Slideshow: Henham Steam Rally

An estimated 11,000 visitors flocked to the 35th Grand Henham Steam Rally as the organisers' prayers for good weekend weather were answered for a second year running.

The serene setting of Henham Park, near Southwold, was transported back to a bygone age with a dazzling array of steam engines and vintage and classic vehicles on show.

Mike Powell-Evans, chairman of the organising committee which has raised £500,000 for local charities over the 35 years, said: “A popular new addition this year has been a pageant on road haulage through the ages, from pack horses to modern-day trailers.

“Visitors have also been able to enjoy a heritage theatre with a programme of presentations on local topics, including the histories of the Lowestoft fishing industry and Henham Hall.”

As well as admiring more than 20 steam engines, all gleaming and in pristine condition, visitors were also able to see steam in action - threshing, wood sawing and flour milling.

Enthusiasts brought nearly 170 vintage cars (pre-1960) and 100 classic cars (1961-75) to Henham from all parts of the country.

However, one of the rally's most loyal exhibitors, Roy Tubby, had only a few miles to drive, along the A12 from Wrentham.

Peter Copeman (left) and Natel Taylor

This year, he had six cars on show, ranging from an 1897 Leon Bollee to a 1934 Morgan.

One of the most eye-catching exhibits was the motorbike and side car, based on a BMW R-75 developed for the German Army, which was used by Harrison Ford and Sean Connery in the film Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.

Other attractions through the weekend included exhibitions by the Lowestoft dog display team and a heavy horses display.