The annual competition held in Ramsbottom sees contestants battle it out to knock traditional Yorkshire and Lancashire black puddings off a 20ft high plinth.
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5. Competitors battle for crown at World Black Pudding Throwing Championships
The event was revived by a pub landlord in the 1980s and now sees thousands flock to the market town to battle it out for the world champion crown. | Phil Taylor / SWNS
6. Competitors battle for crown at World Black Pudding Throwing Championships
Competitors of all ages take turns to hurl the delicacy underarm - made from pig's blood - at a 20ft-high plinth in a bid to dislodge a dozen Aunt Bessie Yorkshire puddings. | Phil Taylor / SWNS
7. Competitors battle for crown at World Black Pudding Throwing Championships
On the eve of the championships, the black puddings are traditionally "swaddled" in ladies' tights to stop them from bursting on impact. | Phil Taylor / SWNS
8. Competitors battle for crown at World Black Pudding Throwing Championships
Participants stand on a golden grid in the town centre and try to knock down as many as possible with their underarm throws. | Phil Taylor / SWNS