21/06/2026
We would like to say a HUGE thank you to everyone who played a part in making our Wallingford Rocks themed 2026 Carnival such a fantastic success!
Firstly thank you to our sponsors. Without your support, this event simply would not be possible.Special thanks to our main sponsors Mr Paul Simmonds and Ask4support Ltd.Thanks too to Gareth Clark Hair For Men, Rwr Aesthetics, Waitrose & Partners Corn Exchange Wallingford and Champions.Thanks to Wallingford Morris and Cycling Without Age.
Thank you to Wallingford Fire Station for leading our procession and to Fiona, who did an absolutely epic job again as our compère throughout the day.
A huge thank you to our incredible performers: Dance Connection,Kinecroft Academy of Dancing,Bigg Band, Stagecoach and Bertie Slippers who kept the crowds entertained. We also loved all the amazing shop window displays and are grateful to Hebborn’s Fair for bringing even more fun to the event.
Thank you to Verco, Rowse, Wallingford Town Council, Tracey, and all the councillors who helped and supported us along the way.
To all our wonderful stallholders and food vendors – thank you for being part of the day.The Go karts and Mini golf. A special mention goes to our fantastic volunteer marshals; we simply couldn’t run the carnival safely without you.Yuk Keane,Ryan Keane,Richard Keane,Fran East,Victoria Barlow,Maia Bridgeman Hughes,Mike Acreman,Dan Beckett
Victoria Simpson,Yvonne Dawson,Ron Harink,Steve Gilbert,Mark Pike,Richard Dunne,Sue Dunne,Jacki and Mark Hoskins
Matt Bevis,Tania Bevis,Jon Lewis, Chris Walker,Dick Payne,John Ridley
Chris Norrington,Jack Payne.Thank you also to Wallingford Rugby Club and the bucket collectors including James Sutherland.The security team who were fantastic.
We’re incredibly grateful to our judges Ros, Fran,Yvonne, Laura, Joshua(his first ever carnival)Olly Glover MP and The Mayor. Thank you again to Mayor Nigel Hughes and Mark Brett, Kath Jarvis,CVP,Alex and crew.Centre 70.Special thanks to Dave and Emma at The Cross Keys for keeping us refreshed throughout the day.Thank you to our photographers Gareth Clark and James Dixon for capturing so many wonderful memories, and to our gorgeous Carnival Queen ,otherwise known as Panto Dame Alex!
Most importantly, thank you to all the amazing procession entries. Such a high standard of entries, we really appreciate how much effort went into creating your floats .You were absolutely brilliant and made the carnival truly special. Thank you to everyone who came out to support the event. Seeing such huge crowds lining the streets was incredibly overwhelming and heartwarming.
Last but certainly not least, thank you to the carnival organising team: Jo, Tracey,Anne, and Rosie, along with our “involuntary volunteers” – our families and friends who were roped into helping on the day! Special mentions to Gareth Clark, Dan Beckett, Will Beckett, Nigel Hughes, Poppy, Maia, and everyone else who lent a hand.
We have probably forgotten someone, and if we have, know how grateful we are for your support.
❤️ Winners and more photos will be on our next post,watch this space! ❤️
Photo credit garethclark_photography
