One person died due to the fall of a sign at a Christian festival in Britain.

One person was killed and at least six others were injured as a result of a falling sign at the Big Church Christian Festival in the British county of West Sussex. This was reported on August 28 by The Independent, citing law enforcement officers and organizers of the event.

A man has died and at least six people have been injured after a sign fell on visitors at a Christian festival in West Sussex.

The incident occurred on Friday, August 28, near the town of Steyning. According to the Sussex Police, a message about the collapse of a large advertising structure on visitors to Washington Road was received at 15:38 local time (17:38 GMT).

Law enforcement agencies confirmed that a 41-year-old Eastbourne resident died on the spot from his injuries. His relatives have been informed about the incident and are being provided with the necessary support. At least six other people were injured and were hospitalized.

The organizers of the Big Church Festival have decided to cancel the event. In an official statement, they said they were devastated by the incident.

The Big Church Festival (formerly Big Church Day Out) has been held since 2009 and is the largest Christian music event in the UK, attracting up to 40,000 visitors in 2022.

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