Thousands of people gathered in the sunshine on Keele University’s campus this weekend for the return of the annual Keele Day event.

The event is held every summer to celebrate Keele's past, present and future role in the community, with this year's event made even bigger and proving to be extra special in the University's 75th anniversary year, as families enjoyed a huge programme of celebrations and activities held on campus.

Guests enjoyed live music from bands made up of Keele alumni, arts and crafts sessions for both children and adults, and much more including a chance to break out of a specially themed escape room at Keele Hall, and "have a go" sessions in sports and science, with staff from the University lending their expertise to help make the day a success.

Professor Trevor McMillan OBE, Vice-Chancellor of Keele University, thanked everyone who attended, saying: "It was wonderful for me to see so many people enjoying the day as part of our 75th anniversary celebrations. Our beautiful campus is always open to the community, and it’s at its best and most vibrant when so many people come to enjoy everything Keele has to offer.

"We were founded 75 years ago to have a positive impact on society through our teaching and research, and this weekend’s celebrations were the perfect way to celebrate that ongoing link with our community."