In pictures: The Kenilworth Carnival was a hugely successful centenary celebration event
Here is a selection of photographs of Kenilworth Carnival in what was a celebration of the centenary of the event first taking place in 1926.
Highlights from the two-day event, based in Abbey Fields, included the carnival precession with floats, walkers and marching bands, live music and entertainment, a fun fair, animatronic Dinosaurs from Jurassic Earth and more.
For the precession, the trophy and class winners have been announced and they are as follows:
Overall Float – St Johns School
Overall Walker – Vicki Mansfield
Peter Cox Smile Cup - Pupil St Johns School
Overall Construction Effort – St Johns Out of School Club
Class 1 – Non- Kenilworth People: Kreesh Community Events
Class 2 – Kenilworth People: St Francis of Assisi Church
Class 3 – Schools: St Johns School
Class 4 – Clubs and Societies under 11: 4th Kenilworth Cubs and Beavers
Class 5 – Adult Clubs, Societies and Businesses: Heart of England Co-operative Funerals (Kenilworth)
Class 6 - Public House: The Copper House
Class 7 - Theatre Groups: Viva Theatre Arts
Class 10 – Children: Talisman Theatre
Class 11 – Adults: Vicki Mansfield
Class 12 – Families/Groups: Chinewrde Carnival Collective
Class 13 – Bikes: The Reinge Clinic
On the Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/KenilworthCarnival the carnival organisers have posted a heartfelt thank you message to all the people, groups and businesses who helped to make the milestone celebration a huge success.
A fundraising page has been set up to ensure the carnival can be held annually for years to come with £3,800 already raised towards a £7,000 target.
To find out more or to make a donation visit https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/kenilworth-carnival