Town is gearing up for the return of Otley Carnival

Many have entered this year's window dressing competition.

Chairman of Otley Carnival Nigel Gill said: "A considerable number of businesses have entered this year. Many have incorporated the carnival theme, but like many years there is no specific theme and we encourage businesses to be as creative as they can be. Please take a look at the entries."

Entrants include:

Westgate: Yorkshire Fixing Solutions Ltd, Unit E3, Otley Mills, Ilkley Road, Otley, LS21 3EE (large window category). Kirkgate: Specsavers Opticians & Audiologists (large window category); Costa Coffee (large window category); Tansy Pearl, Kirkgate Arcade (medium window category).

Nelson Street: Otley Library (small window category).

Market Place & Boroughgate: Wharfedale Embroidery (small window category), Underground Bakery (large window category), Grade 1 Barbers (medium window category), I-Vision (large window category).

New Inn Court: Aura Jewellery (small window category), Gifted Angel (medium window category), Peek-a-Boo Babywear (medium window category).

Bondgate: Rose & Crown (emdium window category), Christopher Little Financial Advisors (large window category), Junction Inn (small window category).

Bridge Street: Bridge Street Dental (medium window category), Cohens Chemist (large window category).

Manor Square/Bay Horse Court: Beauty Within, Bay Horse Court (small window category).

Otley Carnival is a summer street parade, followed by a Carnival Field with something to offer for everyone.

Otley Carnival is a celebration of the town and its residents, which is aimed at giving local children a day to remember, while raising funds for local charities. The event is held on the third Saturday of June every year.

This event starts with a parade setting off at 12.30pm from Leeds Road and comprises numerous colourful floats, walking groups, various bands and a variety of vehicles. The Parade wends its way through the town centre and finishes on the Otley Show Field at Bridge End, where entry to the field is free.

Here the fun continues with sideshows, charity and trade stalls, children’s rides, and entertainment

The Carnival Queen is crowned, followed in Main Arena by displays and speciality acts which vary each year.

Chairman of Otley Carnival Nigel Gill added: "We are still looking for volunteers. If you are able to lend a hand we'd love to hear from you. Email info@otleycarnival.co.uk."

For further information about the carnival visit www.otleycarnival.co.uk