A FESTIVAL vibe came to Colchester’s Castle Park when it hosted the first Lounging on the Lawn event.
The two-day party included beer, cider, street food and an eclectic mix of music and stand-up comedy, at the upper bowling pavilion.
Trivia fans even had the chance on Sunday afternoon to take part in what organisers said was Colchester's largest pub quiz.
Performance highlights included DJ Tommy Ho and headliners the Polly Violet Collective on Saturday evening.
Sunday was rounded off by rock covers band the Occupants and acoustic performers, the Toots. More than 900 adults attended the event on Saturday, and 700 on Sunday.
A total of £3,795 was raised, the majority going to the Robin Cancer Trust and £400 to a children’s care home.
The trust was set up in memory of Robin Freeman who died, aged 24, from a rare form of cancer.
The trust aims to raise awareness of germ cell cancer in youngsters.
Event organiser Chris Lidbury said: “There was a wonderful atmosphere and a great vibe about the place. Local traders sold out of food.
“It wasagood show of what Colchester has to offer."
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