APPLICATIONS are now being sought for the 10th Art in the Pen event - regarded as one of the north's leading art fairs.

Held at Skipton Auction Mart each August, the event sees the cattle pens transformed into unique art galleries where local and national artists can showcase and sell their work.

The 2014 event was visited by more than 3,000.

A similar Art in the Pen event will be held at Carlisle Auction Mart.

And 2015 also sees a brand new event - Crafts in the Pen.

It will follow a similar format and will be held mid-November 2015, showcasing a variety of different craftwork such as metal, wood and ceramics.

For details on how to apply, visit artinthepen.org.uk or craftsinthepen.org.uk