In the first week of June there is a long tradition for Gypsies and Travellers to descend on the small Cumbrian town of Appleby-in-Westmorland for the Appleby Horse Fair. People come from miles around to meet old friends and have a good time. Animals can no longer be bought and sold but the horses are washed in the river and raced in the streets. There are stalls of various kinds and general gaiety. Anyone is welcome.

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