Visitors came from far and wide to get a taste of country life at and celebrate 10 years of a popular fair.

Buckham Fair, hosted by actor Martin Clunes and his wife, Philippa, together with the committee, took place at the weekend - and didn't disappoint.

The fair, which combines a dog and pony show with a food and craft fair showcasing regional producers, is held on the Clunes' land near Beaminster.

This year, the actor was reunited once again with his Men Behaving Badly co-star Neil Morrissey, who was invited to judge 'The Dog even more like Neil Morrissey competition'.

To mark the 10th anniversary a host of new events were introduced, including a World Guinness Record attempt to have the largest number of dogs sitting simultaneously on a command.

The Devil’s Horsemen Display Team performed and, after a two year absence, the stunt dogs of film and TV returned with a brand new display – not to mention the Quack Pack duck herding display.

Visitors were able to browse a variety of artisan, craft and other trade stands from local suppliers as well enjoy the delights of a food court and beer tent. There was something for everyone, with classic car display, a funfair and the opportunity to take part in all kinds of horse, pony and dog classes on the day.

This year's fair was the last one for a while as organisers take a break, saying 'after ten glorious years we have decided to take a break after this year’s fair and re-group.'

This is to allow the land to recover and 'to give our neighbours and the good people of Beaminster a break from the incredible patience they have shown us over the last decade.'

Since the fair began huge sums have been raised for good causes each year, including £512,500 for the Weldmar Hospicecare Trust, Julia’s House Children’s Hospice and The Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance.

While money raised this year is still being added up, the hope is to hand over a cheque for more than £100,000 towards building a brand new cancer centre in Dorchester.

The centre will save thousands of patients having to travel miles to get radiotherapy and other essential care for the first time.

Mr Clunes said: “We are so proud to support the appeal through Buckham Fair.

"Many of us have been affected by cancer, either personally or through those we love, so to be able to contribute to the brilliant work that the team at our own Dorset County Hospital is doing is a huge honour for us.”