People gathered at Staining Village Hall on Sunday to celebrate Holi, known as the festival of colours.
Here are 21 great pictures from the celebrations:
13. Holi celebrations at Staining Village Hall
The god Krishna is sometimes said to have thrown coloured water at people when he was a boy, for example. He's represented by blue powder, while red is for love and yellow is like turmeric - a spice used lots in Indian cooking and associated with healing. | Kelvin Lister-Stuttard
14. Holi celebrations at Staining Village Hall
The oldest accounts of Holi being commemorated date as far back as the 4th century. | Kelvin Lister-Stuttard
15. Holi celebrations at Staining Village Hall
Like many religious festivals, Holi is a time for families to spend time together, and food and special dances feature in the celebrations. | Kelvin Lister-Stuttard
16. Holi celebrations at Staining Village Hall
People from all backgrounds are encouraged to get involved. | Kelvin Lister-Stuttard