I've been selling eggs for 50 years - Naas Country Market stall holder

One woman has been selling eggs for an incredible 50 years at Naas Country Market.

Grandmother Kathy Fisher (74) from Elverstown, Ballymore Eustace has also been baking scones and tarts for weekly customers for five decades.

Naas Country Market, which is open every Friday rom 9.45am to 12.15pm every Friday in the Town Hall.

Kathy, who is also dubbed the 'Queen of Scones' told KildareNow: "I can't believe it's been 50 years but I started selling eggs in the Market in 1965. It feels like yesterday.

"I have regular customers who come week after week and we have a chat and a laugh."

Kathy, who has seven children and ten grandchildren, added: "I look forward to going to the Town Hall every week. Everything is homemade and there's great value."

The Market provides a range of produce including fruit,vegetables , flowers, eggs, honey, jams, preserves, crafts and a huge variety of home baking including a gluten free range. A spokeswoman said: "We have regular loyal customers, growing week by week."

For Xmas we have festive floral arrangements, wreaths, crafts and a large choice in puddings, cakes and Xmas baking. Come to the order desk and discuss your Xmas needs. An extra Xmas Market on Weds 23rd Dec 9.45am to 12.15pm.