A Hornchurch-based mental health charity has hosted its annual two-day fundraiser with performances from Michael Jackson and Adele tribute acts in a bid to raise money for its cause.

On July 16 in Harrow Lodge Park, Havering Mind’s Tribute Show kicked off and was followed by the Essex Family Fest on Sunday.

Romford Recorder: A Michael Jackson tribute act put on a convincing showA Michael Jackson tribute act put on a convincing show (Image: CM Photography)

The annual event raises money for the charity which works to empower those experiencing mental health problems by providing support and advice.

On Saturday, tribute performances included Kylie Minogue, Adele, Whitney Houston and Michael Jackson.

Romford Recorder: An Adele tribute act took to the stage at Havering Mind's Tribute Show on July 16An Adele tribute act took to the stage at Havering Mind's Tribute Show on July 16 (Image: CM Photography)

Romford Recorder: Michael Jackson tribute actMichael Jackson tribute act (Image: CM Photography)

Sunday’s fun saw performances from a ventriloquist and children’s entertainer from Britain's Got Talent, while Disney princesses and even Spiderman made it to the show.

There were also birds of prey, dinosaurs and cars on show.

Romford Recorder: Six-year-old Jacob Miller holds a boa constrictor called Grace at the Essex Family FestSix-year-old Jacob Miller holds a boa constrictor called Grace at the Essex Family Fest (Image: Sandra Rowse)

Romford Recorder: Lucas Robinson, four, says hello to a 20-year-old red-footed tortoise called HerbieLucas Robinson, four, says hello to a 20-year-old red-footed tortoise called Herbie (Image: Sandra Rowse)

Romford Recorder: 20-year-old Herbie the red-footed tortoise gets a head stroke from nine-year-old Charlotte Healey20-year-old Herbie the red-footed tortoise gets a head stroke from nine-year-old Charlotte Healey (Image: Sandra Rowse)

Havering Mind’s events and fundraising manager, Ciaran White, said the total from the events hasn’t yet been totted up, but he can confirm thousands has been raised.

Romford Recorder: Classic cars were on showClassic cars were on show (Image: Sandra Rowse)

Romford Recorder: The Romford Drum and Trumpet CorpsThe Romford Drum and Trumpet Corps (Image: Sandra Rowse)

Romford Recorder: Shayden Elie Gardner, four, met a friendly dinosaur at the Essex Family FestShayden Elie Gardner, four, met a friendly dinosaur at the Essex Family Fest (Image: Sandra Rowse)

Romford Recorder: Paul Allen with his Only Fools and Horses three-wheeled vanPaul Allen with his Only Fools and Horses three-wheeled van (Image: Sandra Rowse)

He said: “We’re really grateful that so many people came out despite the hot weather.

“It was nice to see so many people enjoying the acts and we’re pleased so many have helped us raise so much for charity.”

Romford Recorder: Part of the dinosaur show on July 17Part of the dinosaur show on July 17 (Image: Sandra Rowse)

Romford Recorder: Gonzo the African hooded vultureGonzo the African hooded vulture (Image: Sandra Rowse)

Ciaran said the event was mostly run by volunteers, to whom he extended a “big thank you”.

Romford Recorder: Trevor Hewitt, who is former Royal Corps Transport, on a Can-Am bombardier motorbikeTrevor Hewitt, who is former Royal Corps Transport, on a Can-Am bombardier motorbike (Image: Sandra Rowse)

Romford Recorder: Eight-year-old Rauben Turner enjoying the family fun on July 17Eight-year-old Rauben Turner enjoying the family fun on July 17 (Image: Sandra Rowse)