PICTURES: The Wren Boys are back in town as centuries' old tradition revived in Limerick city

THE TRADITION of chasing or hunting the Wren is most associated with pockets of West

THE TRADITION of chasing or hunting the Wren is most associated with pockets of West Limerick but it has been revived in Limerick city.

but it has been revived in Limerick city.

On St Stephen’s Day, huge crowds turned out for a ritual that dates back to pagan times. Sporting costumes made of straw, the Wren Boys are known to parade locally while gathering money for charities.

The Wren revival is thanks to Trad Folkin Rocks and Tinteán Sessions - The Commercial. All involved brought music, masks, and mayhem to the streets in sights that haven’t been seen in years. Tradition, craic, and community spirit was on display and all to support the incredible work of the Simon Community.

If you missed it then these stunning photos from Lisnagry’s Ken Coleman will make you feel like you were in the thick of the action. The artist, internationally recognised for his post-humanist, mixed-media works, kindly shared these pictures with Limerick Live / Limerick Leader. Enjoy!

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