WITH preparations for Presteigne Carnival in full swing, the 2026 committee has been unveiled.
This year’s carnival will take place on Saturday, July 11, with a day jam-packed with fun planned.
Law Dogs & Ladies is the headline act, while a man known as The Mindboggler will also be appearing, an act sure to intrigue. Meanwhile, participants will dance to the beat of the Broseley Beats Samba Band during the event’s parade.
“Behind the scenes of all the fun, music, colour and chaos is this team of local volunteers working hard to bring this year’s carnival to life,” said Presteigne Carnival via a post on its Facebook page this week.
“From booking acts and organising stalls, to fundraising, logistics and everything in between, this lovely (slightly mad) bunch are the people making it happen.
“A huge thank you to each and every committee member for the time, effort and energy you’re putting into making Presteigne Carnival 2026 one to remember.”
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This year’s headline act is Law Dogs & Ladies, who will be putting on a thrilling Wild West spectacular packed with comedy and family entertainment, special effects and pyrotechnics, complete with authentic western characters and atmosphere.
Watch as they transform the field into a small-town frontier arena, bringing the spirit of the Old West right to Presteigne.
This high-energy performance is fun for all ages and guaranteed to be one of the standouts.
You may even recognise them from their recent appearance on Bargain Hunt’s Buffalo Bill special.
Prepare to have your mind boggled by Chris Hare – also known as The Mindboggler.
A member of The Magic Circle, Chris is a mind-reading magician who will be roaming the carnival field during the afternoon, amazing crowds with unbelievable tricks and mind-boggling magic.
The Broseley Beats Samba Band, led by Peta Piper, will be leading this year’s carnival procession from the start and bringing the rhythm all the way onto the field.
Expect drums, infectious beats and high-energy carnival vibes to get everyone in the party spirit as the parade makes its way through town.
Pictured (l-r) are committee members Di Turner, Leah Matthews, Niki Davies, Heidi Mecke (treasurer), Ann Davies, Cheryl Phillips, Bianca Thompson, Nicky Rogers, Dawn Davies, Rachel Rowntree, Tracey Duggan, Ryan Farmer (secretary), Nathan Evans, Ben Evans, Della Christopher, Yaz Fox (co-chair), Vicky Davies (co-chair), Beth Stokes (vice chair), Nikki Whiffen, Georgia Whiffen, Sonia Ozsoylu, Jane Roberts and Johnathon Felgate.
Not pictured: Gail Matthews, Fiona Preece, Tasha Davies, Kim Vanezi, Jo Roberts.
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