RETRO: 24 maypole procession pictures from Gawthorpe, Glasshoughton, Pontefract and Castleford over the years including may queens and fancy dress outfits

We have a long-standing tradition of annual maypole processions. The celebrations include may queens, decorated floats, marching bands, and families dressing up followed by a performance from maypole dancers.

By Catherine Gannon

Published 25th Apr 2024, 19:00 BST

Take a look back through these 24 pictures of people enjoying the celebrations from maypole processions in Glasshoughton, Gawthorpe and the surrounding areas over the years.

See if you can spot anyone you know…