Somerset Carnival 2026 Dates Announced for Spectacular Illuminated Processions Saturday, April 25, 2026 somerset carnival illuminate processions eastdevon bridgwater wessex southsomerset dates tradition The much-anticipated dates for the 2026 illuminated carnival processions across the South West have now been confirmed, promising a dazzling display of creativity and tradition throughout the region this autumn. From East … Read More
Lifeline for South Somerset Carnival Clubs as New Sheds Get Approval Tuesday, January 27, 2026 southsomerset carnival sheds planning community ilminster culture construction storage countryside The future of South Somerset’s cherished carnival circuit is gaining renewed hope following the approval of plans for a new facility dedicated to the construction and storage of carnival carts. Spanning towns such as Chard, … Read More
Lifeline for South Somerset Carnival Clubs as New Construction Sheds Get Approval Tuesday, January 27, 2026 southsomerset carnival storage construction planning community culture council heritage somerset The future of South Somerset’s carnival scene is set to improve with the approval of plans for a new facility dedicated to constructing and storing carnival carts. This development offers a much-needed solution to the … Read More
Police Reassure Wincanton Residents Following Serious Incident Sunday, November 30, 2025 wincanton police investigation attemptedmurder incident southsomerset publicsafety arrest highstreet community Residents of Wincanton in South Somerset were alarmed on Sunday morning when police cordoned off the town’s High Street amid an ongoing investigation into an alleged attempted murder. The incident resulted in a man sustaining … Read More
Chard Carnival 2025: Essential Guide to Timings, Road Closures, and Parking Friday, October 10, 2025 chard carnival southsomerset parade illuminatedfloats community charity events roadclosures family The South Somerset carnival season is in full swing, and the much-anticipated Chard Carnival is just around the corner. This traditional event, part of the South Somerset Federation alongside Wellington, Ilminster, and … Read More
Wellington Carnival 2025: Road Closures, Timings, and Everything You Need to Know for South Somerset’s Festival Kickoff Friday, September 26, 2025 wellington carnival southsomerset roadclosures procession autumn illuminated celebration community events The vibrant South Somerset carnival season kicks off this Saturday night with the much-anticipated procession in Wellington, traditionally the opening event of the carnival circuit. Following Wellington, the procession will … Read More