Thousands of people flocked to the Broads on Saturday night to see Norfolk's network of waterways in a new light.

The Ludham Illuminated Boat Parade featured 20 boats and they all had a theme, ranging from Under the Sea to Alice in Wonderland. 

The procession then set off from Womack Staithe in Ludham at 6.45pm to its destination at Potter Heigham Bridge, with live music and refreshments at both locations. 

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After delighting onlookers in Potter Heigham, the boats then paraded back to Ludham. 

Bill Grist, one of the organisers, said: "It was a brilliant night with huge crowds at Potter Heigham and Ludham.

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"We estimate 5,000 people watched the event, lining the river banks from Ludham to Potter Heigham.

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"We are blown away by the response and we are already planning more parking and more entertainment for next year.

"We hope this will become a fixture in the calendar which promotes the very best of the Broads."

The event is organised by and raises money for The Friends of St Catherine's Ludham.