The event, which was broadcast by Ribble FM, is organised entirely through the efforts of Clitheroe's local service clubs and supported by Ribble Valley Borough Council and Clitheroe Town Council through grant funding.

Clitheroe Castle bonfire and fireworks has celebrated another hugely successful year with 5,000 tickets sold and over £15,000 in proceeds going towards local community groups and charities.

The annual event brought families and friends together at Clitheroe Castle field for an evening of spectacular fireworks, a roaring bonfire, fairground attractions and a fantastic selection of food and drink.

One of the highlights of the evening was the lighting of the bonfire by local favourite Alfie Cookson, better known as ‘Alfie Odd Job.’

The Clitheroe Town Mayor Michael Graveston helped judge the annual Guy Fawkes competition, with some fantastic and imaginative entries from local groups and families.

The event, which was broadcast by Ribble FM, is organised entirely through the efforts of Clitheroe's local service clubs including Clitheroe Round Table, Clitheroe Rotary, Ribblesdale Rotary and Clitheroe Lions. Ribble Valley Borough Council and Clitheroe Town Council also support the event through grant funding.

Several businesses including KIK, Rufus Carr, Heidelburg Materials, Johnson Matthey, Honeywell Technologies, Ultraframe, Deli Solutions, Grafx, Robert Blezard Electrical and Chipping Show and young farmers donated equipment and services.

A spokesman the event said: “We'd like to say a huge thank you to everyone who helped make it happen. It's wonderful to see so many people enjoying a traditional Bonfire Night together, knowing that the money raised will make a real difference to organisations in our local area.

“The organising committee is already looking forward to continuing the tradition and welcoming the community back next year.”