Details
Presteigne Carnival is a lively annual family & friends event held in the town on the second Saturday in July. It brings together both townsfolk and visitors from neighbouring communities and tourists to enjoy a traditional Carnival with modern twists.
The Carnival begins with the carnival parade of floats, fancy dressed walkers & decorated bicycles from John Beddoes School, along the High Street to the beautiful Went’s Meadow, at the top end of the town, where the afternoon & evening festivities begin.
The afternoon is packed with entertainment and activities including a Tug of War Competition & Sheep Shearing display. In the Community Barn; flowers, cookery and children's classes competitions are displayed. On the Carnival Field; Country Fair style stalls and games, inflatables, soft play area, go karts and family races for the younger visitors. There is a choice of delicious foods selling a variety of dishes, many locally sourced and the Carnival Café serving tea & cakes. There is also a Fun Dog Show and a Dog Scurry for our four legged friends.
The Carnival festivities goes on into the evening, with the Community Barn turning into the venue for the evening bands, with live music until 11:00pm. A fun day for all.
Pay & Display Car Parks: Hereford Street LD8 2AT - long stay - motorcars only; High Street LD8 2DP - long stay - motorcars only; Free Car Park Joe Deakins Road LD8 2UG.
Event details
Dates | Times |
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Sat 9 Jul 2022 | 12:45 to 23:00 |
Prices
Free entry
Also at this Venue
Also see
- Mid Wales Food Festivals
Events at this Venue
date | event |
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Sat 4 Jun | Presteigne Local Food Market |
Sat 2 Jul | Presteigne Local Food Market |
Sat 9 Jul | Presteigne Carnival |
Sat 6 Aug | Presteigne Local Food Market |
Thu 25 - Tue 30 Aug | Presteigne Festival |
Sat 3 Sep | Presteigne Local Food Market |
Address
Powys,
LD8 2AD
Location and nearby places
Directions
Map reference: SO 314644 Lat: 52.27362 Long: -3.00625
Turn off the A44 Leominster road at Walton onto the B4362; then B4355.
Accessible by Public Transport: 7 miles from Knighton station
Facilities
Cash Point
Disabled toilets
Gift shop
On-site catering
Picnic site
Postbox
Public toilets
Children welcome
Pay & Display Car Parks: Hereford Street LD8 2AT - long stay - motorcars only; High Street LD8 2DP - long stay - motorcars only; Free Car Park Joe Deakins Road LD8 2UG.