Hundreds of people, including many from Shepton Mallet, took to the streets of Wells today (September 20) to protest about the lack of action over climate change.

The second Wells Climate Strike was one of many around the globe, as protesters called for action to save the planet, saying that everyone could do something to help.

Protesters travelled from nearby towns to take part, and one of these was Denise, who had cycled in from Shepton Mallet to protest with her family.

She said: "The world is being harmed by us for cotton farming and other things, and is is very important that we speak out.

"I only buy pre-owned clothes, particularly cotton, and cycle everywhere, plus we should all plant more trees."

Gathering at Wells Town Hall at 11am for speeches and music, before a march through town and then a vegan picnic, the Wells Climate Strike was good natured and saw hundreds of people coming together for the common message of saving the planet.

Many students went on strike from school for the protest, but organisers were keen to point out that they did not want the event to cause issues with the schools.

One of the organisers Claire Landicina said: "It is so important that children's voices are heard and that is what today is all about.

"They will be the ones who experience the change so we all agree that something has to be done now."

One of the teenaged organisers was Cathy Pearce, who spoke to the crowds and led the march through the city.

She said: "It is great that more people have turned out for this Climate Strike, having the march has helped.

"We need to do something ourselves if we are going to see change and, as they say, small roles can lead to a big difference."

Sustainable Wells were in attendance, with Sam Johnson and Richard Wilson representing their 400 members.

Sam said: "It is all about campaigning for change and as a community we need to come together to ultimately save ourselves."

There were many banners made for the strike, with the Cunningham family of David, Sarah and Jake among those wielding messages.

"We are here to show that we are appalled at what is happening with climate change," said David.

"But if we all planted trees, became vegan and encouraged biodiversity then that would help."

The Climate Strike organisers say they were happy with the turnout and how smoothly the event ran, and would like to thank everyone for taking part.