Hastings Old Town Carnival Week starts today with Town Criers contest

The contest takes place today (Friday August 1) on the steps of St Clements Church, off the High Street, at 7pm for a 7.30pm start. Anyone can turn up and take part with a £1 donation.

Entrants are give a text to read out and the best, loudest, clearest reader will be crowned Old Town Crier.

There are prizes for best male adult and best female adult, as well as best youngster. The popular annual event is organised by High Street Traders.

Here are some pictures from last year’s event.