30889-41Vintage cars and tractors took centre stage at an annual show at the Science Museum in Wroughton.

Thousands of fans of old-fashioned machinery flocked to the museum for the 21st Wiltshire Steam and Vintage Rally.

And thoughts have already turned to next year's event.

Wayne Sherman, one of the organisers and owner of a classic 1949 Nuffield tractor, said this year's event was a huge success.

Mr Sherman, 53, of Wroughton, said: "When people say they want to come back again next year, you know it's been successful.

"Vintage machinery is like an addiction you smell the petrol, hear the engines and you're hooked.

"I dress up as squire which adds an extra feeling of nostalgia. People like seeing the old look of tweed jacket, cap and riding breeches."

Visitors at the weekend enjoyed rides around the museum's grounds from the vantage point of a trailer pulled by vintage tractors, as well as working areas and demonstrations of the engines at work.

There was a bouncy castle, fairground and a car boot sale, and youngsters were also able to try out their riding skills on quad bikes.