ORGANISERS of a country fair have moved its location in a bid to beat the Cumbrian weather.

For the past few years Lakeland Country Fair has been hit by more than its fair share of downpours.

This year, as a way of tackling the muddy mess that comes with the rain, organisers have moved the event from its usual site.

Organiser Alison Bolt said: "We have moved the fair to the fields at Little Arrow, which is still in Torver, but half a mile further towards Coniston.

"It is an excellent site, and potentially not as muddy as the previous site we used."

As ever, there will be plenty to see and do at the fair on August 20. The main display this year is a demonstration of duck herding using sheepdogs.

In the main ring there will be the traditional parade of fell foxhounds and beagles, and the fiercely competed tug-of-war between Broughton and Lowick Young Farmers.

The show prides itself on being a showcase for traditional Cumbrian skills and activities, so visitors will be able to watch demonstrations throughout the day.

Among the competitive events are a terrier, lurcher and whippet show, fell foxhound and beagle shows, a stick show, and senior and junior fell races.

Visitors can try their hand at archery and the children can enjoy fairground rides, a bouncy castle and donkey rides.

The show is almost fully booked with trade stands, and there will be homemade refreshments, a barbecue and a licensed bar.

Entry for adults is £5 and £2.50 for school-aged children, and car parking is free.

For more information on what the show has to offer visit www.lakelandcountryfair.co.uk.

The fair opens at noon.