A HISTORIC airfield was packed with crowds soaking up the sunshine at a major event.

Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome in Hackmans Lane, Purleigh, held its signature Wings and Wheels event on Sunday.

Classic cars lined up at the site and vintage aircraft took to the skies.

Maldon and Burnham Standard: In air: Fury and Magister aircraftIn air: Fury and Magister aircraft (Image: Stow Maries)

Hundreds of visitors enjoyed the day out at the heritage site.

Aston Martins, Morgans and Morris Minors took their place alongside Corvetes and American hot rods, while vintage Tiger Moths and Auster aircraft wowed the crowds.

Maldon and Burnham Standard: Busy event: crowds watching aircraft take flightBusy event: crowds watching aircraft take flight (Image: Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome)

The skies above echoed with the sound of Yaks, Stampes and Great War fighter aircraft.

Local brewery Datum Attitude provided refreshments along with the Airmen’s Mess Café.

Maldon and Burnham Standard: RAF cadets: members of the Essex Wing RAF CadetsRAF cadets: members of the Essex Wing RAF Cadets (Image: Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome)

There was also a barbecue which proved to be hugely popular with visitors.

The event is a major fundraiser and helps keep the aerodrome running.

Maldon and Burnham Standard: Flight line: part of the flight line at the eventFlight line: part of the flight line at the event (Image: Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome)

Stow Maries CEO Ian Flint said: “This event takes a lot of hard work from our staff and volunteers, but it all pays off. What a fantastic day.

“The cars look great, the aircraft are stunning and the museum is looking her best.

Maldon and Burnham Standard: Helping hands: Amelia and Toby Green polishing dads Alfa RomeoHelping hands: Amelia and Toby Green polishing dads Alfa Romeo (Image: Stow Maries)

“Our success is measured by the smiles on our visitors and, looking around, I think we can call this event a win.”