Shaun the Sheep art trail arrives in city centre

The trail will feature 12 models of Shaun the Sheep across Peterborough

A flock of giant Shaun the Sheep statues has made its home in a city for the summer.

The sculpture trail in Peterborough features 12 "supersized" Shauns, standing at about 1.6m (5ft 3in) high and painted by different artists.

The Find the Flock trail featuring the iconic Aardman character, created in collaboration with events group Wild in Art, opened on Monday and will remain in place until 31 August.

Paul Stainton, head of marketing at Peterborough Cathedral, said: "This summer is all about reclaiming the city centre as a space for families to explore, play and connect."

The flock has been painted by different national and international artists.

Those following the trail can book tickets online to pick up a map, find all the Shauns, and "unlock a little surprise at the end", organisers said.

Giant statues of the sheepish Aardman character are dotted around Peterborough - including in the city's cathedral - for the summer

The events were sponsored by Queensgate Shopping Centre, where the trail starts.

"It's a fantastic opportunity to support the community and help create magical moments for families right in the heart of the city," said the centre's marketing manager Verity Swinscoe-Wigmore.

Alongside the trail, there will be other events including The Vegetable Orchestra and Farmathlon Live!

Mr Stainton added: "With Shaun the Sheep leading the way, we are seeing incredible collaboration across Peterborough.

"It is another brilliant example of what can happen when the whole city pulls in the same direction."