THE INAUGURAL Penarth Rocks event saw 450 people attend as people were turned away at the door due to its popularity.

Five tribute bands rocked the venue at the Paget Rooms event on Saturday, February 6.

It was organised by Mack Events, the people behind the hugely successful Glastonbarry.

Those in attendance were split between the upstairs balcony and the main floor of the venue.

The festival was opened with a set from Led Zeppelin Tribute band-The Hindenbergs who belted out all the classic's with class and style.

Next up was The Clash Tribute act called London's Calling who put on a show and got the crowd pumped.

The Flares set the night alight with a fantastic set playing classics from the 60s and 70s that had the crowd singing and dancing along.

Blur Tribute-Blurd played all the classics from Parklife to Country House taking everyone back to the 90s.

2 Rude-the UK's number 1 ska tribute band headlined the event and played a 100 minute set that will be hard to top.

The sell out crowd were going crazy to all the classics from Madness, The Specials, Bad Manners and more in what was described by organisers as "a truly brilliant way to end the festival."

A number of festival goers provided comments on the feedback form which was available.

Steven Eveleigh said: "This was one of the best live gigs I've ever attended. I am so happy this type of festival has come to Penarth."

Lisa Jayne Edwards added: "I am in love with Penarth Rocks, what a night."

And Luke Bell commented: "All the bands were brilliant but 2 Rude stole the show with an incredible show to top of the night."

Ross Mackintosh from Mack Events said the team are delighted with branching out into Penarth and that they couldn't be happier with how the festival went.

He added: "Hopefully the people who had to be turned away will realise to get their tickets early to guarantee entry next time."

Mack Events can also officially confirm that Penarth Rocks will be an annual event and for all information on upcoming events, sign up to their mailing list at www.mackeventspresents.com.