THOUSANDS of steam buffs gathered for a major rally at the weekend.

Everything from steam train rides to vintage vehicles was on show at the Welland Steam Rally.

More than 500 vintage cars, motorcycles and pedal cycles on display.

And one of the major attractions was the Old Time Fairground, one of the best in the country, featuring traditional amusements such as galloping horses and a big wheel.

There was also dodgems, hurricane jets, skid and ghost train mixed with children’s rides and side stalls, all accompanied by traditional fairground music.