Spring is upon us, daffodils are in bloom and lambs are frolicking in farmers' fields. And with the Easter holidays fast approaching, it's a chance for many families to see the lambing season in full swing at the region's farms.
A host of lambing events takes place across the north west at this time of year, in the lead up to and over the Easter break.
So here we've rounded up some of the biggest and quirkiest events taking place this year around the lambing season. Be it for lamb cuddles, a lamb trail or tractor rides, here's our selection of places to head for a day out. Read more: The Greater Manchester farmers' market named among best in the UK Many of these events get booked up well in advance - so it's worth checking online for ticket availability before you head out.
Also worth noting for any expectant mums out there, the current advice from the NHS is that pregnant women should avoid events where animals may give birth.
Read more on manchestereveningnews.co.uk