More than 230 past and present members of Halstead Swimming Club met once again to celebrate 50 years of the club.

It was formed in 1965 by Maisie Randall and Johnny Newport.

Since that date thousands of swimmers have been taught to swim and have competed in galas far and wide.

A reunion was held on Sunday at Colne Valley Golf Club in Earls Colne, with displays of trophies, photos and medals, cakes made by Sharon Adams, a photo booth, bar, barbecue and a bouncy castle.