Sidmouth Carnival will take place on Saturday, September 22, Read this and more.

CARNIVAL DATE: Sidmouth Carnival will take place on Saturday, September 22, organisers announced this week.

Fun will begin at 7.30pm.

Entry forms are available from Terry Clark on 01395 568815.

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OLYMPIC HEAT: East Devon samba band Street Heat gave Weymouth a flavour of Rio when they brought the carnival atmosphere to the sailing venue for the close of the London 2012 Olympics.

The band’s energy and popularity has secured a return visit to Weymouth for the Paralympic Games opening ceremony on August 29.

The 32-strong band was invited to bring a taste of South America to the closing day and entertained the crowds as they arrived.