In the afternoon before the procession, carnival queens from all over the county will take part in a contest to choose the Queen of Queens. |
But once a year they hold a community dig, when the public can take part and for which the only qualification required is enthusiasm. |
The crews travelled down to Gravesend by water on the Saturday in order to take part. |
They were on their way to watch the 15-year-old take part in rugby training. |
What they are not willing to do, however, is take part in what they view as an illegal and abusive occupation. |
Everyone from seasoned runners to the occasional jogger is welcome to take part. |