In pictures: HMS Sultan Bonfire and Fireworks Night returns with a bang

People enjoyed a fun filled evening at the centre of excellence for Royal Navy Air and Marine Engineering with Nation Radio's Mark Collins describing events.

The event included a funfair, bonfire and a special 70th anniversary fireworks finale marking seven decades of engineering excellence.

The evening paid tribute to the generations of engineers who have trained and served at HMS Sultan and looked ahead to those who will shape its future.

Poppy sellers also walked around the site raising money for the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal.

The Commanding Officer of HMS Sultan, Captain Mark Hamilton, said: "What an exciting evening for everyone here at HMS Sultan, and what a special year to be celebrating, as we mark 70 years since HMS Sultan was commissioned.

"Our Bonfire and Fireworks Night provides a fantastic opportunity to be an active part of the local community, and it's great to welcome so many people along, to enjoy a bright and colourful evening and have some fun.

"I want to thank our dedicated staff and volunteers who worked tirelessly to ensure the evening ran smoothly, our suppliers and partners who supported us, and most importantly, everyone who attended. We very much look forward to welcoming local families back to HMS Sultan for the 2027 bonfire night."

Provided as an affordable community event, the evening also aimed to support HMS Sultan's own service charity.

See pictures from the night below.