Rather than a cock-a-doodle-do, the bang of fireworks marked the Chinese New Year in Colchester.

Colourful - Chinese dragon dancers make a vivid display in Colchester Castle Park. 41014-1

The Year of the Rooster started off with an oriental extravaganza in Castle Park on Saturday evening, organised by King Coel's Kittens.

On a bitterly cold evening, the Festival of Chinese Entertainment attracted more than 1,000 people to see Chinese musicians, dancers and a dragon, compered by magician Michael J Fitch.

Organiser Jackie Bowis said: "It was a very good turnout given how cold it was, and everyone enjoyed themselves."

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Published Monday, February 14, 2005

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