Have you ever ridden on a carnival float, won a prize at a sideshow or marched in a parade?

East Anglian Daily Times: Some of the costumes at Maldon Carnival in August 1987Some of the costumes at Maldon Carnival in August 1987 (Image: Archant)

Today we are looking back at colourful carnivals around the area over the years.

East Anglian Daily Times: Bury St Edmunds Carnival in June 1996Bury St Edmunds Carnival in June 1996 (Image: Archant)

Our photos recall popular community events from the 1970s through to the early 2000s.

East Anglian Daily Times: Were you on this float at Ipswich Carnival in August 1981?Were you on this float at Ipswich Carnival in August 1981? (Image: Archant)

Sadly, many carnivals have had to be cancelled over the last year, along with so many other events, due to coronavirus.

East Anglian Daily Times: Young firefighters on a float at Aldeburgh Carnival in August 1975Young firefighters on a float at Aldeburgh Carnival in August 1975 (Image: Archant)

But hopes are high that people will soon be able to get back on the floats again to take part in more celebrations and processions around the area.

East Anglian Daily Times: Kelvedon Carnival in August 1975Kelvedon Carnival in August 1975 (Image: Archant)

Do you recognise any familiar faces in these photos from carnivals including those in Aldeburgh, Felixstowe, Ipswich, Bury St Edmunds and other towns?

East Anglian Daily Times: Part of the parade at Lakenheath Carnival in June 1985Part of the parade at Lakenheath Carnival in June 1985 (Image: Archant)

If these photos bring back memories, email judy.rimmer@archant.co.uk

To order copies of photos, visit our website or call Diane Townsend on 01603 772449.

East Anglian Daily Times: Halesworth Scout Group at the town's carnival in June 1972Halesworth Scout Group at the town's carnival in June 1972 (Image: Archant)