Woody Bear, Lil' Chris and stiltwalkers were among those who helped Pleasurewood Hills' 25th birthday bash to go with a bang.The theme park near Lowestoft held the party on Saturday.

Woody Bear, Lil' Chris and stiltwalkers were among those who helped Pleasurewood Hills' 25th birthday bash to go with a bang.

The theme park near Lowestoft held the party on Saturday.

A ribbon was cut by the park's founder and original owner, Joe Larter. Later came a parade through the park that featured the stiltwalkers as well as costumed characters and an oompah band.

A giant birthday cake was cut by park mascot Woody Bear.

Local boy Chris Hardman - alias Lil' Chris, singing star of Channel Four's Rock School series - put in an appearance. And, although there were a few showers, the rain held off for most of the day.

About 700 invited guests mingled with paying customers and enjoyed a buffet lunch.

There was face-painting, donkey rides and live music from bands around the park.

Jane Stephenson, from Pleasurewood Hills, said: “It has been a brilliant success. Everybody is enjoying it.

“We have had a good turnout even though the weather is a bit iffy.”