Horsing about at oldest fair in the country
Published Date:
27 August 2008
HUNDREDS of people made their way to West Ardsley on Monday to take part in Lee Gap Fair, England's oldest chartered horse and trading fair, writes Erica Madelin.
The fair was held this year on fields off Baghill Road and attracted traders from across the country as well as local people who fancied browsing the many stalls and having a good look at the animals.
A fair has been held in the area since 1136, when King Stephen granted a charter to monks living at Woodkirk.
The fair once lasted for three weeks and three days and attracted traders from across Europe who bought and sold a wide variety of goods.
Now, though it has shrunk to just two days, it remains the largest traditional Romany Fair in Yorkshire.
Those who missed First of Lee can still enjoy a day out on Wednesday, September 17, when Latter Lee will be held at the same site.
The full article contains 163 words and appears in Morley Advertiser newspaper.
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Last Updated:
27 August 2008 9:26 AM
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Source:
Morley Advertiser
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Location:
Morley
