Thousands of classic car enthusiasts flocked to Harpenden Common for what is believed to be the biggest midweek event of its type in the UK.

From classic and commercial to military and vintage cars as well as lorries, motorcycles and fire engines there was something for everyone at the annual Classics on the Common on Wednesday, which this year attracted more than 10,000 visitors.

Now in its 22nd year the event is organised months in advance by the Harpenden Village Rotary Club, who arrange for more than 1,000 classic cars to be displayed at the event.

More modern cars were represented by the likes of Ferraris with the organisers putting a 20-year limit on the age of a vehicle except in "exceptional" cases.

Event manager Liz Jack said: "A truly fantastic day and I am so very proud of the effort and enthusiasm of all our members and the army of volunteers who made it happen.

"The classic car press rank the show as one of the major events in the classics calendar. We see it also as a huge event for the community that raises a large amount for charity and promotes the profile of the town and Rotary.”

Several car owners pitched up deck chairs next to their motors and others laid down a picnic as they soaked up the sunshine.

Last year's event raised £23,000 for various charities, and this year organisers believe the amount raised will exceed that total.

Money raised will go towards Spotlight on Africa, Keech Children’s Hospice, Herts Action on Disability and Motor Neurone Disease Association.

Applications for next year’s show will open in March.