Preston’s famous Caribbean Carnival celebrated it’s tenth anniversary in May 1985. Floats crawled through the streets to the calypso beat of steel bands and electric rhythm groups as thousands lined the carnival route. About 500 musicians, dancers and fancy dress entries lined up for the festive day of pop and pageantry, led by Caribbean Carnival Queen, 19-year-old Jenny La Rocque. Let these photos take you back. READ MORE: Preston’s Caribbean Carnival to return MORE PICTURES: Preston’s Fishergate in the 80s. IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: Preston in the 80s

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The 10th anniversary of the Caribbean Carnival had a land and sea fantasy feel to it with these fabulous lobster and pearl costumes Photo: Archive

. Caribbean Carnival
These ladies were enjoying dancing along to the calypso sounds Photo: Archive

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Just one of the many fantastic costumes on display during this 10th anniversary Preston Caribbean Carnival Photo: Archive

. Caribbean Carnival
This group had an Egyptian theme and pulled out all the stops for their costumes Photo: Archive

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Another shot of the Land of Pharaohs float during Preston's Caribbean Carnival Photo: Archive

. Caribbean Carnival
Everyone - young and old - get involved with the Carnival Photo: Archive

1. Caribbean Carnival
These ladies were enjoying dancing along to the calypso sounds Photo: Archive

2. Caribbean Carnival
Just one of the many fantastic costumes on display during this 10th anniversary Preston Caribbean Carnival Photo: Archive

3. Caribbean Carnival
This group had an Egyptian theme and pulled out all the stops for their costumes Photo: Archive

4. Caribbean Carnival
Another shot of the Land of Pharaohs float during Preston's Caribbean Carnival Photo: Archive