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Preston Mela

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Preston Mela

The Harris, Preston
4 September 2021

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Preston Mela has been taking place since 1997, although the local activists involved have been championing the profile of South Asian culture since the 1970s. Head along for a vibrant celebration of South Asian arts, culture, tradition, and heritage.

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