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GALLERY: Glasgow Show 2011 attracts record crowds

Aug 4 2011 By Emma Smith

CHEESY pop duo Jedward helped attract a record crowd of more than 70,000 people to the Glasgow Show.

Music lovers eager to catch a glimpse of the former X Factor contestants packed Glasgow Green.

The sunny weather over the weekend also helped to lure people to the party.

In other years the event has attracted about 55,000 to 60,000 people.

Britain's Got Talent Winner Jai McDowall, from Ayrshire, headlined at the popular festival. And the crowds also got to see X Factor heart-throb Lloyd Daniels.

Other entertainment included stunt shows, Titan the robot and street theatre, while the Strathclyde Fire & Rescue Preservation Group showed off a fire engine dating back to 1900.

Lord Provost, Bob Winter, said:"I think a combination of the good weather and this year's fantastic acts made the weekend such a success.

"I'd like to thank everyone who made it a show to remember."