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Burwell Carnival 2017

Despite some early inclement weather, a bumper crowd enjoyed all the fun that Burwell Carnival 2017 had to offer. As the carnival procession made its’ way through the village, thousands of people gathered along the route to witness the colourful, dynamic float parade pass by. Then, once at the Carnival field old and young alike soaked up the atmosphere as the stage entertainment, field displays and funfair went into full swing.

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We are looking forward to an action packed Carnival for 2018 with plenty of activities and surprises planned. This year’s date is Saturday 16 June and the parade theme is Myth & Magic.

Burwell Carnival delivers a day for people of all ages to enjoy, remember and most of all raise thousands of pounds for many local charity & community organisations. If you want to take part, volunteer, book a stall please contact us.

Apply for a stall at the carnival

The Burwell Carnival Parade

Who to look out for and their Myth & Magic theme

  • 2nd Burwell Rainbows: Fairies
  • Burwell Early Learners: Leprechauns
  • Burwell Guides: Narnia - The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe
  • Burwell Print Centre: Robin Hood
  • 1st Burwell Rainbows: Mermaids
  • 1st Burwell Brownies: Loch Ness Monster
  • 2nd Burwell Brownies: Unicorns
  • Burwell Scout Group: St George & the Dragon
  • Burwell Tigers: He-man & Skelator
  • Burwell Swallows under 10s: King Arthur
  • Burwell Judo: Legends of King Arthur
  • Burwell Folk Club: A Magic Show with Music

Marching Groups & others

  • The Army Cadet Corps of Drums - leading out the parade
  • Burwell Carnival King, Queen and their attendants
  • Burwell Trefoil - Greek Mythology
  • Newmarket Hotshots
  • Soham Majorettes
  • Burwell Day Centre Bus
  • Burwell Army Cadets
  • Burwell Jazzercise
  • Burwell Karate
  • Fruity Clave band
  • Burwell Fire Appliance

Please remember to start saving your loose change for our bucket collection during the parade and also to the bucketeers as you enter the Recreation Ground. Collecting buckets will also be placed for further donations at the bar & raffle stall. Please give generously as this is an essential part of Carnival fundraising – thank you!

At 12:30pm Carnival parade starts arriving at the Recreation Ground and paraders assemble in front of the stage. Army Cadet Corps of Drums display (in front of stage)

The Fair this year sees the return of the ever popular ‘HI Energy Miami’, together with a slightly larger set of Dodgems! Other attractions are the Giant Triple Decker Fun House, Helter Skelter, Mirror Maze, Cottage Fun House and the Mini Wheel along with several other juvenile rides and fun inflatable attractions scattered around the site. Max Jamieson, and his fellow skateboarders, will be giving displays on the skate park throughout the afternoon.

Food wise, we have the addition of a noodle bar attending for the first time plus our regular attendees of: fish & chips, burgers, pizzas & pork rolls on offer throughout the event. For those with a sweet tooth, doughnuts & ice cream will be on sale come rain or shine!

To quench your thirst, we have a couple of options, with the wonderful Burwell ‘WI’ Belles supplying hot drinks and refreshments, for lunch & tea; together with our licensed bar (12noon-10.45pm) selling real ale, lagers and Pimms by the jugs/glasses, along with other spirits, soft drinks and snacks.

There’s no need to go anywhere as we have everything you need for a ‘free to enter’, full and fun family day out. Finally folks, do tell your friends to come along or bring them with you. Do bring chairs and rugs but please no glassware, own alcohol (otherwise we could lose our license) or bad behaviour – thank you!

Enjoy a full day & evening at Burwell Carnival!

Timetable

16 June 2018

11.30am
Preliminary Judging of Carnival Floats
Margaret Field
12.00pm
Parade leaves Margaret Field making its way to the Recreation Ground
Margaret Field to the Recreation Ground
12.00pm
The Carnival field opens to the public - main entrance via Hythe Lane. There will be no parking available on the Carnival field except for blue badge holders. Residents only parking will be in place in adjacent roads.
Recreation Ground
All dogs must be kept on a lead.
No alcohol or glass is to be brought into the event from outside.
Thank you for your co-operation!
12.30pm
Carnival parade arrives at the Recreation Ground
Recreation Ground
1.00pm
Float Prize Presentations
Stage
1.25pm
JezO - our magician for the afternoon
Stage / Arena
1.55pm
Newmarket Hotshots majorettes display
Arena
2.15pm
Newmarket Gymnastics display
Arena
2.35pm
Burwell Community Choir
Stage
3.10pm
JezO - more from our magician
Stage / Arena
3.40pm
Quidditch demonstration - get ready for broomsticks and blunders
Arena and continues with ‘have a go’ on the field behind the stage
4.00pm
Karate Display
Arena
4.20pm
Performance without limits - street dance display
Arena
4.40pm
Tai Chi display
Arena
5.20pm
KD Academy - talented young performers with songs from stage and screen
Stage
6.00pm
Raffle - top 3 winners announced along with game prizes
Stage
6.15 - 7.00pm
Jude Keen - Jazz and Swing vocalist!
Stage
7.00 - 7.30pm
Music Unlimited - drawing upon local talent
Stage
7.30 - 8.25pm
Vintage Jag - 50s and 60s Rock & Roll and classic R&B
Stage
8.45 - 11.00pm
Now Wash Your Hands - back once again, bringing us Funk & Soul, and good old Rock & Roll covers!
Stage
11.00pm
Close

All performance times and acts are correct at the time of publishing, however this is subject to change without notice.

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All performance times and acts are correct at the time of going to press, however this is subject to change without notice • We ask all those who attend the evening entertainment to leave the field quietly and with consideration for those who live nearby • Should anyone need to report any lost items, please go to the Carnival Stewards at the Raffle Tent/Control • For other matters, please approach one of the Carnival stewards (red shirt) • Should any accidents or injuries occur, please attend the St John’s Ambulance tent and report it to a Carnival steward.