2022 - The Hot & Sunny One
Hartland Carnival Brings Festive Cheer to North Devon on a Sunny Day, Thank you to all our sponsors, volunteers, participators and visitors for making Hartland Carnival the best!
On August 13, 2022, residents and visitors of North Devon were treated to a vibrant and colourful spectacle at the annual Hartland Carnival. The streets of Hartland were lined with spectators eager to catch a glimpse of the dazzling floats, marching bands, and costumed performers.
The weather couldn't have been better, with bright sunshine and clear skies making the atmosphere even more enjoyable. The crowd was in high spirits, singing, cheering and clapping as each float passed by. Each moment was captured by Bob Seymour who we would like to thank for his stunning pictures.
2022 Carnival Queen was Alesha Hall with Royal Security provided by Jake O’Sullivan and Arly Batten
Fairy Queen Kate, Attended by Ida and Sophia
2022 Pre-School Prince Isaac and Pre-School Princess Daisy
Several local organizations participated in the parade, including the Hartland Fire Brigade, Youth Club, Hartland Primary School, and the local football club. Hartland is blessed by the participation of local villages who bring their floats along to join in the fun! Each float was uniquely decorated, showcasing the creativity and enthusiasm of the participants.
Before the parade, the judges presented the winners in various categories. A few of the trophy winners were The Allan Higgins Hartland Carnival Cup & Blue Riband for the Most Outstanding Entry winner ‘Abandoned Fairground’
Lads and Lassies
Matt Jinks, Jodie & Tom Jinks, Poppy Clarke, Matt Grout, Abbie Cole, Ellie Davey Reece Stanbury, Chloe Bennett, Lee & Dani Smith, Dom Allin, Paige Aplin, Georgia Lindley, Max Heard, Lee Wilkinson, Steven Bromwich, Kieran Johns, Micki Louise, Dylan & Corey Dennis.
‘Abandoned Fairground’
Winner of the Hartland Carnival Large Shield for the Best Local Tableau ‘Some Like It Hot, Hartland Likes It Hotter!’ Farford Mob Productions, Chris, Jenny, Billy & Sammy Heard, Stephen, Sarah, Lilian & Phoebe Threlkeld, Alex & Lydia Duncan, Rebecca, Paul, Harry & Freddie Dart, Alex, Samantha, Elsa & Seth Downie, Joanne & Steve Lloyd and Jody Brag.
Winner of the Jamie Johns Memorial Trophy for the Most Entertaining Float ‘Toy Story Karaoke’ Deptford Farm, Brian, Johnny, Sara, Sophie & Jack Redwood, Greg & Elaine Meaker, James & Jess McEldon, Bethany, Sam & Leanne Hobbs, Charlie, James, Brian, Wendy, Sarah & Steve Heard, Irish Chris, Alex Walker, Jason Rana, Lisa Heywood, and Ed & Alfie Leeson.
Winner of the Hart Inn Stag Trophy for Most Entertaining Walkers ‘Dinosaurs’
Some of our other winners were:
Adult Single - First ‘Woodland Walk’ Joanna Woodland
Adult and Children - First ‘Physco Billy Cadillac’ Knock Family and Friends, Jim Knock, Tina Beardsley, Jan Willis, Sue Pilkington, Luke Mullin, Harriet Knock, Fred Knock and Edward Knock.
Children’s Tableau - First ‘Hartland’s Gogglebox’, Hescott Gang Andrew Goaman, Eve Hibberd, Andy, Rachel, Jack & Emily Mitchell, Thomas McDonagh, Dillon, Ava & Layla Edwards-Goaman, Craig, Lizzie and Sean Brent, Donal, Sarah, Daniel, Grace and Poppy Stafford.
Topical Tableau - First ‘Party Gate’ Bradworthy Carnival Committee Gareth & Robyn Pengilly, Denise & Richard Radmore, Ant Long , Graham Greatorex, Basil & Helen Kinsman.
Comic Tableau - First ‘Willie Wonka’s Chocolate Factory’ Robin Allin and Co, Robin Allin, Rebecca Heale, Claire Marelli, Simon Stowell, Paul & Bryony Meaker, Dick & Sarah Johns.
Adults Only - First ‘The Real Tory Party’, Gary Johns, Joyce Johns, Kevin Johns, Mandy Johns, Emma Jeffery, Glyn Kirby, Penny and Daryl Ireland and Trudy Lincoln.
Group Marching - Cunliffe Shield, Tarka Starlightz Majorettes
Artistic Tableau- First ‘Abandoned Fairground’
The carnival also featured live music, Hartland Town Band, Tarka Starlightz Majorettes, Barracwda Samba Band and Explosion. Food stalls, and games, make it a fun-filled day for people of all ages. The event was organized by a team of dedicated volunteers, who worked tirelessly to make it a success.
Overall, the Hartland Carnival was a resounding success, bringing the community together after a two-year Covid hiatus in a joyful celebration of life and summer. The organizers and participants are already looking forward to next year's event.