Chard Carnival by wjames
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The Somerset Carnivals are highly regarded as the largest illuminated procession in the world. They occur late in the year at various locations. The carnivals in Somerset date back over 400 years, and are one of the most spectacular events in Somerset. In some of the bigger towns you can get crowds of up to 150,000 people.The carnival carts are designed and built by carnival clubs around the west country. The carts take part in the carnival parade with many other entries these range from clowns dancing in the street to 100ft long illuminated carts some with up to 30,000 light bulbs lighting them up.
Comments (8)
alanwilliams
Great shot, pity about the abrupt end to this years show. alanwilliams
bimm3d
gorgeous photo!!!!!!
AndreiR
Looks like lots of fun! Great shot!
Dreamingbee
wowwwwwwwwww eye-catcher-shot and really powerfull !!!
psyoshida
Festive and lovely. I imagine that was a hard shot to get. Well done.
durleybeachbum
Gosh! I never knew about these! Marvellous pic!
myrrhluz
Very interesting! Wonderful image!
Str4wB34ry
Great photo. I've heard of the Bridgewater Carnival and I guess the same floats attend that event. The personnel aboard the floats spend hours practicing standing still!