Engaging with all the communities involved in Appleby Horse Fair is a vitally important part of the MASCG's work. Understanding the needs of the people living in and around Appleby helps the MASCG plan to ensure that the Fair is a safe and enjoyable experience for residents and visitors alike. The agencies and representatives of the MASCG are committed to engaging with local communities through regular member led drop-in sessions.
Twenty-four awards have been given out in celebration of the best horse health, happiness, and horsemanship at this year’s Appleby Horse Fair, including a Vet’s and People’s Champion.
Representatives of the Multi Agency Strategic Coordinating Group (MASCG) for Appleby Horse Fair discussed plans for the response to the 2024 Fair with local residents at a meeting held in Appleby Public Hall on Wednesday 15 May.
With one month to go, Fair-goers bringing towed caravans to this year’s Appleby Horse Fair are being reminded of the need to carefully plan their journeys and not arrive too soon.
A meeting to discuss plans for the response to this year’s Appleby Horse Fair will be held at the Public Hall in the town on Wednesday 15 May from 7pm.
Local residents attended a member’s drop-in event at Appleby Library on Saturday 9 March to discuss how the Multi-Agency Strategic Co-coordinating Group (MASCG) can improve its response to the annual Horse Fair, held in the town.
The Chair of the Multi-Agency Strategic Coordinating Group (MASCG) for Appleby Horse Fair has warned members of the public not to be fooled by a new site claiming to be the official Appleby Fair shop.
Plans for a temporary campsite for members of the Gypsy and Traveller communities heading to this year’s Appleby Horse Fair have been given the go-ahead.
Come and speak to your locally elected representative of the Multi-Agency Strategic Co-ordinating Group (MASCG) for Appleby Horse Fair, Cllr Graham Simpkins, Westmorland and Furness Council Member for Appleby and Brough.
Appleby Horse Fair 2023 was one of the busiest Fairs in recent years, with the number of caravans and bowtops in attendance only slightly down on last year.
