IT'S one of the highlights of the Island's events calendar for many families, who look forward to that distinct aroma of sawdust and popcorn...

Jay Miller's Circus is coming to town - and staying for several weeks!

The familiar big top will be erected in its usual spot at Wootton's Racecourse Roundabout.

The show will be open to the public from Friday, July 22, to Tuesday, August 30.

Tickets are available to buy from the Jay Miller's Circus box office.

For the 2022 tour, the circus has a new Ringmaster – Mr Ryan Berry (also known as Razz).

There will be plenty of familiar faces too, especially the big smiley face of Peppi the Clown!