The event was organised by Boston Lions and featured more than 40 floats and five bands. It had been revived the previous year to mark The Queen’s Silver Jubilee.
9. Boston Carnival, 1978
The event raised more than £550 for charity. Photo: Boston Standard
10. Boston Carnival, 1978
The cash was to be put towards the coast of a mini-bus which the Lions would use to take people out on trips. Photo: Boston Standard
11. Boston Carnival, 1978
A Lion on Town Bridge. Photo: Boston Standard
12. Boston Carnival, 1978
The 90-minute procession began at the Norprint car park and then led to Norfolk Street, Tawney Street, Bargate, Market Place, High Street, Fydell Crescent, George Street, West Street, before returning by the same route. Photo: Boston Standard
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