Thousands watch elaborate carnival cart procession
Summary
Thousands of people watched Bridgwater Carnival’s illuminated procession in Somerset. Carnival clubs spent the year building themed carts, and about 210 people joined the event’s traditional firework finale.Key Facts
- The procession took place in Bridgwater, Somerset.
- Themes included rock shows, the TV characters Del Boy and his three-wheeler, and a circus big top.
- Volunteer-run carnival clubs spend the year preparing their carts.
- Judges assess carts on categories including presentation, lighting, costumes, comic content and construction.
- The carts combine themes with synchronized lighting, costumes, movement and soundtracks.
- About 210 people, including local MP Sir Ashley Fox, took part in the finale called squibbing.
- In squibbing, participants light a large firework attached to a block of wood on the end of a pole.
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