Coronavirus: Plans for Hastings Carnival go ahead with entries invited

Plans for the Old Town Carnival are still going ahead with the carnival committee inviting entry applications,
By Andy Hemsley
Published 1st Apr 2020, 12:25 BST
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The carnival is scheduled to take place on Saturday August 8 and the theme this year is Stories for Children.

Carnival chairman Keith Leech said: “Let’s think positive. We are still intending to go ahead with this year’s carnival. We know things may have to change - but fingers crossed.

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“There is plenty to do now, while in isolation, so get those costumes and floats ready.”

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Hastings Old Town Carnival Week 2019: Hastings Carnival procession SUS-191108-093231001

The carnival procession comes at the end of Old Town Week, in the first week of August, comprising of a host of events including the popular Pram Race and Crown Lane Bike Race.

The event celebrated its 50th anniversary last year.

Entry forms can be downloaded from the carnival website at www.oldtowncarnivalweek.co.uk.

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