of Uisneach, an ancient ceremonial site steeped in Irish mythology.