A PRAM race with a 40-year tradition may now be saved from the chop following last-minute discussions.
Although a number of changes have been proposed to reduce public disorder, the event is far likelier to be approved after extensive debate between councillors and community leaders.
The Kimberley Pram Race, an annual tradition established in 1973, had faced the axe after concerns were raised by Nottingham Police that it had turned into a "street drinking" event.
But a series of meetings between members of Kimberley Town Council, Anna Soubry MP, the police and Notts County Council led to a compromise on Thursday.
Prams would now meet at a start line either in Swingate or at the Stag Recreation Ground, in Nottingham Road.
The race would continue towards the finish line at Hall Om Wong park, off Eastwood Road.
The park would then be used to accommodate a number of stalls, which would include a beer tent.
A pub-to-pub crawl along the race route would, however, be prohibited.
Town council vice-chairman David Nunn said he hoped the plan would preserve the tradition without encouraging loutishness.
He said: "It seems to be the best of both worlds. To me, it guarantees a fun day."
Broxtowe MP Ms Soubry said that she had been contacted by the town council and was happy by the agreements made.
She added: "The difference of it being based around pubs and outdoor drinking to bringing the race part back is essential.
"I think there's been an outbreak of agreement and common sense."
Sergeant Andy Browning said police would meet with the town council soon to discuss the future of the event.
He said: "We are aware of a new proposal for the re-launch of a more family-orientated pram race to be staged in Kimberley in September.
"We will be meeting with representatives from the town council to discuss the route and potential road closures, and the level at which we can provide a presence and assistance on the day."
The police in April said that they would not be willing to provide any future assistance.
Steve Brunt, 49, a joiner, of Wetherby Close, has praised the efforts made so far.
He said: "Something needs to go ahead and if that means the pram race is a little different, then so be it.
"I am glad that the town council have reversed their decision to close the pram race."
The proposals for the event will be finalised at a public council meeting on May 30 and they will then be presented to the police and highways authority.
If approval is given, the event will take place in early September.
