THOUSANDS of folk fans descended on Bromyard over the weekend for a packed programme of music and dance.

Some of the best folk musicians from across the British Isles - including Patrick Street, Keith Donnelly, Fiona Dunn and Steam Chicken - were on hand at various venues throughout the town on Friday, Saturday and Sunday to cram in 170 hours of entertainment.

And the grim weather certainly did not dampen any spirits.

Annie Jones, festival organiser, said: "People know that if they are at an event in September to bring the wellies as well as the suncream!"