In pictures: Stranraer Oyster Festival
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A number of celebrity chefs were part of proceedings in Stranraer
Thousands of people turned out to take part in a celebration of the native oysters of Loch Ryan at the weekend.
A programme, including demonstrations from celebrity chefs Michael Caines, Julie Lin, Tony Singh and Felicity Cloake, ran until Sunday evening.
The Stranraer Oyster Festival was first held in 2017 but has been cancelled on a couple of occasions due to Covid.
However, the community-led event has proved a hit since it returned to action last year.
The event is a celebration of the native oysters of Loch Ryan
Cookery demonstrations proved a popular attraction
The festival draws food fans from across southern Scotland and beyond
The event has gone from strength to strength since it was first held in 2017
Good crowds turned out for the demonstrations put on over the weekend
Thousands of oysters were consumed across the three days
Rural affairs secretary Mairi Gougeon attended the festival this year
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