Kite enthusiasts flock to Northern Ireland beaches for flying festival
"It's perfect conditions for flying," Mr Tweedie told The North West Today.
"There's a strong sea breeze and it's clean wind which is great because the cleaner the wind we have, the better the kites fly."Mr Tweedie said kite-flying teams from across the UK and Ireland joined them at the weekend to soak up the sun and get to experience the beautiful coastlines the north west has to offer.Image caption,"This is what we call a fun fly, there is no competitive element so to speak or need for sponsorship.
Mr Tweedie thanked the local communities involved who came out in their droves and helped support the event. "People here in Castlerock have been out feeding us all here with a lot of teas, coffees and ice creams," he said.
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