🥳 Over 1,500 of you came to kick off the festive season, at this year's Carnival of the Baubles! Storm Bert still didn't hamper our spirts and it was a blast from start to finish. 🎅A massive thank you to everyone who made it unforgettable!

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Find out more about Carnival of the Baubles on the @loveashford website: https://t.co/nCfJvZ69SL

🚌 Please note that buses from Bank Street will be temporarily relocated to Vicarage Lane from 4pm-7pm. ‼️Organisers are monitoring the weather. Some planned activities may be cancelled or moved to indoor venues. A decision on the parade will be made and communicated on Friday.

The 5m tall Fire Bird will bring a fountain of sparks to compliment the town’s parade and Christmas lights. 📸 Be sure to head down early to find a great spot for viewing the parade. Don't forget to tag @loveashford and in your photos!

⭐️ This year things are a little different! The route for the fabulous procession led by our incredible Fire Bird will start in the Lower High Street at 5pm and work its way down to Elwick Place.

📲 Find out more about Carnival of The Baubles and to view the latest schedule head over to the link below for more details: https://t.co/gxzakaybbN

😉 Here's a preview of the new procession route, due to the carnivals increasing popularity the route will be in reverse. Now starting off from the Lower High Street at 5pm, finishing off with a spectacular finale outside The Ashford Cinema at Elwick Place.

📅 Mark your calendars! We have only one more week to go until Ashford's Carnival of The Baubles 2024. 🔥 This years parade will be lead by our giant Firebird. With a fountain of sparks from its beak, it will help guide the procession through the town.

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🎨 Join an open 'meet the artist' session from 11:30 to 12:15 (drop-in), or attend one of three SEN-bookable slots through the link below, each limited to 16 people for a more relaxed experience: https://t.co/wavpuwmr1p

🎄 New for 2024 @made_in_ashford are now offering a special session on Sunday 10 November to view the beautiful illuminated lanterns before the parade at their makers' space on the lower level of County Square.

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🙌Our latest Impact Report is here! Covering the last two years, we're extremely proud of the contributions we've made in the cultural sector and the incredible work with our partners and communities. 🔍Get the full scoop on our website!

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