Boxing Day hunts set off amid fresh concerns over future
One of the most important days in the hunting calendar has gone ahead, despite renewed debates over its future.
There are certain traditions everyone expects on Christmas Day: turkey, crackers and the King's speech.
But the following day's activities are more widely contested, with some arising early for post-Christmas sales or many hitting the hills to walk off the festive feastings.
In Shropshire, one tradition continues to raise debate each year - the hunt.
Boxing Day is one of the main staples in the hunting calendar for hunts in the UK and US.
Over 100 meets took place on Tuesday across England, Wales and Northern Ireland despite opposition from anti-hunting activists.
With traditional fox hunting banned, participants now take part in 'trail hunts' - where packs of dogs follow an artificial scent laid during and in the days before the hunt.
