Report by Duncan Williams for Pulman's Weekly News
The Chard Carnival Committee held its annual presentation on Sunday, reflecting on the challenges of last year’s event while celebrating the recipients of this year’s grants.
Chard Carnival, the largest in South Somerset, continues to draw entries from across the region, including Devon and the County Circuit. However, concerns have arisen about whether this year’s carnival will go ahead due to a shortage of committee members and volunteers.
Despite facing setbacks - including delays of up to 40 minutes - the 2024 carnival was hailed as a success, featuring more live music and entertainment than ever before. Cllr Jason Baker, as chairman, acknowledged the difficulties but emphasised the importance of the event.
“Last year saw its challenges, but we must look at the bigger picture and how much the event is looked forward to each year by so many,” he said. “The size and success of Chard Carnival is mainly due to the hard work and ded…
