Pigeon fanatics migrated to Blackpool's Empress Ballroom for The British Homing World Show of the Year

And even after 41 years the event shows no sign of flying away anywhere else.

The British Homing World Show of the Year featured more than 2,000 birds in the Empress Ballroom at the Winter Gardens.

That was an increase on the 1,700 that entered last year. The popular event is reportedly worth around £10m to the resort’s economy and has also raised more than £3m for charity.

This year, the exhibition boasted 120 trade stands.

As well as being a social occasion, competitors were also chasing the title of Supreme Champion.

Ian Evans, general manager of the Royal Pigeon Racing Association and organiser of the event, said the show had been a great success and regulars were already booking their hotels for next year.

“I can’t see it ever moving from Blackpool,” he said.