Age old tradition being kept alive in Laois
Published 23rd Apr 2026, 18:53 GMT
Dan Lynch in Capard is doing his best to pass the tradition along to the next generation
An age old tradition is being kept alive in the Slieve Bloom Mountains where Dan Lynch is preparing to put up the May Bush.
Dan, who is in his 80s and lives in Capard, puts his May Bush up every year at the Ridge of Capard to mark the start of May.
He has been doing his bit to pass the old tradition down through the generations and is often helped by his granddaughters.
Pictured above: Síomha Pictured here with her grandad last year
The old rural custom which was practised throughout Ireland was believed to improve the harvest.
Anyone interested can bring ribbons and painted eggshells to adorn the tree. The event takes place at Millenium Park in Rosenallis Village at 2pm. Refreshments will be served afterwards in Rosenallis Community Centre.