A Fantastic Day In Town As Carnival Returns

Sittingbourne was brimming with pride and joy on Sunday (25th August) afternoon with the welcome return of Sittingbourne Carnival after a five yaer hiatus.

The 106.9 SFM Roadshow Crew were LIVE On Ait at Milton Regis Recreational Ground getting ready for the big day, with Carnival Courts from all over Kent and local business and voluntary groups with floats and displays in the procession.

It's been a labour of love for Sittingbourne Carnival's Chair Kelly Kay who has spent the last 18 months building up to the big day following the sad death of former Chair Pam Griggs back in April.

The procession, which was headed by a horse-drawn wagon carrying the Mayor of Swale Cllr Ben Martin and this year's Miss Sittingbourne, included a Lightning McQueen Mustang, local dance schools, baton twirlers, gymnastic clubs, nurseries, tractors and a vintage army vehicle. 

Kelly told SFM News: "a big thank you to everyone who attended today and brought the Carnival back to life here in Sittingbourne".