But as this year's only applicant for the role, there was no need for Niamh Craske to muscle her way in.

The 23-year-old grew up in the town and is currently a final-year medical student at the University of East Anglia.

She’s also a competitive bodybuilder, having placed in international competitions in Prague, Alicante and Portugal.

Niamh Craske is this year's Sheringham Carnival Queen (Image: Courtesy of Niamh Craske) Carnival Queen Niamh Craske (centre), with Princess Isla, Prince Reggie and chaperone Katie Hart (Image: Courtesy of Niamh Craske) But this week, she swapped the stage and stethoscope for a sash, taking on the traditional role of Sheringham........

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