Two Staffordshire carnivals hailed huge successes

The events in Cannock town centre and Brereton drew in the crowds on one of the hottest days of the year.

A procession of floats with a wartime theme to mark the 100 years since the outbreak of the First World War was led through Cannock on Saturday.

The best float prize was won by Bridgtown Primary School for the Spitfire-inspired design.

Headteacher Joanne Raybould said: "This is the fourth time we have taken part and this year we were the only school.

"We really enjoy and it and it is great to promote our local community. There were plenty of families and friends watching along the way and it is lovely to keep this tradition going in the town.

"We chose the Spitfire because of the First World War 100th anniversary, and it is important the children realise the sacrifices that were made in the past."

A day at the movies was the theme for Brereton's carnival, which attracted more than 6,000 people.

The event was revived last year after a 26-year absence by Brereton & Ravenhill Association for Community Events (Brace).

Secretary Ruth Templeton said: "It was really successful. We had really positive feedback and it was a great community day. People lined the streets and the entrants made a great effort."

The procession of floats and bands setting off from Hawkins Logistics Yard in Redbrook Lane and ended up at Ravenhill Park where there were attractions including beer tents, fairground rides, live music from the Rock Dogs, stilt walkers and group displays.

An appeal to resurrect the carnival, which ran from 1977 until 1986, was launched in July 2012.

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