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Appleby Horse Fair

@ApplebyFair

The official X account for Appleby Horse Fair, hosted by the agencies working to help make the gypsy, traveller & Roma event safe for all.

 Appleby, Cumbria
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The Post-Appleby Horse Fair Public Drop-In Event will be held on Monday 23rd June 2025 between 5pm - 8pm at Appleby Public Hall. More at: applebyfair.org/news-0/2025/…
Image showing representatives of the Multi Agency Strategic Coordination Group and members of the public at the pre-fair meeting for the 2025 Appleby Horse Fair.

ALT Image showing representatives of the Multi Agency Strategic Coordination Group and members of the public at the pre-fair meeting for the 2025 Appleby Horse Fair.

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Trading Standards Officers from Westmorland and Furness Council, supported by Cumbria Police and the Anti-Counterfeiting Group, seized over £38,000 worth of unsafe counterfeit goods from the market fields at this year’s Appleby Horse Fair. More at 👇 applebyfair.org/news-0/2025/…
Unsafe counterfeit goods with Prada branding seized from the market field at this year's Appleby Horse Fair

ALT Unsafe counterfeit goods with Prada branding seized from the market field at this year's Appleby Horse Fair

Unsafe counterfeit goods with Cartier branding seized from the market field at this year's Appleby Horse Fair

ALT Unsafe counterfeit goods with Cartier branding seized from the market field at this year's Appleby Horse Fair

Unsafe counterfeit goods seized from the market field at this year's Appleby Horse Fair

ALT Unsafe counterfeit goods seized from the market field at this year's Appleby Horse Fair

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Emerging issues at the Fair can be raised using the Community Feedback Form at orlo.uk/qYNTm Don't use the this form to report crime to police. Report non-emergency matters to police online at orlo.uk/hyBE5 or by calling 101. Always call 999 in an emergency
Picture of The Sands in Appleby during the horse fair, with barriers, temporary toilets and additional litter bin facilities.

ALT Picture of The Sands in Appleby during the horse fair, with barriers, temporary toilets and additional litter bin facilities.

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Take care in and around Appleby and please do not jump on or off moving vehicles. It is extremely dangerous.
A picture of a road sign in Appleby reading, "Do not jump on or off moving vehicles."

ALT A picture of a road sign in Appleby reading, "Do not jump on or off moving vehicles."

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If you're planning to visit Appleby today, please be on the alert for fast-moving horses, especially around the Flashing Lane. Stay out of the carriageway as horses move at speed and cannot be quickly stopped if something or someone steps into their way.
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You may encounter fast moving horses at Appleby, particularly on the Flashing Lane. Stay alert and keep safe at all times.
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The first Best at Appleby Awards for horse health, happiness and horsemanship have been given at this year’s Fair. The annual gathering of Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities, is currently taking place in the Cumbrian town. More at applebyfair.org/news-0/2025/…
Best at Appleby 2025 Award winner - Rag Lady and owner Michael with vet Nicola Berryman

ALT Best at Appleby 2025 Award winner - Rag Lady and owner Michael with vet Nicola Berryman

Best at Appleby 2025 Award winner - Pandora and owner Mark

ALT Best at Appleby 2025 Award winner - Pandora and owner Mark

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Thinking of visiting Appleby Horse Fair over the weekend? With thundery downpours and blustery wind forecast, make sure you wear appropriate footwear & wet weather clothing. If you're arriving by car, drive to the conditions & watch out for slow moving and horse drawn vehicles.
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Making plans for the weekend? Here are the details for the forecast 👇🌦️🌈
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Following a safety inspection the decision has been taken to close the Holme Farm car park access bridge to vehicles for the duration of this year's fair. Alternative access to the car park is signposted, up from Appleby Grammar School, off the A66 westbound slipway road.
Google map image of Holme Farm car park at Appleby

ALT Google map image of Holme Farm car park at Appleby

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Many thanks to Westmorland and Furness Council's dedicated waste management and street cleaning teams who swing into action at the end of each day and again first thing in the morning to make sure Appleby and the surrounding towns and villages are clean and tidy.
Image of street cleaning activity in Appleby during the annual horse fair.

ALT Image of street cleaning activity in Appleby during the annual horse fair.

