THOUSANDS packed the centre of Lymm on Thursday night.

Roads were closed for the annual street food fest which kicks off 11 days of Lymm Festival.

And despite a clash with England's European Championships game with Denmark, huge numbers turned up to enjoy the day out and the sunny weather.

And even more came at full time.

(Image: Cheshire Mix 56)

(Image: Some of the food on offer)

(Image: Live entertainment)

(Image: Children dancing)

Lymm Festival first launched back in 1999 and has grown over the years, with it now hosting more than 40 events.

This year, Lymm Festival runs to June 30.

Visitors on Thursday could indulge themselves in a gourmet selection of treats from restaurants, bars, and food outlets in Lymm as food stalls lined the streets.

Other activities and events include Festival Music Night on June 22, the Lymm Historic Transport Day on June 23, and a Festival Family Fair on June 29.

For more information about Lymm Festival, visit: https://www.lymmfestival.org.uk/.

Thanks to Cheshire Mix 56 for the pictures from the evening/

(Image: Huge crowds)

(Image: All smiles)

(Image: Some of the food on offer)

(Image: Delicious grub)

(Image: The lower dam)

(Image: Lots to choose from)