They always over exaggerate, like they say on a protest there is millions of people, when there is thousands.
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There are lots of reasons for why numbers attending Carnival have decreased - the strength of the pound; 9/11; the trouble in Iraq; the list is endless. That said, what we should not lose sight of is the fact that the Notting Hill Carnival attracted 850,000 people last year and remains a significant event in Europe’s programme of events. LNHC works with all our partners to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all participants and spectators. This is key objective is successfully achieved year on year.
2006 Police crowd estimate Notting Hill Carnival
Sunday: 330,000
Monday: 500,000
The two million I think is overall people coming from outside London, which is pretty average in summer.