ROMAN soldiers rubbed shoulders with Royal Air Force pilots in a festival which brought our history to life.

Hundreds flocked to Droitwich Salt Day yesterday in bright sunshine for good-humoured, old-fashioned fun which banished gloomy memories of recent floods.

Whether visitors were interested in the bouncy castle or the belly dancers, there was something for everyone at the festival, organised by the Droitwich Spa Area Partnership.

** For a full report and pictures see tomorrow's Worcester News