IT was another successful celebration of traditional arts, craft and music at this year's Wimborne Folk Festival.

The annual event continues to grow in popularity and offer a host of entertainment.

Dorset Police say they received a barrage of reports about underage drinking, and spent much of Saturday night confiscating alcohol from minors.

But most visitors enjoyed the festival peaceably.

Organisers could not complain about the weather. Blue skies ensured thousands turned out to see the impressive line-up of folk bands, the 47 dance teams from around the country and a spectacular procession through the town.

It was still scorching for the street market on Sunday at the Allendale Centre, which was a hive of activity throughout the weekend, with everything from live music sessions to bellydancing workshops.

Maria Bisp, one of the organisers, said: "It's been excellent - we get such fantastic support from all the teams and bands that take part.

"It's a shame that the youngsters create a bad atmosphere in the evening.

"But the folk elements remain a big success."

The festival started in 1980 as a one-day event. It has since grown into a full weekend, known to attract over 30,000 visitors to the town.

The organisers pride themselves on bringing the best of traditional and contemporary folk artists to the event.