NEWTON Abbot became a magnet for lovers of motoring nostalgia when the town centre hosted its latest classic vehicle gathering.

Scores of cherished cars lined the streets around St Leonard’s Tower giving shoppers a lot more than bargain-hunting to keep them happy.

There was also live music from the Hot House Combo and demonstrations from Newton Abbot Martial Arts Group in Golden Lion Square.

The free event was organised by Teignbridge Classics, supported by Newton Abbot Town Council with members of the class car club putting in much of the hard work both on the day and in the planning stages.

Events Co-ordinator for Newton Abbot Town Council, Natalie Hicks, said: ‘The day was such a success with plenty of wonderful vehicles on show and an enthusiastic stream of visitors keen to get a good look.