VISITORS flocked to Droitwich Library at the weekend to celebrate the town's history.

On Saturday, October 24 a variety of memorabilia went on display, including old photos of the town, stories and items linked to World War One.

The many displays explored Droitwich's past in connection to the Great War, with an additional photographic display looking at High Street and Friar Street down through the ages.

James Robertson, customer advisor at Droitwich Library, said: "We had a very busy day with many visitors showing great interest and memories regarding the High Street and Friar Street photo friezes, with visitors having the opportunity to compare a 1960's and 1990's version the modern-day images."

As part of the day four local first schools presented work they had been doing about the Great Blackberry Pick, an historic Government initiative from 1917 in which youngsters were encouraged to get out and pick berries to make jam for the troops.

The youngsters from Hindlip, Tibberton, Ombersley and Wychbold schools entered a jam making and jam label designing competition, judged by three members of Droitwich's Sparkles WI.

Proud cooks from Tibberton School scooped the top spot on the day.

Mr Robertson added: "Overall, the day was very successful and we hope to repeat it next year with more partners, schools and local history groups and experts."

The Great Blackberry Pick Project was funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund and saw school children visit Smite Farm to pick berries and make jam.

On the day there was fun World War One-themed activities for families, and residents were invited to bring along their old pictures, memories and memorabilia to add to the exhibition.

In addition Sandra Taylor of Remember the Fallen, a project dedicated to remembering those who gave their lives during World Wars One and Two, came along for the day to speak to residents about their military ancestors from both conflicts.