Oxen sculptures that took over Oxfordshire during the summer have been auctioned off.

The auction raised more than £150,000 for Sobell House Hospice.

The "OxTrail" event, organised by Wild in Art, featured 31 large and more than 100 mini painted oxen across Oxford throughout July and August.

At the auction on September 13, led by BBC's Bargain Hunt star Thomas Forrester, 47 of the herd sculptures were sold to the highest bidder.

With pre-sales included, the event at Saïd Business School raised more than £150,000 for the charity, which provides end-of-life care and support to adult patients and their families.

Around 100 people attended the auction, with 150 bidders joining online.

Among the big bids were BBC Radio Oxford's ox, "Tony," created by Oxfordshire-based yarn-bomber Yarnsy, which sold for £2,800.

The "Moo-seum," created by The Story Museum, consisting of six mini oxen, was sold for £1,300.

Oxfordshire residents Claire and Pete Redfern bought three large and two medium oxen at the auction.

Mrs Redfern said: "My dad had less than eight weeks from diagnosis to passing away.

"His last day or two were spent in a hospice at home in Scotland.

"But it doesn’t matter where, the point still stands.

"A hospice gave my dad and my family some incredibly precious peaceful time.

"When I look at my beautiful oxen, I am thinking of the precious gift of dignity and time Sobell House is giving to families in Oxfordshire."

Richard and Catherine Jones purchased the "Oxslips and Cowslips" ox.

Mrs Jones said: "I am absolutely thrilled with Oxslips, he gives us a feeling of hope.

"The trail was so uplifting and has been an important part of Richard’s transformation.

"A little miracle in itself."

Historian Mark Davies purchased the Looking for Alice sculpture by Caroline Ritson for £3,000.

The statue will be adopted by the Westgate shopping centre, who will allow it to 'graze' on the roof terrace, looking towards Christ Church College where Lewis Carroll wrote Alice in Wonderland.

The oxen were decorated by local and international artists, including kOrky Paul and interior designer Annie Sloan.

The smaller oxen were decorated by schools and community groups, such as The Scouts.

Some of these oxen will remain in the community.

Beth Marsh, speaking about the fundraising campaign for Sobell House Hospice, said: "It’s been a labour of love, and everyone has worked incredibly hard to create such an unforgettable event.

"The money raised will make a big difference to those who need it most."

For more information on OxTrail, including the auction, visit the OxTrail website.