An 18th-century Bristol event is to be revived tomorrow when the Montpelier Bean Feast takes place.

The original annual feast is described in an historical account of the Old England pub as a "famous event at which a mock mayor, sheriff and other civic dignitaries were solemnly elected and much ale was drunk by the delighted spectators".

Its revival was proposed by local resident Sally Jenkins of St Andrews Road, where the event will take place on the street and in Montpelier Park between 2pm and 9pm.

Sally, 27, a freelance project manager, said: "The idea of a community festival with roots in local heritage has really caught people's imaginations. There's a definite buzz on the streets."

The 21st century Montpelier Bean Feast will retain the election of mock dignitaries, with residents being invited to put themselves forward for Montpelier Mayor and Queen Bean.

However, there will be a number of new events, including the launch of a new Montpelier Goodie Bag for local shopping, and a cook-off of bean dishes by local chefs from The One Stop Thali Cafe, Radford Mill Farm Shop and Mela Indian Takeaway.

There will also be a 'Garage Door Art Exhibition' in which artists will transform garages on St Andrews Road. Sally explained: "This is a new initiative to brighten up the many 'tagged' garages in the road, which at present are an eyesore in the neighbourhood.

"Many local artists are involved and we hope to be able to develop this as a project involving young people."

Other attractions will include two live music stages showcasing local musicians, a range of craft stalls and activities for children, plus a bar with a variety of Somerset and Gloucestershire wines, fruit wines, liqueurs and ciders.

With a focus on local harvest, a street vegetable garden will be created on St Andrews Road, and a local produce exchange market will be held at which people can swap their home or allotment grown produce.

The Montpelier Bean Feast is being run voluntarily by a group of local residents in connection with Transition Montpelier. The event is free to attend, but voluntary donations will be collected.