South West Water is supporting this summer’s Dawlish Carnival, helping ensure the town’s much-loved event goes ahead safely and successfully as important infrastructure improvements continue across the area.
Running from 9–15 August, Dawlish Carnival is one of South Devon’s most anticipated summer highlights. Organised entirely by local volunteers, the event brings the town to life with a vibrant mix of family activities, beach games, music, performances, and a spectacular carnival parade.
As vital infrastructure upgrades continue in Dawlish to help protect local rivers and bathing waters, South West Water has worked closely with the Dawlish Carnival Committee and local partners to make sure this year’s celebration can go ahead with minimal disruption.
The company has been supporting the event through regular communication with organisers to support planning and logistics for the event such as opening roads and footpaths to maintain access for pedestrians and emergency vehicles.
South West Water’s ongoing work involves the construction of two large underground stormwater storage tanks, which will help ease pressure on Dawlish’s combined sewer system during heavy rainfall.
These tanks will reduce the frequency of storm overflows, protecting the quality of local rivers and bathing waters.
While this essential work continues , South West Water remains committed to working closely with the community to minimise impact and support local events.
For more details about this year’s Dawlish Carnival, visit dawlishcelebratescarnival.co.uk