Dawlish Carnival is set to start this weekend (Saturday 14 August) and last into next week (Friday 20 August) after being postponed in May.

Organisers are also asking people not to come if they have tested positive for Covid-19, display symptoms, or have been asked to self-isolate.

Unfortunately there will be no parade or glow show this year - but here are six key events not to be missed!

For a full list of events, you can buy a programme online here for £1 or in most Dawlish shops including Presents of Dawlish, Puzzled Sweet Shop, The Local Scoop, Costcutter, Ten Green Bottles, and Living Dawlish Hub.

The proceeds go towards funding the carnival.

1. Best-dressed Window

Shops and households can enter this competition by decorating their windows/ façade with a 'superhero' theme.

To be judged on Saturday 14 August by the mayor, make sure to enter by calling 07762 015597 or emailing [email protected]

2. Carnival Bingo

Taking place in a marquee on the Lawn at 7pm this Saturday 14 August, entry is £10 for six games with cash prizes available.

You'll need to book a table by calling 07762 015597 - spaces are limited.

3. Maddy and the Chaps

Taking place on Sunday 15 August on the Lawn, the performance will start at 3pm and finish at 5pm!

4. Junior Tennis Fun and Games

This event is for kids aged 7-10 at Dawlish Lawn Tennis Club on Sandy Lane on Tuesday 17 August at 1pm - 3.30pm.

It's limited to 16 children, so make sure to ring 07834 394336 early!

5. Pram Race

Happening on Tuesday 17 August, judging will begin at 6pm and the race at 6.45pm. Entrants should arrive from 5pm.

If you'd like to take part, click here to enter.

6. Talk: "Dawlish in the 19th Century and How Brunel Changed the Town"

A talk on the above subject will be given by local historian David Force in the marquee on the Lawn on Thursday 19 August from 2pm-3pm.

Everyone is welcome, and the talk is free!

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