A record crowd flocked to the Surrey Air Ambulance Open Day, helping to raise more than £10,000 for the life-saving charity.

About 6,000 visitors turned out for the annual event, at Dunsfold Park, to meet the crew of the twin-engine MD902 helicopter.

Pilots, doctors and paramedics signed autographs for members of the public who were given a guided tour of the aircraft which can reach patients within minutes.

There was also a visit from the Sussex Police helicopter, Hotel 900, and pleasure flights courtesy of London Helicopter Centre.

Surrey Air Ambulance County Fundraiser Julie Jenkinson said: "This year we exceeded all expectations so a huge thanks must go to all those who came and supported us and our sponsors and volunteers.

"From beginning to end there was so much to do and we will strive to make it even bigger and better next year when it will be held on June 12."

Attractions included crash scene displays, rescue enactments, tours of a Boeing 747, Rolls Royce rides, a Pimm’s tent and music from the Pantastic steel band.

There was also a special visit from the Daleks, a hog roast and barbecue while the children enjoyed a funfair, face painting and a small animal petting farm.

One lucky woman from Southwater won a helicopter ride for two in the grand raffle, allowing her to fly over her mother’s home in nearby Alfold.

She was joined by former West Sussex County Fundraiser Delaine Shearman who was given a flight as a leaving present from colleagues after more than three years' service.

Raffle prizes also included a gliding lesson and a family ticket to Wings and Wheels at Dunsfold Park on August 29 and 30.

A handmade quilt in the blue and white colours of the Surrey Air Ambulance was also donated by the Thameside Sewing Bees.

Cash from the third Dunsfold Open Day will go towards the £1.7m-a-year cost of keeping the helicopter airborne. Each flying mission alone costs between £1,500 and £2,000.

If you would like to make a donation to the Air Ambulance please call 01622 833833. Alternatively cheques can be made payable to Surrey Air Ambulance and posted to Wheelbarrow Park Estate, Pattenden Lane, Marden, Kent, TN12 9QJ