THE rescheduled Taunton Pride event is taking place on Saturday (September 16).

The fun starts with a march through the town centre, setting off from Goodland Gardens at 11.30am, progressing up North Street, past the Market House and on to Vivary Park for the main event, which includes music, workshops and exhibitions and lasts until 8pm.

Attractions at this year event include the Community Village; ToneFM Arena Stage; Traders Village; funfair; Dorothy’s Silent Disco; commitment ceremonies; wellbeing zone; bars; and street vendors.

Taunton Pride was originally due to take place in July but was postponed due to the weather.

Somerset Council and its collections contractor SUEZ Recycling and Recovery are proud to be supporting this weekend’s event.

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Between them they will be helping to keep the event site clean and tidy by providing a recycling and rubbish service during Saturday’s extravaganza in Vivary Park.

The ‘in kind’ sponsorship was a suggestion from SUEZ staff, and Somerset Council is happy to get involved with the event which is expected to attract thousands.

Matt Canning, contract director from SUEZ recycling and recovery UK, said: “We are proud to be supporting the event again this year by clearing the rubbish and recycling.

“Our brightly coloured ‘one community, one love’ lorry, that was specially designed last year, will be out and about again making collections.

"We’re so pleased to be able to help the rescheduled event and continue to strengthen our commitment to the community."

Somerset Council’s executive member for environment and climate change, Dixie Darch, said: “It’s our priority to make sure Somerset remains a welcoming and caring community and we were happy to be asked to support the event.”

Rob Ewers on behalf of Taunton Pride CIC said: “SUEZ and Somerset Council have consistently supported Taunton Pride, including providing access to the park and our rescheduling to September.

"We are grateful to have them as part of our on-site team and know they are allies and safe, reliable partners."

To book your tickets and for more information visit tauntonpride.co.uk/