Tenby Carnival countdown - a look back to 2019 which marked the 100th anniversary
Tenby Firefighters Carnival - one of the highlights of the summer in the seaside town - is back today (Wednesday, August 7) - so what better time to take a look back at the 2019 event - which celebrated the event’s 100th anniversary.
The charitable carnival always has a special place in the resort’s calendar and never fails to capture the imagination of the crowds that line the route of the procession or the numerous floats and fancy dress competitors taking part, and once again, the main recipient of the money raised by Tenby’s dedicated band of firefighters during the course of the day will be the Firefighters Charity.
The spectacular Carnival Parade will undoubtedly be the highlight of a fun-packed day of events for all the family to enjoy, which starts with the ‘open day’ at 10am held at Tenby’s Fire Station along South Parade, featuring fire safety demonstrations throughout the day, as well as activities, fair rides, stalls, refreshments, and a grand raffle. There will also be an educational appliance situated in Tudor Square throughout the day.
This will be followed by the fantastic Carnival Parade of floats, walking class fancy dress and other vehicles of interest, setting off around 5.15pm from Tenby Railway Station, proceeding via Warren Street, South Parade, Belmont Arch, Lower Frog Street, St George Street, Tudor Square, and St Julian Street, before finishing at the harbour, where the awards for the best in class are given.
Anyone and everyone is welcome to enter the carnival and no advance entry is required. Participants must ensure they are at the station yard between 4.30 and 4.45pm for the all-important judging.
The charitable carnival always has a special place in the resort’s calendar and never fails to capture the imagination of the crowds that line the route of the procession or the numerous floats and fancy dress competitors taking part, and once again, the main recipient of the money raised by Tenby’s dedicated band of firefighters during the course of the day will be the Firefighters Charity.
The spectacular Carnival Parade will undoubtedly be the highlight of a fun-packed day of events for all the family to enjoy, which starts with the ‘open day’ at 10am held at Tenby’s Fire Station along South Parade, featuring fire safety demonstrations throughout the day, as well as activities, fair rides, stalls, refreshments, and a grand raffle. There will also be an educational appliance situated in Tudor Square throughout the day.
This will be followed by the fantastic Carnival Parade of floats, walking class fancy dress and other vehicles of interest, setting off around 5.15pm from Tenby Railway Station, proceeding via Warren Street, South Parade, Belmont Arch, Lower Frog Street, St George Street, Tudor Square, and St Julian Street, before finishing at the harbour, where the awards for the best in class are given.
Anyone and everyone is welcome to enter the carnival and no advance entry is required. Participants must ensure they are at the station yard between 4.30 and 4.45pm for the all-important judging.