Entry forms available from Sticky Earth Cafe, Church Street, Gifts of Bond Street, Bond Street and The Old Rock Shop Bistro, Hamilton Road.
Completed entry forms should be returned to any of these places by close of business on Monday 17th August 2015.
Prize winners will be announced and prizes presented on Carnival morning, Wednesday 19th August 2015 at the Henry Blogg Gardens, outside Cromer Museum on Church Street, at 10:40.
Join in the fun at Children's Week with Ben and Charlotte.
No responsibility can be accepted for children left unattended at any of these events.
Cancellation of events due to bad weather cannot be helped.
If possible, cancelled events will be fitted in at an alternative time.
COME and MEET CC THE BEAR!
Come to any of the children's activities to win a chance to spend the evening with him. Please return next day by 2.30pm and share your photograph's of what you got up to, on the Cromer Carnival (Official) Facebook page.
11:00 Create a Truck - Pier Forecourt. Time to get building!
14:30 Tug of War and Beach Sports - East Beach. It's wet, it's fun, it can get quite racy!
11:00 Design a Superhero - Pier Forecourt. Let your mind go wild. Super powers galore!
14:30 Waiters and Waitresses Race - Pier Forecourt. Load up your tray and see how far you can get, before you spill it.
11:00 Paper Boat, Raft and Plane Racing - North Lodge Park. Design them, make them, race them!
14:30 Messiest Meal - Pier Forecourt. Baked beans, jelly, custard! Things are about to get messy!
11:00 Crab Catching - On the pier. How many can you net, off the pier?
14:30 Record Breakers - Pier Forecourt. Come and set a record, don't lose your marbles trying!
11:00 Paint a Stone - Pier Forecourt. Paints provided. Find your canvas, grab the paint and see where you end up!
16:00 Family Disco - Pier forecourt. Silly games and daft dancing, to round off Children's Week One!
Join us for the Tug-of War Competition.
Suitable footwear and gloves may help!
Join in the fun at Children's Week with Libby and Tony.
11:00 Sandcastle Competition - East Beach. Build a sandcastle fit for a King or Queen!
14:30 Chalk on the Prom - Pier Forecourt. Your chance to be a graffiti artist, without getting into trouble!
11:00 Hunt the Kiddywitches - West Beach. Rock pool hunt for little crabs, bring a bucket, unlimited sea water available!
14:30 Puppets on the Prom - Pier Forecourt. No strings attached or there can be! Materials provided.
11:00 Kite Making - Pier Forecourt. Come fly with me! Materials provided.
14:30 Tide Fight - East Beach. Build the biggest structure from sand that you can, to repel the tide, last one standing wins! No rocks allowed.
11:00 Paint a Crab Shell - Pier Forecourt. Paint your own Cromer Crab. Shells and paints provided.
14:30 Sand Sculpture - East Beach. Put your sculpting skills to the test!
11:00 Scavenger Hunt - Pier Forecourt. See what you can find. It's not easy!
13:00 Party on the Pier - The Pier. Bring your own picnic.
14:30 Captain Fantastic - The Pier. Music and entertainment, by the one and only!
17:00 Cromer's Famous Duck Race - Off the Pier. Ducks will be available for sale, throughout the day's events.
Tickets will be available from various businesses around the town and also in the M&Co shop.
Come and enter our Carnival Darts competition at Cromer Social Club, The Croft!
Come along to the Carnival Marquee to sample our real ales and cider, including Carnival Ale! (Available while stocks last).
On Wednesday 19th August 2015 (Carnival Day) there will be no parking facilities within the carnival site, even for car pass holders.
By kind permission of Mr Benjamin Cabbell Manners, there will be a free car park facility with a charged bus ride from Westgate, Holt Road, Cromer (A148), with coaches running all day, including during the procession.
Please note that if you have not left the car park before 18:30, you will be unable to leave before the procession has completed the town circuit. When you leave the car park you may be directed away from the town centre by the police, until the town centre is clear.
If you wish to leave early, you are advised to use the Park and Ride car parking facility.
There is additional parking at Amazona Zoo, Hall Road, Cromer, which will be open from 17:00 on Wednesday 19th and Thursday 20th August 2015.
We also have a relief car park, located close to the Carnival Field, which will be open on Sunday 16th, Tuesday 18th, Wednesday 19th and the evening of Thursday 20th August 2015.
If you are travelling in from the Norwich or Sheringham areas, why not leave the car at home and travel by train to this year's Cromer Carnival?
Abellio Greater Anglia operates regular train services on the Bittern Line, between Norwich and Sheringham, with all trains calling at Cromer. There will be an hourly service between Cromer and Sheringham, with an additional service from and to Norwich.
If joining at an unstaffed station, you can purchase your ticket from the conductor on the train.
After the Carnival Procession on Wednesday evening the last trains to depart from Cromer, are to Sheringham at 23:34 and to Norwich at 23:58 (times correct at time of printing).
For more details about train times and fares, please telephone National Rail Enquiries on 03457 48 49 50 or Abellio Greater Anglia on 0345 600 7245, e-mail: contactcentre@abelliogreateranglia.co.uk.
Spectators watching or anybody taking part in any event during Carnival week, do so at their own risk.
Cromer Carnival is a member of the Pub Watch Scheme and therefore, any person banned under the Pub Watch Scheme will not be served at the Carnival Marquee bar.
During Carnival week, members of the public are asked not to bring alcohol onto the Carnival Field or into the Carnival Marquee.
