Walthamstow Young Peoples' Caribbean Carnival

This is an event that I remember from when I was young. The parade is populated by young people from various groups and schools throughout Walthamstow who parade about one to two miles through Walthamstow to the town square. D's nursery was represented, using the theme of Indian animals and so, dressed as tigers (pictured) and peacocks we walked the mile or so along the route.

The parade costumes were far more impressive than those in my memory and ended with a full funfair, including rides and games, with all the children taking part getting their five minutes of fame on a big stage.

My only real complaint was the lack of advertising. I live on the route of the parade and only knew about it because I was in it and, thus, the roads were not so much lined with cheering crowds as bemused shoppers and annoyed motorists. Probably not enough to ruin what was a good day out, but annoying none the less.

What: Young Person's Caribbean Carnival
Where: Starts at Walthamstow Town Hall finishes at Walthamstow Town Square (close to Walthamstow Central)
Cost: Free
Going next year? Possibly, depends if we're involved and if not if its advertised!
Try: Notting Hill Carnival