Video: Fun sheep racing at Masham Sheep Fair
The Masham Sheep Fair attracted large crowds to the charity event that was set up 30 years ago to celebrate and resurrect the ancient tradition.
The festival programme included sheep racing, a craft market, fleece stalls, a wool competition, sheepdog demonstrations, Morris dancing and tours of the local breweries as well as the traditional judging classes.
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The fair has overcome many challenges during its 30-year history, including having to replace livestock with 'scarecrow' sheep during the foot and mouth outbreak.
The sheep racing has attracted criticism from animal rights activists, who this year claimed the entertainment was cruel. Experienced sheep farmers responded to defend the race.