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Together – Let’s keep the Carnival Thriving
Carnival is a special occasion of happy celebration, fun and enjoyment – making smiles and happy memories – promoting positive vibes and social connection. Although the main event takes place over the LAST WEEKEND IN JULY, it is also about a whole host of fun community events we put on throughout the year, that carnival feel-good experience depends as much on you as it does us – be it Christmas Eve visits from Santa Claus, a formal special event, themed social gatherings, tasty homemade sweet and savoury fundraisers, a coffee morning, wheelbarrow race, “afternoon tea”, music quiz. There is something for everyone and all the money raised from these Watchet Live CIC events help us to donate to good causes and keep going and growing. We very much appreciate your continuing support and kindness. Check out our upcoming events below. We look forward to seeing you.
Upcoming Events
Spring Duck Race
April 19th 2026 | 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Location:
Duck Race, Sunday 19th April 2026. Starts at 2.00 pm. £2.00 per duck. We shall be selling ducks at the Watchet Street Fair on Sunday 1st March on The Esplanade from Watchet Carnival Fundraising stall. Any remaining ducks will be sold before the race outside The Star Inn, Watchet (an hour before the race). Looking forward to having a quacking time.
Wheelbarrow Race
May 24th 2026 | 12:00 am
Location: The Esplanade
Wheelbarrow Race, Sunday 24th May 2026. Race starts 2.00 pm. on The Esplanade. Team Categories:- Men's, Ladies, Mixed, Fancy Dress. ALL RACE SPACES HAVE BEEN FILLED. The grid line-up will be announced nearer the time and updates will be available on Watchet Annual Wheelbarrow Race. Teams of 2 take it in turn to sit in their racing barrow and visit pitstops around the Circuit de Watchet. Great atmosphere. Spectacular Fancy Dress. Fun-tastic. Not to be missed!
TEA BY THE RITZ
June 13th 2026 | 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Location: Watchet Phoenix Centre
Tea By The Ritz, Saturday 13th June 2026, Watchet Phoenix Centre. Two table sittings: 2.30 p.m. & 4.15 p.m. Please come along for a wonderful quintessential afternoon with delicious sandwiches, freshly baked scones with strawberry jam and clotted cream and a fine selection of cakes and bakes. It's Time for Afternoon Tea - dress up for the occasion if you like. Adult £10.00, Children £5.00 under (12). Table bookings - please contact Sandie on 01984 632783.