Carnival 9th June 2012

Welcome to the website of the Woodley Carnival, organised by a voluntary group of local residents. The Carnival takes place every year in June and raises money for local good causes. The Carnival first took place in 1960 to raise funds to build a youth centre.

Thank you to everyone who made last years carnival a great success... our thanks go out to the bands onstage, to the organisers of the field events and to you, the Woodley community.

The 2012 carnival takes place during the Queen's Diamond Jubilee celebrations and we are looking to do something special to mark the occasion. Carnival day will be on Saturday 9th June on the Memorial Field, Headley Road, Woodley.  The music and entertainment starts at 1pm (gates open at 12:00) and continues through to the fireworks at around 10.30pm.

Come early and bring a picnic then stay late to make sure you enjoy the fireworks.  The whole day is about the family and the community, we have bands starting at 1pm along with our afternoon free attractions.  Take a look at our 'Free Attractions' page to see all the exciting things that are included in the entry price.

We are delighted to announce the annual Classic Car Show which in the past has been held over the Easter weekend in the Woodley Shopping precinct will this year take place as part of the Carnival and the cars will be displayed on the Carnival Field.

The field will be laid out so that you can take your position to watch the bands as soon as you arrive.  From this base you will be able to explore all the charity stalls, free attractions and of course Pellhams fun fare. As the afternoon turns into the evening it will be time to have your 'Jubilee' picnic, bring your own or take advantage of one of the many concessions that will be on site.

By popular demand and last seen at our 50th celebration concert, "PLATINUM, the live ABBA tribute show" will be returning to headline.  PLATINUM will be supported by some of the best tribute bands in the UK along with local based bands, see our Carnival Day page for full details. This year we have a bigger stage with a fantastic sound and light show so be prepared for a wonderful day out.

Cheer and applaud our procession as it travels through Woodley, you can even put in an entry yourself!  Our Carnival Queens who lead the procession in their tiaras will be crowned on Friday 25th May, entry froms available from this link. 

Advanced tickets, saving up to 25% on Carnival day prices are available to purchase now, see our tickets page for more information.   If you haven't already joined our facebook page then please do so - this is a great way to keep an eye on what's happening and to let us know what you think.