The Rox festival was voted a major success despite having to change its venue from the seafront to a racecourse.

Thousands of music-lovers made their way to Fontwell Park, near Chichester, for the annual music and arts Festival at the weekend.

The free festival, now in its twelfth year, has previously been held on Bognor seafront but became so big that organisers had to look elsewhere.

There were three stages and music ranged from classical to rock. There was also a fringe festival with workshops and a fashion show.

A silent fireworks display brought the event to a close last night.

Rox founder Steve Goodheart said: "We are very pleased with how it has gone. We had a good mixture of ages in the crowd and coming to Fontwell did not appear to put people off.

"The atmosphere was really laid back, with people out to relax and have a good time.

"We are very grateful for all the help and support given to us by volunteers to help us get this show on the road."