Gypsies and travellers have arrived in Appleby for the start of the annual Appleby Horse Fair.

Members of the gypsy and traveller community have travelled from far and wide to attend the event, from all over the UK, Ireland and further afield.

Furthermore, an additional 20,000 people are expected to attend for three days of trade, competition and festivities

The fair runs from the 4th until the 7th June.