Elton John's UK touring career ends with record-breaking Glastonbury set

The sun set on one of the greatest careers in British music history, as Elton John played the last UK show of his farewell tour at Glastonbury. 

The 76-year-old legend treated fans to a masterclass in song and stage craft, delivering a two-hour set in which every song was a greatest hit.

He was watched by a vast crowd, estimated to be over 120,000 people.

Meanwhile, a record 7.3 million people tuned in to watch live on BBC One, according to overnight ratings.

That was the biggest ever overnight audience for a Glastonbury set, the BBC said. In comparison, last year Diana Ross was the most-watched star with 3.1 million and Paul McCartney's headline set was seen by 2.7 million.

Elton told all those watching: "I'm so happy to be here. I won't ever forget this."

Credit: BBC