SIX rare breed sheep were the centre of attention at this year's annual Blaisdon Village Fete.

The woolly animals from the Rare Breed Survival Trust entertained adults and children, alike, as members raised the profile of the charity which aims to conserve and protect the UK's rare native breeds of farm animals from extinction.

Their appearance also tied in well with the fete's theme of farming which saw many stall holders dressed in appropriate costume and children having their face painted as farm animals.

The community event, which has been going for over 40 years, pulled in a crowd of at least 800 people on Sunday to help raise £2,000 for the Blaisdon Village Hall and St Michael and All Angels Church.

Chairman Stuart Gent said: "The produce stall, homemade cakes and teas sold very well this year – and the sheep also generated a lot of interest! We had lots of things going on to reflect our farming theme such as scarecrows, people dressed up, and the night before the event we watched three films which explained how farming has developed over the last 60 years.

"We want to thank everybody who came along to support us."