Police have eight arrests after closing down an illegal rave, which is believed to be attended by around 1,000 people. 

Officers were called at about 3.50am on Sunday to reports of a large gathering at a farm in Euston. 

A spokeswoman for Suffolk police said a number of units were sent to the scene were initially reported to be around 500 to 1,000 people present, with around 80 vehicles.

Just after 5pm officers took control of the music equipment and were able to fully close the event down.

All of those who were in attendance have now left the site.

Officers arrested eight people in connection with the incident. 

One was arrested on suspicion of drug-driving, criminal damage and possession of a controlled drug with intent to supply, two were on suspicion of drink driving and three were on suspicion of conspiracy to commit public nuisance.

Two people were also arrested on suspicion of possession of a controlled drug with intent to supply.

They were all take to Bury St Edmunds police station for questioning. 

Two vans and a car were seized as part of the investigation along with various items of music and sound equipment, including five generators.

Chief Superintendent Alice Scott said: "This event was closed down following a large policing operation and the site was cleared as quickly as we were able do so, without any significant issues.

“We deployed a number of resources to the scene including the Roads and Armed Policing Team, drone unit, dogs unit and specially trained public order officers who are experienced in dealing with this type of event.

“Enquiries are ongoing to establish the circumstances leading up to the UME and to identify all those involved in its planning.

“Unlicensed music events like this can cause a considerable amount of disruption, causing widespread damage to the natural environment as well. As they don’t have to conform to any safety standards, they also put those who choose to attend at risk.

“I would like to thank the local community for their patience as we worked to close this UME down as quickly and safely as possible and reassure them that the matter doesn’t finish here and an investigation will continue into what has taken place.”