It was a day of supercars, racing, food and lots of smiles as thousands turned out for a charity event at Croft Circuit near Darlington.

The 'Smiles for Miles 2022' event saw people from far wide turn out to show their support for the JPC Community Farm.

Set up by Paul and Julie Connaughton at Busby, near Stokesley, the pair have been running the farm, which provides respite for people with complex needs, for years.

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Named after their son, James Paul, they have been fundraising by the use of motorsport-themed events as he actually likes the sound of loud car exhausts.

So on Sunday, Croft was packed with visitors, hundreds of classic and custom cars as well as dozens of supercars including Aston Martin, Porsche and Jaguar.

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There were also lots of other attractions including car demos, food stalls, motoring product stalls and a funfair.

The Northern Echo has put together a gallery of the day - can you spot any cars or anyone you know?

The Northern Echo: The Smiles for Miles 2022 event at Croft Pictures: JAMES SCOTTThe Smiles for Miles 2022 event at Croft Pictures: JAMES SCOTT

The Northern Echo: The Smiles for Miles 2022 event at Croft Pictures: JAMES SCOTTThe Smiles for Miles 2022 event at Croft Pictures: JAMES SCOTT

The Northern Echo: The Smiles for Miles 2022 event at Croft Pictures: JAMES SCOTTThe Smiles for Miles 2022 event at Croft Pictures: JAMES SCOTT

The Northern Echo: The Smiles for Miles 2022 event at Croft Pictures: JAMES SCOTTThe Smiles for Miles 2022 event at Croft Pictures: JAMES SCOTT

The Northern Echo: The Smiles for Miles 2022 event at Croft Pictures: JAMES SCOTTThe Smiles for Miles 2022 event at Croft Pictures: JAMES SCOTT

The Northern Echo: The Smiles for Miles 2022 event at Croft Pictures: JAMES SCOTTThe Smiles for Miles 2022 event at Croft Pictures: JAMES SCOTT

The Northern Echo: The Smiles for Miles 2022 event at Croft Pictures: JAMES SCOTTThe Smiles for Miles 2022 event at Croft Pictures: JAMES SCOTT

The Northern Echo: The Smiles for Miles 2022 event at Croft Pictures: JAMES SCOTTThe Smiles for Miles 2022 event at Croft Pictures: JAMES SCOTT

The Northern Echo: The Smiles for Miles 2022 event at Croft Pictures: JAMES SCOTTThe Smiles for Miles 2022 event at Croft Pictures: JAMES SCOTT

The Northern Echo: The Smiles for Miles 2022 event at Croft Pictures: JAMES SCOTTThe Smiles for Miles 2022 event at Croft Pictures: JAMES SCOTT

The Northern Echo: The Smiles for Miles 2022 event at Croft Pictures: JAMES SCOTTThe Smiles for Miles 2022 event at Croft Pictures: JAMES SCOTT

The Northern Echo: The Smiles for Miles 2022 event at Croft Pictures: JAMES SCOTTThe Smiles for Miles 2022 event at Croft Pictures: JAMES SCOTT

The Northern Echo: The Smiles for Miles 2022 event at Croft Pictures: JAMES SCOTTThe Smiles for Miles 2022 event at Croft Pictures: JAMES SCOTT

The Northern Echo: The Smiles for Miles 2022 event at Croft Pictures: JAMES SCOTTThe Smiles for Miles 2022 event at Croft Pictures: JAMES SCOTT

The Northern Echo: The Smiles for Miles 2022 event at Croft Pictures: JAMES SCOTTThe Smiles for Miles 2022 event at Croft Pictures: JAMES SCOTT

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