Grimsby Town promoted: Fans greet open-top bus tour

The players celebrated their promotion to a chorus of cheering fans

Thousands of people have turned out to celebrate Grimsby Town's promotion from the National League during their open-top bus tour.

The Mariners were promoted to League Two following their play-off final win against Solihull Moors on Sunday.

The bus set off from Grimsby Town's ground, Blundell Park, before ending with a civic reception at Grimsby Town Hall.

"We are absolutely thrilled," club chief executive Debbie Cook said.

Thousands of people turned out for the celebration

Grimsby Town were promoted back into the English Football League on Sunday

Taking in parts of Cleethorpes and Grimsby, the bus was carrying officials and players from the club who were greeted by cheering crowds.

Speeches took place in front of gathered fans before players headed into the town hall.

The Mariners came from behind to secure a 2-1 victory over Solihull Moors

The mayor of North East Lincolnshire, councillor Stephen Beasant, congratulated the players and staff on their season: "What the club has achieved this season is fantastic," he said.

"The town is immensely proud of the way they've worked hard together to put themselves back in the Football League."

Ms Cook said she could not underestimate what the promotion meant to fans.

"Our supporters, this community, have been incredible and we want to celebrate that and thank the whole town."