CLASSIC steam engines and the best of farming formed a weekend display in Gisburn.

Hundreds of people, intrigued by farming life and equipment, enjoyed the days presentations and entertainment. And all eyes turned to the sky for a thrilling Falconry display.

Organiser Rita Baxter said the day was a huge success and a high point in the agricultural calendar.

"Everyone thoroughly enjoyed everything that was going on and there were high spirits for the evening's country and western line dancing," she said.

'We have events throughout the year but this really marks the beginning of the Autumn season."

Tractors, barn engines and motorcycles were on display, highlighting changes in farming machinery over the centuries.

Cheeses and local produce were also on sale at a specialised farmers market, although foot and mouth restrictions meant that no livestock could be present.

"The farming community is still very wary of the devastation of foot and mouth and no-one would want to put cattle at risk by showing them off at a joint event like this," added Rita.

Several charities were represented on the day, including the Lancashire Evening Telegraph's Magic Eye Appeal.