Hundreds of families flocked to Clacton Pier to enjoy two free bonfire night fireworks extravaganzas.
An earlier low level display was staged for younger children and those who may be impacted by loud noise, with a second and main display with music later in the evening.
Rides were in operation from late afternoon and stayed open throughout until 9pm.
An area at the head of the pier was cordoned off so people could watch the pyrotechnics from a safe distance.
The main display was also streamed live and watched by 17,000 people who were unable to get along to the event to make sure they did not miss out on the fun.
Pier Communications Manager Nigel Brown said the feedback was very positive.
“It was the first time that we had put on the displays on November 5 itself – unless it fell at the weekend,” he said.
“We would normally hold the event on the nearest Saturday so as to avoid a school night.
“It was also the second time that we had made the earlier display low level and that was in response to feedback we had received from the public after last year.
“We had many comments thanking us for both the quieter display, which meant it was more inclusive, and also the live stream for those who could not leave home.”
Apart from those on site, hundreds of other families watched from the Upper and Lower Promenades.
It was the tenth and final fireworks extravaganza of the 2024 programme and details for 2025 will be announced as soon as they are finalised.
“The displays are a way of us being able to thank our loyal customers, both local and from further afield, for their support throughout the year,” added Mr Brown.
Dynamic Fireworks of Colchester supplied the fireworks and MRL Productions of Clacton provided the musical accompaniment.
Christmas decorations have now been put up at the pier ready for the first arrival of Santa in his grotto on November 23.
For full details and to book go to www.clactonpier.co.uk
