THE SKIES across the Five Valleys erupted into colour last night for the annual Rotary Five Valleys Fireworks.

It remains the largest professional firework event across the area and was once again organised by the Rotary Clubs of Stroud, Stonehouse and Nailsworth.

Firework fans flocked to Marling School playing fields in Cainscross Road, Stroud for the event, which could be heard throughout the Five Valleys.

For more than five decades, the ever-popular event has raised almost £250,000 for various charities - this year was no exception.

This year, charities supported a number of good causes, with at least half going towards young people.

The charities supported this year were Gloucestershire Young Carers, Open House, Home Start, Stonehouse Family Centre, Stonehouse Junior Fun Run, Chestnut Court, Nailsworth Alzheimer Cafe, Nailsworth Youth Club, John's Journey and more.

On Monday, the incredible display was designed and choreographed to music by British firework champions Star Fireworks.

Attractions included John Coneley's Fun Fair, food and drink, and under 12s will be entertained with Punch and Judy shows free-of-charge before the display.