Man dies and at least six injured at Big Church Festival after falling sign hit visitors

At least six people have been injured after a sign fell at a Christian festival in West Sussex on Friday.

Emergency services were called to the site of the Big Church Festival at Wiston Park, Steyning, at around 3.38pm after reports of people needing medical attention after the incident.

Police, ambulance crews, critical care paramedics and specialist response teams are currently at the scene.

Traffic disruption is expected, with police urging people to seek alternative routes if possible.

A statement from the festival read: “We are very sorry to inform you that today's show has been cancelled due to a serious incident.

“All day visitors must leave the site now.

“If you are camping with us, please return to your campsite and await further updates.

“Campers may leave the site if they wish to do so.

“Thank you for your patience and understanding. We will share further updates as soon as we can.”

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