THE British summer spirit prevailed as thousands of people enjoyed weekend events despite the rain.

On Friday evening, more than 1,000 people – armed with umbrellas and raincoats as well as picnic baskets and bottles of wine – braved the drizzly weather for an open air screening of classic 80s film Dirty Dancing.

Jodi Brandwood, sales executive for Worcestershire County Cricket Club, said: “We were really pleased that over 1,000 people braved the showers and joined us.

“Wyvern presenter Hursty and girls from the Spirals dance team got everyone involved in a pre-film cha cha slide and the atmosphere was just fantastic from start to finish.

“The rain certainly didn't dampen anyone’s spirits.”

Suggestions for next year’s outdoor film can be e-mailed to jodi.brandwood@wccc.co.uk.

The following day, the Worcester Rotary family fun day on Pitchcroft was damp, but by no means a washout.

There was a mini funfair and a display of vintage vehicles, while members of St John Ambulance and fire crews were on hand to meet the public.

There was also a tombola, raffle, book stalls and games of petanque.

Peter Kendrick, president of Worcester South, said there would have been a five-a-side football tournament and more children’s games if the sun had shone.

Mr kendrick said: “Most of the exhibitors turned up, which we are very grateful for.

“We’re just not very good at forecasting the weather.

“It’s a shame because of all the organisation that went into the day, but it’s good publicity.”

The event was organised by the Worcester South and Worcester Vigornia clubs.

The village of Salwarpe, near Droitwich, also held its annual fete on Saturday.

The traditional country fair was held at Churchfields Farm and attractions included a display of beautiful hand-made quilts and local history, local ice-cream and music courtesy of the Worcestershire Youth Brass Band and the WhiteHart Morris Men.

Proceeds will go towards the repair and maintainence of the historic churches in Salwarpe and nearby Martin Hussingtree.