They say that all good things come in threes and the Take That trio proved that at their third Norwich concert in recent years. 

After sell-out shows in 2017 and 2019, Take That returned to Carrow Road with This Life on Tour on Tuesday night. 

Gary Barlow, Mark Owen and Howard Donald took fans on a trip down memory lane with sensational staging to match their timeless hits.

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This included water fountains shooting into the sky, which accompanied Owen on catchy chart-topper Shine, and a sumptuous 60s-style TV set as a backdrop to older songs such as A Million Love Songs and Pray.

The trio packed the concert with humour, anecdotes and a healthy dose of dad dancing. 

There may not have been razor-sharp choreography, but this was more than made up for with their ability to put on a spectacular show that provides pure escapism. 

There is a reason that fans queue outside arenas and stadiums across the country for many hours (and sometimes days) to get close to the front.

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Several of the songs in the setlist were from their most recent ninth album This Life, released last November. 

I found a couple of these a little forgettable, but You and Me was a standout with its catchy hook and it got a great audience reaction. 

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Barlow's vocals were particularly strong throughout the concert, especially the high notes on Relight My Fire. 

The show quite literally finished with a bang as Rule the World was accompanied by a dazzling fireworks display.

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A special mention must also go to Olly Murs who warmed the crowd up in style. 

His tribute to Caroline Flack before performing Dear Darlin' was also a touching moment. 

It was an incredible night in Norwich and fingers crossed Take That will come back for a fourth time - just have a little patience.