Bejeezus! Derry sets sights on leprechaun world record

Derry is to try and break the world record for the most leprechauns in the one place at the same time.

The world record bid will be one of the highlights of the city's St Patrick's Day celebrations on March 17.

Organisers hope that up to 10,000 people will dress up as leprechauns as part of the event.

The world record bid will be used to raise money for the Foyle Hospice.

The current world record was set in Bandon in Cork on St Patrick’s Day, 2012, when 1,263 (pictured) turned up dressed as leprechauns.

More details about how to get involved in the event will be released in the coming weeks.