VIDEO: Visitors flock to steamy Cromford event

A little rain didn’t dampen the spirits of visitors to a steamy event.
By The Newsroom
Published 5th Aug 2014, 12:18 BST
Cromford steam show. Tom Ward and Bailey Don with a 1905 yorkshire steam wagon.Cromford steam show. Tom Ward and Bailey Don with a 1905 yorkshire steam wagon.
Cromford steam show. Tom Ward and Bailey Don with a 1905 yorkshire steam wagon.

Cromford Steam Rally was as popular as ever, with petrol heads of all ages enjoying a bit of heavy metal action.

The event featured traditional steamers, historical motor vehicles, stationary engines, a model marquee and miniature steam.

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There were also stalls and fairground rides as well as motorcycles, commercials vehicles and military displays.

Cromford steam show. Tom Ward and Bailey Don with a 1905 yorkshire steam wagon.Cromford steam show. Tom Ward and Bailey Don with a 1905 yorkshire steam wagon.
Cromford steam show. Tom Ward and Bailey Don with a 1905 yorkshire steam wagon.

The steam rally was first established in 1970, and over the years has grown into a popular date on the calender of anyone with an interest in engines.

The event was held at Highacres Farm, in Brackenfield.

To view a video of the event, click on the link above.