The annual carnival received a grant of £128,000 in 2025 to “support initiatives to enhance the presentation and atmosphere of the Parades with [the] objective of increasing visitors numbers.”

The Battle of Flowers Christmas Parade is due to take place this weekend.

Live entertainment, stalls, food and drink will be on offer at Parade Gardens from 13:00 on Saturday.

Local singers will perform on the main stage from 13:00 until 18:00, when the parade will begin.

The event will start on Conway Street and end at Parade Gardens.

Road closures will be in force from 16:00 until 21:00.

Attendees are encouraged to consider taking the bus or car sharing to help take the pressure off the traffic in town.

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