About 20 teams and individuals are expected to fly downhill in Aldington this Bank Holiday Monday.

They will all take part in the Aldington Soapbox Derby and race half a mile down Forge Hill and New Road Hill in home-made carts.

In previous years, thousands of people have turned out to watch the novelty race, which sees entrants judged on speed and originality.

The designs of the carts vary, with some opting for traditional go karts, and some choosing to build a whacky crowd pleaser.

The day, which kicks off at 11.45am, will also include live music, food and a family fair on The Green at Aldington.

Any money raised will benefit the Pilgrims Hospices, Aldington Village Hall and Ashford Lions Club charities.

The village’s first ever Soapbox Derby was held in 1995 as part of the 50th VE Day celebrations.

It was organised by the Millennium Committee, consisting of several residents from the village, and saw 30 individuals compete in homemade carts.

The committee then organised a second Derby in 2000, which saw about 25 teams take part.

The Soapbox Derby was then revived in 2007, under new organisers.

It was not held last year because of a lack of volunteers to help run it.

However, earlier in 2015, previous members of the organising committee joined forces with the Ashford Lions Club to revive the event.

Spectators can arrive from late morning next Monday, with the Sopabox Derby starting at 2pm.

Performances from skateboarders, Thanet Dogtown, will also take place throughout the afternoon.

Go to aldingtonsoapbox.co.uk for more information.