Tavistock Carnival Week got off to a great start last weekend with the baby show, fun day in The Meadows including the crowning of the carnival princess and the presentation of prizes to the peace poster competition winners.

Steve Grummitt from Tavistock Lions’ Club, who organise the event, said it had been a wonderful start to the week and despite Sunday’s three major sporting events on TV — the Cricket World Cup, Wimbledon Men’s Singles Final and British Grand Prix — they had the best crowd ever with a truly wonderful atmosphere, a huge range of live music from Gilbert and Sullivan to heavy rock and fantastic food.

Events continue all week with the carnival procession on Saturday. Don’t miss it!