The organisers of the Rose of Tralee are looking for a few good men.

Male escorts are needed to accompany this year's entrants.

The Rose of Tralee, which takes place in Kerry each August, has become one of Ireland's longest running festivals since it started in 1959.

Communications Manager for the festival John Drummey told us who should apply, and what is involved in being an escort during the festival:

Maria Walsh, the Philadelphia Rose, was crowned the 2014 International Rose of Tralee.

You can find the escort application form on the Rose of Tralee website. Applicants must be between 21 and 30 years of age, and unmarried.