ALMOST 500 people braved the elements to witness this year's Treknow Festival of Lanterns.

The event, organised by Camelford Rotary Club and the Mill House Inn, was "very successful" according to Rotarian, Richard Hart.

He said: "The fireworks were really good, unfortunately we had to cancel the bonfire due to appalling weather, but it was very well supported."

There was a mixture of lanterns created by the children who attended and live music was provided by Simon Johnson.

Donations from the event are still being counted, but will go towards local charities.

For the full report, and a round up of the area news and sport, see this week's edition of the 'Post'.