Protestors gathered in Watton town centre from 2pm on Sunday (May 17) after migrants staying at the Brook Hotel, in Bowthorpe, were relocated to the town on Wednesday last week.

Asylum seekers arriving in Watton (Image: Supplied)

At its height more than 200 people were in attendance at the protest which remained peaceful throughout.

Crowds at the protest in Watton (Image: Peter Walsh, Newsquest)

Organiser Lee Watson said it was "fantastic" people had turned out to have their say on the issue.

Lee Watson organised the protest (Image: Peter Walsh, Newsquest)

"I didn't want people coming here and waving union flags - at that point the argument is lost," he said.

"I wanted more of a discussion.

"For people to be able to voice their concerns.

"We've had all sorts of people here - from 14 up to people in........

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