THE historic Corfe Mullen Carnival will be back in all its glory this weekend. 

The popular event, which sees a procession make its way through the village from 1pm, has been a popular event for families since 1966. 

More than 6,000 people attend the event every year while raising thousands of pounds for charities. 

This year it will support Friends of Lockyer’s school, Corfe Mullen and Wimborne First responder, Wessex Heartbeat, The Louis Ross Foundation and Diverse Abilities 

Attractions back on Saturday, June 8 will include a mobile farm, a with Hope Farm’s Alpacas, train rides, circus skills, crazy golf and more. 

Carnival chairman David Mills said: “During the past six months the committee has worked tirelessly to organise a variety of events and activities that I am sure will provide something of interest for everybody to enjoy.  

“The carnival committee are acutely aware of the impact caused by the continuing and difficult economic environment, and I am pleased to confirm that, due to the support of our various sponsors, there will be no entry charge at the recreation ground again this year.  

“In addition, some of the activities will be subsidised by the carnival to reduce cost and to make the event as affordable as possible.”