The opening date of a baa-rilliant art exhibition featuring much-loved character Shaun the Sheep has been announced.

Hospice charity Martlets, which helped organise the Snowdogs and Snails installations in Brighton and Hove, will place more than 40 individually designed sculptures of Shaun across the city.

The Shaun by the Sea art trail will provide a 3D canvas for a series of different designers and emerging local artists to present their artwork in a unique way.

The flock of sheep will hit the streets from Saturday, September 9, until Sunday, November 5.

The sculptures will then be sold at auction to raise money for Martlets.

Claire Irving, the charity’s chief executive, said: “At Martlets, we support those who are dying and we’re also all about bringing as much joy to life as possible.

“We’re passionate about connecting people in need with people who care.

“Shaun by the Sea will bring together individuals, families, fundraisers, volunteers, schools, artists, community groups and businesses in support of those affected by terminal illness in our community.

“We very much hope local businesses will seize this opportunity to be part of the Brighton flock with Martlets.”