Here's looking at you!

THE midwinter solstice was celebrated with 'misrule' as thousands came together in Penzance to 'turn the world upside down.

- WMN REPORTER

The longest night of the year saw fire, beasts and masked revellers filling the streets for the return of the increasingly popular Montol Festival - a community event celebrating the midwinter solstice, Cornish midwinter traditions of the past, and customs associated with Old Christmas.

Funded by Penzance Council, the event sees local residents and visitors alike donning elaborate costumes to take part in the parades which begin at sundown, and carry on well into the night.