DOZENS of community and faith groups joined together at a summer fair to celebrate harmony and diversity.

The 11th Big Event, organised by Southend Community in Harmony Partnership, took place in Priory Park, Southend, on Sunday.

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Mr Dickie Bows Rock 'n Roll and Jive dancers

 

The free event brought the community together with lots of fun activities, bouncy castles and displays, live music, as well as British and ethnic food.

 

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The Show Choir pulls in the crowds

 

The partnership aims to celebrate the diversity, culture and heritage of the town.

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Cycle Southend teaching cycle skills at the event

 

A spokesman said: “We strongly believe this helps break down barriers and encourages friendship among people of different ages, backgrounds, interests, ethnic origins."

 

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 Lillia Banks and Hannah Levitan showing off some gymnastic skills