Lambing weekend at the Royal Agricultural University (RAU) went ahead despite the icy weather, with several new arrivals contributing to the total of 300 lambs born so far this season.
Over 200 people came to the University’s Harnhill Manor Farm on Saturday and Sunday to find out what goes on during this critical time in the rural calendar.
Some visitors were lucky enough to see some lambs being born, while others had the chance to get up close to them.
Families enjoyed tractor and trailer rides, educational displays on farming and food production, and met RAU students and staff.
Harnhill’s flock includes mule, Lleyn and Highlander breeding ewes.
RAU Farms Director, Tom Overbury, said: "We had a really successful lambing weekend, with many people coming to see what was happening, despite the dreadful weather.
“Our visitors had a wonderfully relaxed time, as it was less crowded with few queues.
“That also meant the ewes were more relaxed, with a number of births taking place each day.
“I’d like to thank all those involved and everyone who came out to support and learn about lambing.”
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