Illuminated carnival processions returned to the streets of the South West on Saturday night as Seaton Carnival got the East Devon circuit under way. The bright lights, dancing and music returned as crowds came out in force to cheer on the carnival clubs and their carts in the first procession of the season.
Next Generation JCC, with their illuminated entry 'School of Rock', claimed the overall top prize for best overall entry as well as best juvenile entry. Sid Vale CC with 'Rock of Ages' took first place in open feature.
Below are some of the best pictures from the carnival, while at the top of the video you can watch some video highlights. If you missed out on seeing the entries, don't worry, as there are plenty more processions taking place across Devon and Somerset in upcoming weeks.
Colyton Saturday 12 September, 8:00pm; Axminster Saturday 19 September, 8:00pm; Sidmouth Saturday 26 September, 7:30pm; Budleigh Salterton Saturday 3 October, 7:30pm; Ottery St. Mary Friday 16 October, 8pm; Honiton Saturday 24 October, 7:30pm; Mere Saturday 19 September, 7.30pm; Frome Saturday 26 September, 7.00pm; Shaftesbury Saturday 3 October, 7.15pm; Gillingham Saturday 10 October, 7.15pm; Wincanton Friday 16 October, 7.30pm; Castle Cary Saturday 17 October, 7.00pm; Warminster Saturday 31 October, 6.45pm; South Somerset Federation: Wellington Saturday 26 September, 7.30pm.
Seaton Carnival 2026: Illuminated Processions Return in Pictures and Video