By Robert Heaven
As we enter July - Cirencester and also Tetbury, would at one time have been hives of activity as preparations were made for the annual Carnival.
In the lead up, numerous activities took place including silly games, sports, and the choosing of a Carnival Queen or in later years, a Princess.
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