Looking back: Irthlingborough Carnival through the years as event set to return next month

On September 5, locals will be invited to a parade down the High Street, followed by a fun afternoon of family activities at the recreation ground.

While the carnival was absent from the town’s calendar last year, this year’s event is hoping to be a return to form, as Irthlingborough Carnival has been much-loved for decades.

Over the years we’ve seen fantastic floats, majestic carnival courts, outlandish costumes, and happy memories formed as a result of the annual occurrence.

With the news of its return, we though it would be a great opportunity to look back at events from years – and decades – past, so we’ve delved into our archive, and pulled out some of the best bits over the years.