A medieval fair transported people in Barrow back through time this weekend.

The annual event at Furness Abbey returned for its 11th edition on Saturday, August 31.

Running for seven hours, the event welcomed live history groups to bring the past into the modern age, as well as craftspeople and stallholders.

The organisers of the fair have since been lauding its success, with their attention already turning to next year to make it even better.

Gary Cunliffe said: "We're exhausted but very happy after our 11th medieval fair - money counting is still going on but it looks like we have raised a good amount for next year’s fair.

"A massive thanks has to go to all who took part, helped to set up and take down - including English Heritage, the Keswick-to-Barrow gang, The Well, and all the wonderful volunteers, they were truly amazing."

The re-enactment groups helped visitors travel across a range of centuries, getting a taste of what life was like in various points in history.

The Iron Shepherds took people to the 12th century with a camp showing how people lived when the abbey was first built before the music of Trouvere moved the event into the 13th century. 

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The 14th century then saw York Levy entertain the crowds, allowing them to practise their weaponry skills.

Mansergh Hog Roast and Abbey Mill Cafe were also in attendance to support the fair keeping visitors fed with a taste of the past.

For Gary and his fellow organisers, the popularity of the event is key to its continued survival, particularly in the face of increasing costs.

He added: "It cost £800 in year one but, this year, costs are close to £5,000.

"We have to raise the money and that's why we ask for a voluntary donation [from people who attend] - it's a privilege to enter the abbey free of charge as a Barrow council tax payer but on an event day it's extremely good value."