Angela Williams from Morley was understandably shocked when she opened a can of baked beans to find a beetle staring back at her. Continuing with the animal theme it was also a month which featured an abandoned kitten melting hearts and a cricket legend helping a pigeon fly high. Celebrity visits, Leeds West Indian Carnival, shows and anniversaries also feature in this photo gallery from a month to remember. READ MORE: 26 Leeds publicans you may remember from the early 2000s LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
13. Leeds in August 2002
Colton resident Maria Durkan was upset that she has Leeds Festival campers tented in a field at the foot of her garden.
14. Leeds in August 2002
The Leeds Parish Church choir were preparing to setting off for a tour of London. Photo: James Hardisty
15. Leeds in August 2002
This photo showcases the colour and vibrancy of the Leeds West Indian Carnival which attracted thousands to Potternewton Park.
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