Back-to-back weekends of family fun

 
 
 
Woodley is a town that still has an annual carnival and long may it continue. The carnival is run by a group of volunteers first set up 50 years ago to raise money to build a youth centre. Today it still raises money to support local charities and good causes. It is important to note that the Woodley Carnival receives no funding and all monies raised comes from those who attend and support the event.
As the years have gone by changes have been made, many of these changes for the better, but due to legislation, bureaucracy and the ever present 'Health and Safety’ some perhaps are not.

This years 50th celebration will be held over two Saturdays the 5th and 12th June.

On the 5th from noon till 5.30pm there will be a FREE carnival that reflects the style of the 60s with floats, side shows, stalls and arena events to suit this period.
To showcase the diversity of clubs available in Woodley we will have a marquee to house exhibits from various groups including local art clubs, photographic groups, horticultural clubs, women's clubs and schools. Please see our contact page for how you can be involved.
Our "biggest ever" (with your help) procession will travel the streets of Woodley entering the ground early afternoon. Entry to this day will be FREE.

Are you or do you know one of our past Carnival Queen's?  The Carnival Queen competition has been held every year and we would love to find all our past carnival Queens.  If we are lucky we may find our very first carnival Queen.

Please contact Hilary Soane with any details.
email: carnivalqueens@woodleycarnival.org.uk
Tel: 0118 961 8491
On the 12th a concert will be held featuring top tribute bands including Killer Queen, Platinum Abba, John Ellis as Elton John and more. The finale will include a spectacular firework display. The ground will open at 1pm so bring your picnics and prepare for a truly wonderful day. Advanced tickets are on sale now, please see our Carnival Concert page for more details.

Be Involved

We have many opportunities for your family, church, school PTA, club or business to be involved in this years 50th celebration carnival.

You could enter a float in our street procession or be part in our arena events. There is something for everyone to take part in. Please see our contact page for further details and we look forward to seeing you there.