Over 3,000 Notts fans attended the Open Day on Sunday and enjoyed a fun-filled afternoon meeting their idols.

Supporters watched the first team train on the Meadow Lane pitch and were able to collect autographs and photos.

Supporters Club Chairperson Iris Smith hailed the event as a success as they raised over £500 on face-painting, raffles and selling ice-cream.

She said: " It's been a manic and fantastic day! It's been great to see so many people here.

"Our stalls run by the members were great. We've had 90 people sign up to the Supporters Club in just two hours alone."

Football in the Community also challenged fans to hit the hardest shot and strike a football into a target to win a signed football.

Football in the Community Activity Support Manager James Lake said: "We've had hundreds on the inflatables today. My highlight was seeing an OAP have a go. Everyone has really enjoyed it."

New Saftey Officer Brian Walton opened the Match Control room in the Family Stand. He said: "It was really interesting to meet the fans face-to-face. I hope to be working with the fans more closely throughout the season."

Head of Hospitality, Catering and Events Paul Fearon was also delighted, saying: "It was marvelous. It was great to see so many people in the Meadow Lane Sports Bar, people enjoying the food in the tea-bars and also many fans enjoying the free samples of our new supplier, Seymour's."

Retail Manager Lynn Lawson opened the shop early for the fans to grab a bargain and claimed it was one of her busiest days at the club.

She said: "It's been crazy! We've sold a lot of the old items as well as many fans buying the new shirt and training gear. It's been a resounding success."

Outside in the car park, the Jimmy Sirrel and Jack Wheeler Statue committee set up an information stall and the fund's secretary was delighted with the response.

Jurgen Halligan, who is Secretary of the fund said: " We are close to having £1,000 worth of pledges already! We've had a great response and it's great that so many Notts fans are backing the idea. We've been really busy."

Notts fan Jimmy Willan, who ran a memorabilia stall in the Wheeler's Suite, said: "It's great to see the Open Day back. We've had big numbers today and it proves that the club are on the rise again."

Press Officer Ralph Shepherd, who helped run the event, enjoyed the day.

He said: " I would like to thank all departments of the club for making it a great event. A huge thanks must also go out to Iris Smith and the Football in the Community team.

"Also thanks to the board, players and the likes of Colin Slater who took time out to meet the fans."

"Hopefully we will be making this an annual event from now on."

Multimedia Editor Dane Vincent and Official Show presenter Adam Harston went around interviewing fans for Magpie Player so watch out for that this week.

Look out for further photos on the Official Site. We will also announce the winner of the quiz and Football in the Community challenges this week.