Hundreds of people who poured into West End Street at the weekend to enjoy a street party have hailed its success and hope it becomes a yearly tradition.

Local group, When Sum Neighbours, worked with Norfolk County Council to close the road between 2pm and 8pm on Saturday.

Party-goers enjoying the festivities in West End StreetParty-goers enjoying the festivities in West End Street (Image: Liam Calvert)

Businesses such as The Fat Cat and Lupa Pizza joined in the festivities with raffles offering a variety of prizes such as vouchers and even a pint of milk.

One of the organisers from When Sum Neighbours, Belle Jones, said: "It's been such a joy.

Organisers of the street party, part of the When Sum Neighbours groupOrganisers of the street party, part of the When Sum Neighbours group (Image: Liam Calvert)

"Everyone came together to make bunting, lend a hand or a picnic blanket or leaflet.

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"It was such a lovely day and everyone had huge smiles.

"I think the general consensus is to make it a yearly tradition as everyone had such a good time."

Children taking part in a tug-of-war at the partyChildren taking part in a tug-of-war at the party (Image: Liam Calvert)

Joanne Lawsley is looking forward to the next event, adding: "Seeing so many people enjoying the closed street has been an absolute joy.

"I’d love to see more of this kind of thing."

The street party took place on Saturday between 2-8pmThe street party took place on Saturday between 2-8pm (Image: Liam Calvert)

Liam Calvert said: "I got a pint from the Fat Cat, pizza from Lupa and enjoyed the activities with my friends and neighbours.

"It was perfect and I can’t wait for the next one."