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In photos: Bristol Grand Iftar 2019
People of all cultures and communities descended on St Mark’s Road in Easton on Thursday evening for a Grand Iftar.
Bristol’s largest Grand Iftar has grown into a hugely popular annual event, as Muslims and non-Muslims break their fast during Ramadan.
“Its about breaking bread in the streets with community and celebrating, that’s what it’s all about really,” summed up St Paul’s Carnival boss Julz Davies.
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This year, Ramadan takes place from May 5 to June 4, with those taking part fasting from dawn to dusk.
Here are just a few photos:
Volunteers placed water and fruit for guests.
Azeela baked cakes to raise money for the Heart Foundation, selling each hand baked treat for £1
Thousands of people are estimated to have attended the event
Most people sat on the floor
Former St Paul’s Carnival boss Julz Davis was representing Tropical Sun Foods
Politicians represented on Thursday night included Bristol’s Green Party group leader, Eleanor Combley
People came to St Mark’s Road from across Bristol
The Grand Iftar stretched almost the length of the road
The Cake Campaign is raising money throughout Ramadan for Islamic Relief’s ongoing Syria Appeal.
Many local businesses provided food
Many were attending a Grand Iftar for the first time
Strangers came together at the popular annual event
The road was brimming with volunteers in high vis vests
As people took their seats along the road, the community spirit was clear to see
St Mark’s Road was a sea of people on Thursday night
Easton Jamia Masjid mosque provided a great location for photos of the Iftar
1st Bristol Muslim Scout Group gave a warm welcomes to many of the guests
The street got busier as the sun began to fade
People from all backgrounds came together to break the fast and enjoy good food
As night fell, the street was illuminated by fairy lights
Photos courtesy of Lowie Trevena and Ben Wright
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