SOMERSET Day was celebrated in style this year, with the Big Somerset Picnic and other events taking place across the county.

A large number of organisations took part to celebrate our county.

Thousands of people descended upon Eat:Taunton, excited to try local produce from over 100 vendors and a vibrant festive atmosphere.

Then the Pride of Somerset Youth Awards marked a significant highlight, with an overwhelming number of nominations received.

Nearly 200 guests gathered at the McMillan Theatre in Bridgwater for a grand awards night, celebrating inspirational and remarkable young individuals.

It wasn't just locals lauding their heritage.

The Association of British Counties praised the occasion, saying: "The county day phenomena continues to gather pace in 2024, with the biggest celebrations of these county days yet.

"Somerset Day in particular is now rivalling Yorkshire Day and Lancashire Day for its reach across the county."

The campaign to Fly the Flag for Somerset seemed to have struck a chord as well, with numerous flags and bunting visible throughout the county.

Nigel Muers-Raby, CEO and founder of Somerset Day, said: "Communities, organisations, businesses and individuals certainly rose to the challenge this year and it was wonderful to see so many flags and so much bunting – and to see the huge effort put in by so many taking part in the Big Somerset Picnic and the many other events."