Thousands turned out to see Oxford's biggest fireworks display tonight as the fuse was lit for Oxford Round Table's 49th annual bonfire night.

The charity event saw people from across the city and beyond fill out South Park to see a host of enternatinment, including a fireworks display and bonfire.

The spectacular display started at 7.15pm before the traditional lighting of the bonfire complete with its own Guy Fawkes replica - a first for the annual event.

Organiser Matthew Balaam said he was 'thrilled' with the packed turnout for the event.

He said: "I think it's absolutely brilliant being here and raising money for local charities.

"It is a local event and I take so much pride in it. The fact that it's the 49th event is just unreal.

"It's such a privilege to be a part of it."

He added that work would begin on planning next year's special 50th event as soon as next week.

He promised that the milestone, which will also be his last as organiser, would be marked with a very special display.

There was also live music from local bands throughout the night, as well as stalls and food.

Last year's display raised an impressive £90,000 for Oxford Round Table and in all the charity has raised more than £800,00 since it first started holding the fireworks events.

The display was provided by Kimbolton Fireworks, who created displays for the 2012 London Olympics Games and whose creations have lit up the skies of Oxford every year since 1967.