26 great photos from Barlow Carnival, as record numbers flock to village celebrations

Record numbers of visitors flocked to this year’s Barlow Carnival event over the weekend, where they enjoyed street parades and floats – as well as classic cars, entertainment and a falconry display.

By Phil Bramley

Published 21st Aug 2023, 09:57 GMT

Terry Allison, carnival chairman: "Record number of people attended carnival this year. Thousands of people lined the route to watch the colourful parade of floats go by including Hogwarts, Pirates, Barbie,The Wurzels, Barlow Airways followed by lots of entertainment on the field including birds of prey, Dangerous Steve, Maynard Flip Flap and so much more. Combined with the fun fair, flower festival and well dressings, it's a great celebration of our village.

"We hope everyone enjoyed the day and we must say a massive thank you to our sponsors, teams of volunteers and everyone who attended. We'll see you next year on Saturday, August 17."

Local photographer Nick Rhodes captured these great images from the event.

Colourful floats took to the streets as part of the event

1. Barlow Carnival

Colourful floats took to the streets as part of the event Photo: NICK RHODES

Locals pulled out all the stops on the float creations

2. Barlow Carnival

Locals pulled out all the stops on the float creations Photo: NICK RHODES

The Carnival queen, attendants and royalty

3. Barlow Carnival

The Carnival queen, attendants and royalty Photo: NICK RHODES

Youngsters get into the carnival spitir

4. Barlow Carnival

Youngsters get into the carnival spitir Photo: NICK RHODES