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 2024.

To take part please fill out the relevant online entry form below

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.

Get Involved Leaflet

Classes

  1. Motorised Vehicles – Floats
  2. Non- Motorised Vehicles – Bicycles, Wheelchairs, Skateboards etc
  3. Walking Groups (Adult)
  4. Walking Groups (Juniors)
  5. Performance Groups – Majorettes, Cheerleaders, Dance Groups etc (Must have performance aspect)*
  6. Visiting entry – Float or Walking
  7. Visiting Royalty
  8. Business Entry**
  9. Barnstaple Carnival Royalty

 

Prizes

Classes 1 – 6 1st Prize £100, 2nd Prize £50, 3rd Prize £25

Classes 1- 4 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

**Fee £50 Max 2 Vehicles Per Entry. Additional Vehicles £25 each

Entry Deadlines –  Classes 1,5,6,7,8  Saturday 14th September.  Class 9: Sunday 25th August. All other classes Wednesday 18th September.

 

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 *

    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 will you require? *

    Cash Prize cheques to be made payable to:

    Payee Name:*

    Address(If different):

    Money collected on the day to be donated to:

    Charity Name & Number:*

    Address: *

    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 can make payment by BACS (Bank Transfer):

      Name: Barnstaple Carnival

      Sort Code: 30-99-50

      Account Number: 47540862

      Reference: Use your organisation/charity/business name as the reference.

      Type of pitch (Table/Gazebo/Marquee/Other) *

      If Other please specify

      Total length and depth of vehicle/pitch *

      Height of vehicle/pitch *

      Type of Stall *

      Large Pitch or Food Stall 5m x 5m £100General Stall 3m x 3m £50Charity 3m x 3m £25

      Name of Organisation/Charity/Club/Business *

      Type of goods sold *

      Main Contact Name *

      Position

      Email address *

      Address *

      Telephone *

      Mobile *

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

      YesNo

      ROYALTY ENTRY FORM


      This year’s Carnival aims to celebrate everyone in our community … the amazing, diverse, vibrant personalities, whatever their age, that go to make up the unique mix that is Barnstaple!

      Moving forward, there will be 6 members of Carnival Royalty consisting of 2 people from each age group (listed below) … chosen to ride in the official Carnival Carriage at the head of the procession and to represent the town at other events throughout the year. In line with the Equality Act 2010, everyone over the age of four is welcome to apply, regardless of disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, race, or ethnicity.

      We invite entries from anyone aged …
      4-10 years,
      10-18 years
      Over 18s

      To enter the competition
      If you would like to represent the very best of Barnstaple and win a cash prize too!, 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 25th August 2024

      Download Form

        Name *

        Age *

        Date of Birth *

        Address *

        Post Code *

        Contact Email *

        Telephone *

        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 25th August 2024

        2. Participants must reside within the postal districts of Barnstaple

        3. Two people from each age group will be selected. Everyone over the age of four is welcome to apply. In line with the Equality Act 2010, they will be judged regardless of gender identity, disability, religion, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation or marital status.

        4. 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 letter 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. The contest will take place the week of the of August on a date and at a location that will be confirmed in writing to all contestants.

        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, 30th August at 6pm
        (Attendance at this event is a prerequisite of entry)