Beccles Carnival is the longest-running in the Waveney Valley area, only interrupted by war years and the Covid pandemic.

Organisers are expecting thousands to attend across the two-day celebration, with this year expected to be its "biggest and boldest" event yet.

Here's everything you need to know to make the most of the weekend.

One of the region's oldest community traditions returns this weekend (Image: Sonya Duncan)

When is Beccles Carnival?

The event takes place on Saturday, August 15 and Sunday, August 16.

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