A POPULAR event is returning to a village in Warrington this weekend.
Croft Carnival is taking place on Saturday.
This year’s event, which will have an Olympics theme, will consist of a parade followed by a carnival with plenty of stalls, activities, rides, and much more.
To ensure Croft Carnival can proceed safely, Warrington Borough Council has announced the roads which will be closed on the day.
Between 11am and 12.15pm:
Kenyon Lane Heath Road to Wilton Lane
Between 11.55am and 2pm:
Heath Lane Kenyon Lane to Lord Street
Sandy Lane Heath Lane to Mustard Lane
Mustard Lane Sandy Lane to Lord Street
Lord Street Mustard Lane to Smithy Brow
Smithy Lane Lord Street to New Lane
New Lane Smithy Lane to Spring Lane
Eaves Brow Road New Lane to Pasture Drive
Pasture Drive Eaves Brow Road to Gerrard Road
Gerrard Road Pasture Drive to Arkenshaw Road
Arkenshaw Road Gerrard Road to Oak Street
Oak Street Oak Street to Smithy Lane
A spokesperson for WBC said: “Bicycles and Tricycles are included in the term vehicle and must not be ridden through any part of the above named streets during the hours specified.
“Any person wilfully acting in contravention of the above Order will be liable to a penalty not exceeding £400.
“Vehicular access to premises will only be permitted under the guidance of the organisers.
“Pedestrian and emergency routes will be maintained.”
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