Wigan Carnival pictures from the 1920s to '80s

For decades Wigan Carnival was a major event on the town’s calendar, featuring a parades of floats, fancy dress and marching bands processing through the centre followed by a big party.

Here are some picture reminders of those days covering more than 60 years.

5. Wigan Athletic goalie Roy Tunks with carnival queens at Springfield Park in 1987

. Photo: Gary Brunskill

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6. Wigan Carnival Queens line up in June 1987 with Mayor Coun Jimmy Jones at the crowning ceremony

. Photo: Gary Brunskill

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7. King Arthur was in town in 1988 to pull the sword from Mabs Cross helping to publicise the forthcoming Wigan Carnival.

. Photo: FO

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8. Carnival Queens at Wigan Carnival in 1988

. Photo: STAFF

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