A WEEKEND of charity concerts proved to be a roaring success as Status Quo took to the Glebe in Bowness.

The band, performing as part of their last ever full-band tour, headlined the Rock On Windermere event, organised by the town's Rotary Club.

Other acts on the bill included Manchester legends 10cc and Toploader, of 'Dancing in the Moonlight' fame, on the Saturday. Friday provided a gentle lead into the weekend with Gordon Hendricks as Elvis appearing, together with Platinum as the live Abba tribute show.

The headline act had to overcome a significant obstacle however, after founder member Rick Parfitt suffered a heart attack while in Turkey on tour.

He was forced to pull out of the event, leaving Francis Rossi to front the band on his own. However, Freddie Edwards - son of Quo bassist John 'Rhino' Edwards - filled in for Parfitt on guitar duties.

The line-up change had little impact on the success of the band's set however, with audience members dancing with inflatable guitars to the band's iconic and extensive back catalogue.

Commenting on Facebook, Victoria Hummersone said: "This was a great weekend. I hope it is something we can look forward to every year."

Bob Leyland, who also attended, said: "Great night, thoroughly enjoyed it. Quo were brilliant as always. Sore throat from singing along, Sore neck, legs and back from bopping the night away."

Rock On Windermere was organised in order to raise money for Cumbrian flood relief.

It was part of a busy a busy year for Status Quo, who are embarking on their last ever full electric tour, playing arenas across the country.

The band, who have released 31 studio albums since 1968, say they may do other projects and a few special concerts after the farewell tour, but this will be the last chance to see the full band on tour.