Thousands crammed into Falmouth Cricket Club on Saturday for a Bonfire Night firework display that has been declared "one of the best ever."

An estimated 4,500 people were queued for entry to the popular event, with the clear skies and relatively mild temperatures no doubt helping encourage many people out of their homes and away from Saturday night television - although plenty still took precautions against the November chill by wrapping up in scarves and hats.

There was a collective intake of breath from the crowds as the display began, with rockets and bangers and sent shooting into the air to explode into a kaleidoscope of colour, accompanied by the sound of “oohs” and “aahs” from delighted spectators.

Giles Kent from Falmouth fire station organised the display for the first time this year, after the retirement of Paul Parkinson who had arranged the event for the last two decades.

Although it was too early to say how much was raised, he estimated it could be one of the best years ever for giving out money to charities in the area.

Mr Kent said: “It was one of the best firework nights we have had.

"We had perfect weather for it and it was a Saturday - we certainly had the back of the public this year.

"We had really good feedback from people as they were leaving.

“It was my first year running the event and I couldn't be happier. It was a brilliant turnout.”

Hungry spectators could stay warm by enjoying hot dogs and burgers from the various catering vans - and for the more hardy there was even ice cream.

Mr Kent said a special mention needed to go to Falmouth Cricket Club, who played host to the event as usual and provided marshals to help the firefighters on the night.