POP starletts The Saturdays just couldn't get enough of the crowd's applause as the joined international performers in Grimsby for an almighty birthday bash.

The British and Irish band performed alongside X-Factor star Olly Murs and Australian singer Gabriella Cilmi to celebrate 18 years of Lincs FM.

The bash also included; Grimsby dancer J-Rascal, Route East from Scunthorpe, Fugative and The Wanted.

Fans who had secured tickets through an exclusive competition had been queuing outside the venue for hours hoping to catch a glimpse of the stars arriving.

The Grimsby Telegraph caught up with The Saturdays backstage before the show, who had just endured a long journey from London but still looked stunning and raring to go.

Una, Mollie, Frankie, Vanessa and Rochelle are no strangers to the area, having performed at the Auditorium in April last year.

They said they experienced a feeling of nostalgia coming back to the town.

To read the full interview and find out more about the event see today's Grimsby Telegraph.