Sussex Sheep Fair takes place in Findon

The fair, which dates back as far as the 13th century, took place this year having previously been cancelled as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Eddie Mitchell (Image: Eddie Mitchell)

Eddie Mitchell (Image: Eddie Mitchell)

Pictures from the fair show people enjoying everything that the fair had to offer including traditional fairground rides, food and drink and a petting area for sheep.

Eddie Mitchell (Image: Eddie Mitchell)

Eddie Mitchell (Image: Eddie Mitchell)

The fair is also famous for its dancing sheep, where sheep that being judged can be seen jigging from side to side.

Eddie Mitchell (Image: Eddie Mitchell)

The event was curtailed as part of lockdown restrictions in previous years but has been running in some form for over 200 years.

Eddie Mitchell (Image: Eddie Mitchell)

A royal charter is also in place for the event which dates back to 1261.