Esker Donkey Derby Day, Athenry, Co. Galway 1985

Beautiful sunny day at Esker Monastery, Athenry, Co Galway, for the annual Donkey Derby, Charity Fundraiser. Packed with people from near and far enjoying the weather and the carry on - pony races, and pillow fights (30p a go!), sunburn, tea, cake and an 1951 Ford Car. Amusing conversations! Clodagh King, Sean Finn, Martin Prendergast, John Connaire, Jimmy Francis. Michael "Chick" Gillen is interviewed at about 00:17:56. Interviewer Micheal O'Conaill. Video Richard Murphy.