Preston Mela: A look back at celebrations from years gone by

By Neil Cross

Published 31st Jul 2020, 07:00 GMT

Preston’s Asian community annual Mela always makes for a colourful and exciting event

Have you enjoyed the previous Mela festivals in Preston? Hopefully it will be back soon but here's a few photographs from days gone by:

The GHS Girls performing the welcome dance on stage at the Mela Festival

The Mayor of Preston Albert Richardson officially opens the Preston Mela 2010

Youngsters enjoy the fun fair during the Preston Mela 2001

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