What a party! The residents of Hermitage Road in Westcliff had a great time after their street became the venue for a huge party.

The knees-up raised money for Little Haven Hospice in Thundersley.

Special guests such as Rochford and Southend East MP Sir Teddy Taylor and the Ashingdon Carnival Court were in attendance.

Among the visitors were organiser Ellie Hare and her goat Bernadette and the Southend Sapphires.

There was also a disco, fancy dress and a children's competition.

Party time - Bernadette the goat was the centre of attention during the party and was given a friendly stroke by MP Sir Teddy Taylor, residents and the Ashingdon Carnival Court

Picture: MIKE NEVILLE

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