AN inclusive Worcester beauty pageant has crowned its first winner.

The Miss Mystic Beauty Pageant, set up by Jasmine Pratt, aged 22, of Warndon Villages, aimed to celebrate individual beauty and promote inclusion.

She set up the pageant after being unable to apply for more conventional contests due to their restrictions.

Miss Pratt, who has a two-year-old son named Alfie, said: "The event went amazingly well and very well publicly received.

"We had so much support from everyone including many businesses that supported our mission. Many guests went above and beyond and volunteered to help wherever they could on the day which all contributed to the success of the event. I am thoughtfully looking forward for the 2018 finals."

Elle Wilks scooped the title with Domanique Savage-Ramsey placing second and Danielle Green in third.

Miss Wilks said: "I had the most amazing day meeting new people, walking on stage and making friends. The day was well organised and I am very thankful to of met such incredible women. I can honestly say the experience was brilliant. I would highly recommend, and the prize package is incredible."

She also received Miss Publicity, Miss Savage-Ramsey scooped The People's Choice and Miss Green scooped Miss Inspiration.

Judges included Worcester Carnival Chairman Malvin Hobbs, Worcester Carnival Queen 2017 Katie Cooper, founder and owner of the Worcestershire Women's Society Helen Fellows, Miss Enchanting World Rachel Warry, Miss Teen Galaxy Wales Mia-Rose Lewis and compere for the evening was Worcester Carnival president Worcester City councillor Alan Feeney.

Emily-Jane Griffin received the Special Recognition award, Miss Potential and Miss Creativity went to Hollie Downs and Layla Najafe scooped Miss Charity.

The event was held at Archdales 73 Club in Worcester on Sunday, October 22.

Four entrants have already been selected for next year's competition, which is being held on October 21 2018 at The Civic Hall, Martins Way, Stourport-on-Severn.

To apply email your name, age, address, a headshot and personal statement to missmysticbeauty@outlook.com.