RESIDENTS and business owners in Bovey Tracey and Heathfield are being urged to get behind the town’s successful annual carnival.

This year’s popular event featured nine days of family-friendly activities including a set from TV star and Heart FM dance DJ, Toby Anstis at Party in the Park.

Another draw was the August 1 carnival procession which saw the streets lined with families while the Car Quest challenge took participants on a treasure hunt across district and beyond.

Still to come is the Christmas Market and Festive Drive-by, all the events being arranged by a committee of just five key people with help from supporters.

Looking ahead to the Annual General Meeting on Tuesday November 4, chairman Ulli Arnold said: ‘Having had a well supported full nine days of activities over Carnival Week we will be donating a generous amount to our chosen local charity, Bovey Swimming Pool Association.

‘We are delighted to be in a position to do this and truly hope we can continue to keep providing Bovey and Heathfield with a great carnival programme.

‘But as with any community initiative, we could always do with more people helping out.

‘The team we have is wonderful, as are our sponsors and backers, but there can never be too many of us.

‘So please, come and join us at The Cromwell Arms at 7pm on Tuesday November 4 and see what it is we do.

‘There are plenty of opportunities to get involved and you can contribute as much or as little time as you want.

‘The great thing about being a volunteer is no one can tell you what to do, only ask.

‘And that’s what I’m doing, asking that you join us and keep this great community event alive and kicking.

‘The rewards are tremendous.’

For more information visit www.boveytraceycarnival.org.uk