Thousands of people have gathered in Gloucestershire for the traditional cheese-rolling races on Cooper’s Hill.
The unofficial event was organised by rebel cheese rollers, after plans for an official event were shelved in 2010.
An estimated 5,000 people turned out to watch thrill-seekers chase a 3.5kg (8lb) wheel of double Gloucester cheese down the 1:2 gradient hill.
The winner of the first race, Josh Shepherd, said he was “really happy” but “doesn’t really like cheese”.
In total, four 3.5kg (8lb) and three smaller 1.5kg (3lb) cheeses are used – made by Diana Smart, 87, who has been producing them for the event for more than 25 years.
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