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Can you help Frome Carnival?

September 2, 2015
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The Carnival Duck Race needs a canoe - can you help?
The Carnival Duck Race needs a canoe – can you help?

Can you help Frome Carnival?
Do you have a canoe or small boat to help with the duck race on Sunday? Call June Barnes on 01373 461625

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