The sun shone for Havering’s St George’s Day celebrations.

Romford Recorder: St George's Day celebrations Romford Market. Tony Appleton, with Cllr Michael White.St George's Day celebrations Romford Market. Tony Appleton, with Cllr Michael White. (Image: Archant)

Thousands took advantage of the nice weather and flocked to the historic market in honour of England’s patron Saint on Saturday April 20.

Romford Recorder: St George's Day celebrations Romford Market. Tony Appleton, with Cllr Michael White.St George's Day celebrations Romford Market. Tony Appleton, with Cllr Michael White. (Image: Archant)

Visitors were treated to a host of entertainment including performances from the Romford branch of The Royal British Legion Band & Corps of Drums and The Hornchurch Drum & Trumpet Corps.

Romford’s Town Crier was also around and in full voice encouraging everyone to get in the spirit.

Other highlights included entertainment from a number of performers such as stilt walkers, balloon modelers, magicians and jugglers was enjoyed by all, while children took advantage of free face painting and a large inflatable slide.

Leader of the Council, Michael White said: “Seeing the sun shine and the market clad in red and white bunting provided the perfect ingredients for a great day of celebration, which was thoroughly enjoyed by all who attended.

“Events like this really do bring the community together and I for one felt truly proud to be a part of it.”