WITH just a few weeks to go until this year's New Mills Parade and Fete residents are being asked to start thinking about their entry for the carnival parade.
The theme for the event, on Saturday June 7, is Children's Literature.
Those who visit the library for inspiration will also have the chance to view the 'New Mills Parade and Fete: a right Royal affair' exhibition, which is being held in the weeks running up to the Parade and Fete. The exhibition charts the town's carnivals since 1974.
Full details of events and how to enter competitions are available in the Parade and Fete Programme on sale now, or from Helen Young on 01663 741924, or e-mail
newmillsparade@fsmail.net.
Entries need be received by Monday June 2, although those who want to enter the fancy dress, 'Royalty for the Day', or best dressed pram or bike competitions, who can simply enter on the day.
At the Fete there will be host of events including a fun fair and birds of prey flying displays.
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