In pictures: Steven Burke homecoming

Crowds flocked to Colne on Saturday to welcome home double Olympic gold medalist Steven Burke.
Steven Burke was made a Freeman of ColneSteven Burke was made a Freeman of Colne
Steven Burke was made a Freeman of Colne

The Colne Cyclone was given a hero's welcome, a victory parade and then installed as a Freeman of Colne in a special ceremony at the town hall.

After his success in Rio, the cycling champion continued the celebrations with his friends and family at the parade.

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Burke toured the town in an open top car provided by Chorley Nissan. He was given a guard of honour by young members of Cycle Sport Pendle and Pendle Forest Cyclin Club.

Bus operator has repainted and renamed a double decker bus in Burke's honour and that also joined the parade as it worked its way through the packed streets of Colne.

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