Temporary route announced for Battle of Flowers

BBC A flower display at the Battle of the Flowers event in 2024. The display says on the side 'Hat full of dreams' and there is a red and yellow hat on the left, mushrooms and candy canes made out of flowers.BBC
A new temporary route will go through St Helier town centre

Organisers have announced a new temporary route for Jersey's Battle of Flowers.

The new route through St Helier town centre was subject to permission from the Bailiff's Public Entertainment Panel, they said.

The carnival, due to be held on 8 and 9 August, would start and finish on the Esplanade, said organisers.

A spokesperson for the Battle of Flowers said said: "We are a new team, brimming with enthusiasm for the future of the Battle of Flowers."

Battle of Flowers A grey map with a red outline showing the Battle of Flowers routeBattle of Flowers
The new Battle of Flowers route starts and finishes on the Esplanade

They added: "We are a new team, brimming with enthusiasm for the future of the Battle of Flowers.

"This August is about celebrating our incredible community and the enduring spirit of this unique festival and keeping it alive.

"We're focused firmly on the road ahead - revitalising the event, ensuring its sustainability, and creating even more magical moments for Jersey and our visitors.

"Subject to final Bailiffs permission we invite everyone to join us for these two special one off free parades as we embark on this exciting new journey together."

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