A carnival, organised by the Bath School of Samba, is coming to Sydney Gardens this weekend. There will be a activities, a parade and a party in the park.

During the afternoon, organisers will facilitate workshops in Sydney Gardens for families to prepare for the carnival. The parade itself will be between 6:30 and 8pm, starting and finishing in Great Pulteney Street. The route will include a circuit of Grand Parade and High Street, and also of Milsom Street and Broad Street. In the evening, there will be live music and dance in the gardens until 9:30pm. Through the day there will be food and drink outlets in the gardens.

The organisation of the event has not been without controversy, with many residents concerned about the late notice and potential for disturbance. BathNES Council and the event organisers have had detailed discussions in recent weeks to agree protective measures – including for bats nesting in the Minerva Temple.

BathNES Council’s emergency number is 01225 477 477.