Celebrities Rylan and Nicole Scherzinger helped dazzle crowds at a live music festival in Oxfordshire.

Henley Festival is an annual event held in the town by the River Thames which has been held this year from Thursday, July 10 to Sunday, July 14.

Among the biggest names were American singer Nicole Scherzinger, British TV presenter Rylan Clark and Ministry of Sound Ibiza Anthems with Ellie Sax.

Thousands have attended over the past few days for a festival of music, food and entertainment in Oxfordshire.

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Nicole Scherzinger sang at Henley Festival.Nicole Scherzinger sang at Henley Festival. (Image: Henley Festival)

Crowds even gathered around screens on Thursday night to watch England’s scintillating semi-final victory over the Netherlands at UEFA Euro 2024.

A spokesperson for the event said: “Saturday at Henley Festival brought the party energy with the euphoric House Gospel Choir and iconic Ministry of Sound Ibiza Anthems with Ellie Sax getting the crowd on their feet at the stunning Floating Stage.

“A night not to be missed, festivalgoers were treated with standout performances from the brilliant comedian and author Sara Pascoe, and more music from Winnie Ama, Super Tenants, Charlotte Campbell, Belle Noir and Bloc Off the Wall, and performances from RISE artists Eden Hunter and The Great Leslie.”

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The festival was founded in 1982 and is held each July on the Berkshire bank of the River Thames, at the same spot and using adapted facilities from the Henley Royal Regatta.

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