The hot, sunny day of Newbury Carnival 2009 seemed a very long way away last Friday, as Carnival Queen attendant Ellie Bridger-Wilkinson joined Father Christmas in his procession through the streets of Newbury.  Father Christmas was here to switch on the town’s Christmas lights.  A large and enthusiastic crowd filled the Market Place and – after weeks of rain and thanks to some clever work behind the scenes by Newbury Town Council – it even ‘snowed’!

Well it may be nearly mid-winter but the Carnival Team is still busy.  Later this week we will be meeting to sort out dates for some of the ideas proposed for events in 2010.  If you have any suggestions for these or if you can spare a little time to join the team during the coming months, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.  New members are always welcome.