THE ORGANISERS of Malmesbury Carnival have thanked volunteers and attendees for their time and effort at this year's procession.

The long-standing tradition which has been going for over a hundred years and brings residents, businesses and visitors together returned to the town on Saturday.

A spokesperson said: "We thank everyone who showed up to support us on the procession route.

"We thank all the volunteers helping steward and especially to those who entered the procession and put a huge amount of thought, time, effort and fun into their costumes and decorations.

"Planning this (and all our other events) is a labour of love and there is no better reward than seeing lots of happy faces!"

The winners are:

Best Walking Entry: George Vets with King Athelstan & his Animals

Best Wonky Wheels: Vieve Forward, the Viking Marauder

Best Motorised Entry (adults): The New Inn, Seagry does Dad's Army

Best Pub: The Rose & Crown with their Whole Hog parody

Bob Browning award for wackiest entry: The Whole Hog, Alternative Kings & Queens

Paul Dove Cup for most outstanding Entry in Spirit of Carnival: Sarah Osbourne & Friends, Flower Power

Best Athelstan themed Entry: Jackdaws Running Club, Athelstans Circus.

The judges were Roz Savage MP, Syd from Stencil Shed and Miss Stencil Shed.

All pictures by Richard Harris.