Pudsey Carnival: 16 best pictures by YEP photographer as hundreds turnout for festival's grand return

Hundreds of people paraded through Pudsey this weekend for the market town's annual carnival.

This year's festival aimed to raise money to provide defibrillators for the Pudsey community, plus funding the upkeep of the existing defibs.

Floats featuring everything from animals to Pudsey the bear took to the town’s streets before the main event at Queens Park.

Here are 16 of the best pictures as taken by YEP photographer Steve Riding.

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A group of traditional Scottish bagpipers also entertained the hundreds of attendees.

One decorated float was designed to honour Her Majesty The Queen who is celebrating her 70th year on the British throne.

Schools and community groups took part in the parade with floats and banners.

This year's festival aimed to raise money to provide defibrillators for the Pudsey community, plus funding the upkeep of the existing defibs.

Ronnie the Rhino, the famous Leeds Rhinos mascot also entertained the crowd.

Officers from Pudsey Neighbourhood Policing Team were also present offering free pedal cycle security marking, along with home security advice.