These photos from the YEP archive celebrate the history and heritage of Europe’s longest running authentically Caribbean Carnival through a decade of memories. The images bring together the colourful costumes and the huge crowds which lined the parade route as well as the hard work behind the scenes of the organisers. READ MORE: 33 closed Leeds pubs which will stir fond memories for drinkers LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
13. Leeds West Indian Carnival
Susan Pitter, Leeds West Indian Carnival costume organiser, received a fax of support from Spice Girl Mel B in August 1997. Photo: Bruce Rollinson
14. Leeds West Indian Carnival
This is three-year-old Demi Cah who travelled from Leicester to take part in the Carnival parade in August 1998. Photo: Mel Hulme
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