The Bealtaine Fire burned on the Hill of Uisneach last night.
A centuries old tradition took place in Westmeath last night.
The Bealtaine Fire burned on the Hill of Uisneach to mark the rejuvenation of the land after the long winter months.
Local historian Ruth Illingworth says it signals the start of summer:
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