Herdwick sheep went down a storm at Eskdale show as hundreds of revellers enjoyed a successful day.

A special display of Go Herdwick lambs caused a stir with visitors while organisers received record entries in the Herdwick competition.

Chris Hartley, of Bootle, was judged to own the world champion Herdwick sheep.

With hound trails, the sheep, fell running and Cumberland wrestling, all set against the backdrop of the beautiful Eskdale fells, there were plenty of reasons to attend.

"It was a very successful day and we were delighted with the turnout," said show secretary Anne Fox.

"We had a display of Go Herdwick lambs by the secretary's tent and they caused a big stir. It was really good of the Calvert Trust and Rheged to let us have the lambs for the day."

The show, held on the field by the King George IV pub, also included a cooking demonstration, a hand clipping demonstration and various displays.

The event is the UK's premier, and oldest, show for Herdwick sheep in the country and includes handicraft stalls, a produce section and children's sports.

"It was a really good, the weather was kind to us," said Anne. "It threatened to rain in the morning but it blew over and stayed dry all day.

"My granddaughter Sarah won in the champion sheepdog category, she was delighted."

The decorative Go Herdwick lambs are part of a display at Rheged, Penrith, which runs until Wednesday.

Named The V-ewe-ing, it is the only opportunity to see the whole flock together.

Over 100 lambs are in the collection and they are helping to raise money for the Calvert Trust, which enables people with disabilities to benefit from outdoor activities in the countryside.

Other activities at the show included a poultry category, root and vintage exhibits and terrier racing.