THE search is on for Miss Taunton 2018.

Taunton Carnival Committee is looking for entrants aged between 16 and 30 who live, work or are in full time education in Taunton Deane.

The competition is not judged solely on appearance, so a good personality and an ability to converse with people in a variety of different situations would be an advantage - as would an interest in promoting Taunton and Taunton Carnival.

The chosen contestant will lead the county town's carnival procession, represent Taunton at other carnivals on the circuit and take part in events organised by the committee.

Prizes include £200 in cash, hair styled by Toni & Guy, a manicure by nail technician Donna Jewell and a dress especially for carnival night made and donated by And Sew To Knit.

For further details and an entry form, click here or e-mail info@tauntoncarnival.co.uk or mail@marilynhouse.co.uk or phone 01823-289395.

The closing date for entries is Monday, January 8 and the final will be held at the Cooper Associates County Ground on Friday, January 19.