Seaton looking forward to the return of illuminated carnival procession

Seaton's illuminated carnival procession will return this year, set to kick off the East Devon circuit on Saturday, September 3.

All of East Devon's autumn carnival processions were called off last year, as the COVID-19 pandemic meant that carnival clubs across the area were unable to meet up to prepare their floats, which can take months of work.

But carnival season is set to return in all its glory this year, with Seaton kicking off the celebrations.

Seaton Carnival Week will start over the August Bank Holiday weekend with the crowning of the Carnival Queen followed by a week of varied events, shows and activities.

The week will culminate with the illuminated carnival procession on Saturday, September 3, starting at 8pm, which will see town centre streets closed off, as crowds of spectators pick their spot along the route of the to watch the parade.

Many floats will be illuminated with thousands of light bulbs, joined by costumed walking entries, many of whom are also lit up with lights attached to their costumes, majorette troupes and street bands, motorcycle outriders and local clubs and organisations.

Look out for further carnival updates throughout the summer.