FIT for a queen - that is what judges thought of the winning float in a town carnival held to celebrate the Queen's golden jubilee.

Eldon Lane Primary School, Bishop Auckland, scooped the best dressed float cup at Shildon carnival at the weekend.

Headteacher Dorothy Hope said pupils, staff and parents were thrilled with the prize because lots of effort went into the float.

"We were delighted to take part. Being winners of one of the top prizes was an extra special treat," she said.