Hundreds of people are expected to compete in a unique seasonal event in Ennis, County Clare this afternoon - the annual Irish Christmas Tree-Throwing Championships.
Members of the public will seek to beat the current Irish record of flinging a tree 10.2m. The world record is 12m.
This year's championships are in aid of Childline, run by the Irish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children.
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Tim Forde, who manages Active Ennis Sports and Leisure Facilities, said it's a novel way of recycling your Christmas tree and having fun:
