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.
Fairgoers at Appleby are being advised to make sure their horses get plenty of extra rest and rehydration to help them stay happy and healthy in the hot weather that’s been forecast.
The following was released by Cumbria Constabulary at 2pm today (6 June).
The bridge in Appleby has been reopened after the ordnance recovered from the river today (6 June) was found to be an inert training round.
A month ahead of the 2023 Appleby Horse Fair, Fair-goers who bring trailers (towed caravans) are being reminded of the importance of planning ahead and not arriving too soon.
There have recently been confirmed cases of measles circulating in the North West - so it's important to make sure your family's vaccinations are up to date.
As the biggest Appleby Horse Fair in recent years comes to a close, all road users are urged to be extra careful on roads throughout Cumbria and beyond.