The Procession
5.00pm - 5.45pm
Classes 1-10 of the Procession will assemble for at Northgate Green.
Classes 11-18 will assemble at Northgate and North Road.
6.00pm - 7.00pm
Judging takes place.
7.00pm - 8.30pm
Grand Carnival Procession sets off around the village.
Party in the Square:
With entertainment from 4.30pm, once the Procession completes its final tour of the village it's time to party the rest of the night away in the Square with Fairground Rides, along with food stalls, Hartland Town Band, Samba Bands Music from Over & Above plus other performers.
On Saturday please park in the Free Car Parks available at either end of the Village. Detailed information on these events can be found displayed on posters around the village or can be seen on the map below. Stewards will be on hand on the night to direct visitors to the best car parking spots.
On the day
Participants, please go to the area as shown on above map, there will be plenty of stewards around to help on the day.
Central and Reduced Mobility Parking can be found at the Playing Fields which are located West end of North Road, Main Parking can be found the approach to the village from each main route in and will be well sign posted. Please do not park on the side of the road as large display vehicles will need to get out after the procession. Car parks will be open all evening but the procession road closures will restrict access on the northerly approach so if coming by car please allow plenty of time to get here before the procession that sets of at 7pm.
Top Tip #1: Do not rush off as soon as the procession has finished, as there are sometimes delays with display vehicles leaving the village. Please join in with the festivities in The Square (Pink area on the map) or have a drink at one of our pubs. All the local businesses and catering & trade stalls found in the square have supported the Carnival, do please support them if you can! The great carnival atmosphere goes on well into the night, so why not stay locally at one of our B&Bs or campsites!
Top Tip #2: Fore Street gets very busy with spectators sometimes 3-4 deep, why not try North Road. You might get a better view here, there are pavements on both sides towards the east!
Road closures and Parking Restrictions
Road closures
10 August 5.30pm – 9.00pm
Northgate Green, North Road and the top of School Lane (North Section) closed during the duration of the judging
10 August 7.00pm – 9.00pm
North Street and bottom School Lane (South Section) closed during the carnival procession
10 August 7.00pm - 12:00am
Fore Street closed for carnival procession and evening events.
Temporary Prohibition of Parking
10 August 10.00am - 11th August 9.00am
The Square and Square Car Park closed for Carnival events
10 August 4:30pm - 12.00am
Fore Street parking suspended
10 August 4:30pm - 9pm
North Street, North Road & School Lane
Polite Request
From Saturday morning of Carnival Day please park in the additional car parks. Please do not park on the roadside of the main routes into and around the village as large vehicles are expected for the carnival procession and entertainment. (The carnival committee will not take any responsibility for any damage caused to vehicles that are inappropriately parked)
Safety
We want everyone attending to have a great time, but more importantly we want you to go home to you loved ones intact, please take time to read our safety code and risk assessment, we take safety very seriously, it’s not in place to spoil the fun, on the contrary, it’s there to ensure everyone has a good time!
Grand Carnival Procession 2024
Saturday 10 August
Please bring your completed entry form with you on the night. Forms can be downloaded from this site and are also available from Pop In & Post Office, Classes 10-18 – please remember to bring your insurance details with you, otherwise, you will not be able to enter. All paperwork needs to stay with the participants.
Classes 1-10 head to Northgate Green or the Parish Hall if Raining.
Classes 11-16 See stewards outside Royal British Legion/Pavilion for directions and class display card, all entries to park from School lane along North Road and around Northgate Green as directed.
Procession Assembles at 5:00-5.45pm
Judging Begins at 6:00pm
Procession Start at 7:00pm
Entry Instructions
To enter please ensure you fill out all the relevant sections on the Entry Form or your entry may not be valid, classes 11-18 inclusive will need to fill out the Insurance Details Section.
On arrival, you will need to find steward located outside Royal British Legion/Pavilion who will give instructions and direct you to the correct designated area for your class.
Just for fun!
Those of you that want to enter “just for fun” and not be judged, there is also this option on the entry form which we would like you to fill out to ensure compliance with regulations and simply to let us know you’re coming! Please report to a steward on the day if you are happy to carry a collection bucket, many thanks.
the classes
Class 1: Under 5 single or pair
Class 2: Under 12 Single or Pair
Class 3: Under 16 Single or Pair
Class 4: Adult and Child Pair
Class 5: Adult Single
Class 6: Adult Pair
Class 7: Group – Children Only
Class 8: Group – Adults & Children
Class 9: Group – Adults only
1st prize £10.00, 2nd prize £6.00 and 3rd prize £4
Award - Certificate
Class 10: Group – Marching
Prize £30.00
Award - Cunliffe Shield
Class 11: Artistic Tableau
1st prize £50.00, 2nd prize £30.00 and 3rd prize £20.00
Award - Milky Way Cup
Class 12: Children’s Tableau
Class 13: Topical Tableau
Class 14: Comic Tableau
1st prize £50.00, 2nd prize £30.00 and 3rd prize £20.00
Award - Carnival Shield
Class 15: Animal or Horse Drawn Vehicle
1st prize £20.00, 2nd prize £10.00 and 3rd prize £5.00
Award - Penbode Shield
Class 16: Minifloat (Tableau Under 16ft)
1st prize £50.00, 2nd prize £30.00 and 3rd prize £20.00
Award - Redwood Cup
Class 17: Entertainment Tableau
1st prize £50.00, 2nd prize £30.00 and 3rd prize £20.00
Award - Chapple Shield
Class 18: Queen of Queens - Judged by Visiting Royalty
1st prize £20.00, 2nd prize £10.00 and 3rd prize £5.00
Award - Kings Arms Cup
Major Trophies
The Anchor Hartland Carnival Cup, Blue Riband Certificate & £20
Will be presented to the best overall walking entry in Classes 1 – 9
The Comtec 2000 Cup & £10
will be presented to the best Children’s walking entry in Classes 1,2,3 & 7
The Hart Inn Stag Trophy & £10
Will be presented to the most Entertaining Walker in Classes 1-9
The The Alan Hoggins Hartland Carnival Blue Riband Cup, Certificate & £50
will be presented to the most outstanding entry in Classes 11 – 17
The Hartland Amtech Carnival Shield & £25
will be presented to the Best Local Tableau (Hartland Parish) Classes 11-17
The Jamie Johns Memorial Trophy & £20
will be presented to the most Entertaining Float in Classes 11-17
Competitions during the week
Fun Figures
This year’s theme is “Your Favourite Book Character” and entrants are required to create a figure and position on or next to your property. This must be clearly visible to our judges. Entry forms can be downloaded here and are also available from the Pop-in or Post Office. The closing date for entries is TBC pm Saturday TBC August. Judging will take place at any time between Sunday TBC August to TBC August. This competition is open to those living in the Parish of Hartland.
1st prize £20.00, 2nd prize £10.00 and 3rd prize £5.00
Award - Cook Trophy
Best Decorated Business Premises
Entry forms are available from the Pop-in or Post Office. Judging will take place from 7 pm on Saturday TBC August.
1st prize £20.00, 2nd prize £10.00 and 3rd prize £5.00
Award - Handmade trophy
All winners and runners-up will be announced at the Fun Night on Wednesday, 10th August in the Playing Field.
