The streets of west London have been filled with colour and sound for the first day of the annual Notting Hill Carnival. Musicians and dancers in bright costumes took to the tarmac for the children's parade, as the largest street party in Europe got under way.

Mas bands are known for their extravagant outfits but beyond that - there's so much effort that goes in, all year round. The Mirror spoke to key figures at the long standing Hot Wax Mas Band.

Revellers to flock to Notting Hill Carnival for final day of partying - The children’s day parade took place on Sunday and will be followed by the main event on Monday.