PREPARATIONS are under way for Shildon's annual carnival.

This year's event will be on Saturday, June 11, from 11am to 4pm. A street parade featuring schools and community groups will set off at 11am from Sunnydale Leisure Centre and finish at Hackworth Park, which is the main arena.

Events will include Punch and Judy, vintage cars, tabletop sales, a craft marquee, dance and music marquees and other side shows.

For more information, contact (01388) 777948.