Come rain or shine, Barnstaple Fair Carnival is going to bring family fun, entertainment and community spirit to Barnstaple and want to be bigger and better every single year.  But we cannot do it without you!  So come and be part of it, and make Barnstaple Fair Carnival your Carnival in 2025.

Entry forms are now available for the 2025 event.

If you are unsure of which category to enter please email us:  info@barnstaplecarnival.org.uk.

For more information on participating in this year’s event, download the Barnstaple Carnival “Get Involved” leaflet by clicking the button below.

Classes

  1. Best Float
  2. Best Adult Group
  3. Best Junior Group
  4. Best Mixed Group
  5. Best Performance Entry – Majorettes, Cheerleaders, Dance Groups etc (Must have performance aspect)*
  6. Best Visiting Entry
  7. Visiting Royalty
  8. Business Entry**
  9. Barnstaple Carnival Royalty

 

Prizes

Classes 1 – 6 1st Prize £100

Classes 1- 5 1st Prize receives perpetual trophy and replica to keep.

Classes 1-6 will be eligible for the Jo Thompson Memorial SUPREME CHAMPION TROPHY

All entrants will receive a participation certificate.

*All performance groups will have the opportunity to perform at the Millennium Mosaic, on carnival day in the lead up to the procession

**Business Entry Fee £100 Max 2 Vehicles Per Entry. Additional Vehicles £50 each

Entry Deadline –  Friday 12th September 2025.

 

Online Entry Forms

MAIN PROCESSION


    Main Procession Entry Form

    Initial Information

    I/we would like to enter class number: *

    Total length of float/vehicle(Class 1 only):*

    Height of float/vehicle(Class 1 only):*

    Name of Organisation/Charity/Club/Business *

    Address *

    Title of Entry *

    Primary Contact

    Main Contact Name *

    Main Contact Position *

    Mobile Number*

    Email Address *

    Address *

    Secondary Contact

    Secondary Contact Name

    Secondary Contact Position

    Mobile

    Email address

    Additional Information

    Will music be provided *

    Will you be providing collectors, and if so how many buckets/QR Code sheets will you require? *

    Cash Prize cheques to be made payable to:

    Payee Name:*

    Address(If different):

    I/we confirm that the Carnival Safety Code is understood and I/we will abide by the requirements:

    STALLS ENTRY FORM


      Stalls at the Carnival Entry Form

      There is an entry fee for Stalls on the Strand and Square.

      You will be emailed an invoice after submitting your details below

      Type of pitch (Food and/or alcohol / Gazebo (3m x 3m) / Charity) *

      If Other please specify

      Total length and depth of vehicle/pitch *

      Height of vehicle/pitch *

      Type of Stall *

      Large Pitch or Food/Alcohol Stall up to 5m x 5m £250General Stall 3m x 3m £100Charity 3m x 3m £25

      Name of Organisation/Charity/Club/Business *

      Type of goods sold *

      Main Contact Name *

      Position

      Email address *

      Address *

      Telephone *

      Mobile *

      Vehicle Registration *

      Will you be bringing a generator: Yes/No (If yes, please include space required by the generator in your measurements above) *

      YesNo

      ROYALTY ENTRY FORM

      We invite entries from anyone aged …
      10-18 years

      To enter the competition
      If you would like to represent the very best of Barnstaple, please fill out the form online, or print and return to:

      Barnstaple Carnival Royalty Contest
      The North Devon Museum
      The Square
      BARNSTAPLE. EX32 8LN

      Closing date: Sunday 24th August 2025


        Name *

        Age *

        Date of Birth *

        Address *

        Post Code *

        Contact Email *

        Telephone Number*

        About you

        Tell us about your hobbies, any charitable or voluntary work and your hopes and aspirations! You will be asked questions about yourself during the contest. Nothing to worry about, just tell us the best things about YOU!

        Hobbies & Interests *

        Charitable and/or voluntary work *

        Hopes & Aspirations *

        Carnival Royalty Application Rules

        1. The closing date for all applications is Sunday 24th August 2025

        2. Participants must reside within the postal districts of Barnstaple

        3. Contestants will be selected based on their answers regarding their pastimes, passions, ambitions, and, where relevant, their involvement in charity and volunteer activities.

          I/We agree to allow my/our child, to take part in the Barnstaple Carnival Royalty Contest and understand the judge’s decision is final.

          I/We further agree to accompany them and let them attend Barnstaple Carnival functions including travelling to represent Barnstaple Carnival at other events throughout the year.

          I/We also agree to let their photograph, name and age be published to promote Barnstaple Carnival either through the official website or any other websites considered appropriate by the Barnstaple Carnival Management Team.

          Once your application has been processed, you will receive an acknowledgement email to confirm your place in the contest. Contestants will be asked about their hobbies, interests, and goals. If applicable to their age, they will also be asked about any charitable and voluntary work they have done.

        I/we confirm that I/we have read and agree to abide by the Carnival Royalty Application Rules:

        Signed (Parent/Guardian) *

        Date *

        The contest will be held at The Barnstaple Hotel, Braunton Road, Barnstaple Friday, 31st August 2025 at 6pm
        (Attendance at this event is a prerequisite of entry)