Image of street cleaning activity in Appleby during the annual horse fair

ALT Image of street cleaning activity in Appleby during the annual horse fair

Image of street cleaning activity in Appleby during the annual horse fair

ALT Image of street cleaning activity in Appleby during the annual horse fair

Image of street cleaning activity in Appleby during the annual horse fair

ALT Image of street cleaning activity in Appleby during the annual horse fair

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Travelling to Appleby Horse Fair this weekend? Check for parking locations and traffic restrictions at applebyfair.org/travel-fair
Travel to the Fair | Appleby Horse Fair

Travel to the Fair | Appleby Horse Fair

Information about travelling to Appleby for the Horse Fair.

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The Sands road closure is now in place. The Sands is likely to close around lunchtime daily, with the aim to reopen at around 6pm – please allow extra time for street cleaning thereafter. Note - Access and egress for the duration of the closure is via the Station Road end.
Picture of a road closed sign on the Sands in Appleby during the horse fair.

ALT Picture of a road closed sign on the Sands in Appleby during the horse fair.

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The access bridge to Holme Farm car park is closed to allow for a safety inspection. Alternative access is now signposted off the B6542 (the westbound slipway road for the A66) above Appleby Grammar School.
Google Maps image of Appleby showing the Holme Farm car park and access points off the B6542

ALT Google Maps image of Appleby showing the Holme Farm car park and access points off the B6542

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The Multi Agency Coordinating Group (MASCG) for Appleby Horse Fair has published an updated Traffic Management Plan (TMP) for this year’s Fair. More 👇   applebyfair.org/news-0/2025/…
Image of a road closure sign in Appleby during the annual horse fair

ALT Image of a road closure sign in Appleby during the annual horse fair

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A prolonged period of dry weather has raised animal welfare concerns and prompted a “Don’t arrive too soon” message for this year’s Appleby Horse Fair from the RSPCA.   More 👇 applebyfair.org/news-0/2025/…
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Trading Standards are again asking traders at this year’s Appleby Horse Fair to check that the goods they sell are genuine and safe for consumers. More 👇 westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk…
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With the 2025 Appleby Horse Fair a little over a month away, Fair-goers who bring trailers (towed caravans) are being reminded of the importance of planning ahead and not arriving too soon. More: orlo.uk/kVRRe
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National Highways have announced A66 works which may impact travel to Appleby.   National Highways are upgrading the barrier between the Snow Gates at Bowes & the Cumbria border.   Work begins on 7 April through to 8 November. More at applebyfair.org/news-0/2025/…
Image of a horse in outline with the words, Appleby Horse Fair, written underneath.

ALT Image of a horse in outline with the words, Appleby Horse Fair, written underneath.

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#SAW2024 It's Day 2 of the @AnnCraftTrust #SafeguardingAdultsWeek and the focus is how to Effectively Work in Partnership with the people you support- ‘Making safeguarding personal' ‘Person-centered practice' ‘Co-production’ ..these are all approaches that support working in partnership with people who use services. Read the #AnnCraftTrusts blog to learn more about co-production: anncrafttrust.org/what-is-co… To coincide with #SAW2024 CSAB are today hosting their 2nd Annual Safeguarding Conference for practitioners which will cover a range of important topics connected to safeguarding. Take a look at the poster which outlines the events CSAB are hosting during #NSAW24 👇cumbriasab.org.uk/sites/defa… Are you are concerned that an adult living in Cumbria may be at risk of abuse or neglect and cannot protect themselves? You can report your concerns to Adult Social Care; · If you have concerns about an adult in Allerdale, Carlisle or Copeland contact Cumberland Council on 0300 373 3732 · If you have concerns about an adult in Barrow, Eden or South Lakeland contact Westmorland and Furness Council on 0300 373 3301 Sign up to get CSAB Newsletters & Briefings direct to your inbox: 👇public.govdelivery.com/accou…
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Member led drop-in sessions for residents have been confirmed at Appleby, Kirkby Stephen and Long Marton in the coming weeks. If you’d like to discuss any aspect of Appleby Horse Fair, pop in for a chat. More details here 👉applebyfair.org/news-0/2024/…
Member led drop-in sessions confirmed | Appleby Horse Fair

Member led drop-in sessions confirmed | Appleby Horse Fair

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...

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