Skies remained obligingly clear for this year's Music From the Lake event in Billericay, attracting a crowd of more than 1,500. Previous concerts held in the grounds of Lake Meadows Park have been marred by rain.

However, music lovers were able to enjoy the event - featuring a medley of music from the Big Band era - without fear of a soaking.

Cheers - cousins Lisa Day, Nita Bocking and Karen Beat enjoy the music at Lake Meadows

Picture: STEVE O'CONNELL

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