Alan Jones

Glastonbury ended last night with stunning performances by pop legends and a reformed band of indie veterans.

Late afternoon saw American singer-songwriter Neil Diamond take to the Pyramid Stage at Worthy Farm, in Pilton, Somerset.

The 67-year-old American singer-songwriter produced an energetic performance of hit material spanning more than four decades - including Red, Red Wine, Sweet Caroline and material from his new album Home Before Dark.

Music lovers were also treated to a performance from Alison Goldfrapp while later on the Pyramid stage, Canadian artist Leonard Cohen brought his brand of moody pop to the festival. Finally, Britpop heroes The Verve brought the curtain down on the festival with a set many fans of the Wigan band thought they would never see.

Glastonbury director Melvyn Benn believed it was the best festival for at least 10 years and said all 135,000 tickets were sold. "There has been a greater unity of purpose among those who came to the festival this year," he added.

Mr Benn said he did not believe the crowd was especially younger, despite the belief that artists such as Jay-Z and Amy Winehouse would attract more youngsters.

Meanwhile, Amy Winehouse will not face an investigation after she appeared to throw a punch at a member of the audience at the end of her Glastonbury set, police said.