CUDDLY friends of all shapes and sizes will descend on Leighton Hall, near Carnforth, next weekend as the historic home hosts a teddy bear fair.

More than 30 exhibitors from across the country are expected to take part in the event, now in its third year, on Saturday, October 12.

On sale will be a range of teddy bears, both new and old, as well as components for making up a bear from scratch.

The fair is open from 10am-4pm.

For more information, call Leighton Hall on 01524-734474 or visit www.leightonhall.co.uk