Warwick gives Yaxley Festival star power

A star from a land not so far away made sure a community festival of the year was out of this world for the thousands of visitors who attended.

By The Newsroom

Published 15th May 2017, 17:35 BST

Updated 16th May 2017, 14:38 BST

Yaxley Festival at Middleton Road. Community Zone organisers Suzanne Delegate and Julie Howe EMN-170513-175800009

Yaxley festival, which has been running since 2013, saw a range of music and activities taking place in the village on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

The crowds were joined by Hollywood star and local resident Warwick Davis - best known for his role as Wicket the Ewok in the Star Wars films - and the 501st Leigon, the official Star Wars Re-enactment Group.

The festival was also raising money for charity Little People UK, of which Warwick is a patron.

There were more than 40 bands on two stages over the weekend, with thousands of visitors expected to attend.

There were also classic cars, a sports tournament and other activities taking place.