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South West Carnivals Ignite Bonfire Night Season
21 Sep
Summary
- Annual West Country carnival season begins around Bonfire Night.
- Carnival clubs spend all year constructing elaborate parade floats.
- Frome and Wellington carnivals are on September 26; Bridgwater on November 7.
The south west of England is buzzing as local clubs finalize preparations for this year's carnival season. These cherished celebrations, steeped in history since the 1605 Gunpowder Plot, traditionally take place around Bonfire Night.
Carnival clubs dedicate twelve months to meticulously designing and building impressive floats for the grand parades. This extensive effort culminates in a series of vibrant events across the region.
Mark your calendars: Frome and Wellington in Somerset will host their carnivals on September 26. Later in the season, the renowned Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival is scheduled for November 7, promising a spectacular conclusion to the festivities.