The Security Guards have permission to question any person entering the Carnival Field or the Carnival Marquee and have instructions to confiscate any alcohol found, unless the alcohol has been purchased from the Carnival Bar.
There is strictly No Smoking in either the Carnival Marquee or toilets.
10:30 to 12:00 Broadland Dog Agility. Showing off their dog training skills.
Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their dogs and must provide their own scoopers.
Between 11:30 and 13:00, members of Holt Dog Training Club will be available to provide information on the Good Citizen Dog Scheme, which promotes responsible pet dog ownership.
From earrings and hand-made cards to works of art, you are sure to find something that you like!
Ten real ales for you to taste, including Carnival Ale and cider.
Starting at Amazona Zoo, follow clues and directions to the finish at the Carnival Field, Runton Road, Cromer.
Come and enjoy an evening of fun games, and disco for all the family, with Captain Fantastic! Fun for everyone!
The Norfolk Dixieland Jazz Band has developed a reputation as one of the best bands of its type in the Eastern region. The musicians have diverse musical backgrounds and experience but are never happier than when playing foot-tapping traditional jazz in the style of British bands of the nineteen sixties. The line-up is: John Gooding (cornet), Tim Densham (clarinet and saxophones), Bill Brewer (trombone), Peter Gregory (banjo and guitar) and Liz Underdown (string bass).
A local music duo playing music from the 60's 70's and 80's!
The winners of the above classes will go through to try to win the Tom Bolton Memorial Plate.
Here's a competition just for the chaps, so children grab your Dad's, Grandad's or Uncle's to find Mr Knobbly Knees 2015!
Calling all Grandmothers! Could YOU be our Glamorous Gran 2015?
This popular event is open to all children up to 13 years of age.
The winners from each class will go forward for judging to find the over all winner of the Robin Seeley Memorial Cup.
Robin Seeley had Muscular Dystrophy and was confined to a wheelchair from age 10 to 17 years old, when sadly, he passed away. Robin remained at home with his family, went to school in Cromer and had a great group of friends, being a typical teenager, despite his wheelchair. When Robin died, a disco was held at Cromer Youth Club, which resulted in the purchase of the memorial cup, which has been presented by a member of the family for 27 years.
10:00 to 16:30 Custom and American Car Show - Come and see one of the largest gatherings of american, custom and classic cars in Norfolk!
13:00 & 15:30 Dale - A talented local artist, who sings great Michael Bublé songs and more. Just sit back, have a relaxing drink from the bar and enjoy the music!
A popular, local singer known for his Michael Bublé tribute.
The team will be putting on a display of rescue techniques by dogs at sea.
This popular time of praise has been a regular feature of the Carnival for a number of years now, and we believe that it is good for the Church and the Carnival to be working together in this way. This year all the music will be provided by members of Cromer Parish Church. We hope that you will enjoy this time of worship in old and new hymns and songs, and that you will leave feeling refreshed and having heard something of God's love for us.
An evening of family fun brought to you by the World Association of Wrestling!
Come and join Ben, in his first year of organising this event.
Race from the Pier Forecourt to the old Bath House Hotel and back, carrying a full tray of drinks! There might be a race for spectators, if all the drinks aren't spilt!
To book a table, as numbers are limited, please telephone 01263 514515PLEASE NOTE: This event does sell out, so please book early!
Have a night of fun with the Cromer Renegades! Come along and watch or you can join in.
Come and join us and have a night of fun with a bet on the horses on our video races!
An abundance of events taking place during the day, in and around the Carnival arena.
The Stannage International Stunt Team presents a true family affair. Team Leader, Mark Stannage, started his professional career at the age of 14 specialising in car, motorbike, fire and high fall stunts, performing some of the most spectacular stunts ever seen on film or TV. Mark and his family will be performing their spectacular stunts in front of your eyes!
Be amazed by these 'gentle giants' as they perform for us.
A Norfolk based, friends and family organisation offering raptors, reptiles and other animals for your entertainment.
A selection of music and dance by a local group.
Wildcat Aerobatics are East Anglia's premier formation aerobatic display team.
Back in Cromer to entertain you. One of the oldest, independent youth marching bands in the country!
Spectacular stunts to end the days arena events!
10:00 The Romford Drum and Trumpet Corp will be playing at various venues around the town, in the morning.
11:00 The Carnival Queen and Attendants will be visiting Benjamin Court and Halsey House, followed by a visit to Cromer Hospital.
Whether you are a regular player or just at Carnival times, why not come along for a great night of fun! Don't forget your dabber to mark off those numbers!
By kind permission of the Vicar and Churchwardens, Cromer Carnival presents an evening of pleasure with the annual band concert in the Parish Church.
Norwich City Concert Band is delighted to be performing once again, as the Carnival band. This year see's the concert Band in its 18th year; they go from strength to strength, under the direction of their director of music, Brian Dermott.
In 2014 the Band recorded a new CD, which will be on sale at the concert, for £7.00. Their programme on the night will suite all tastes, so come along and enjoy the music!
The top three teams of each league go through to the finals. For further information or to book a team in to the competition, please visit the Any Questions page of the website.
A Carnival Day with a great atmosphere for all the family to enjoy. There will be a funfair, stalls, food stands, bar and all sorts of refreshments. Come along and join in the fun!
This year, we offer a welcome return to the team. Formed in 1992, West Lancs Dog Display Team has entertained the crowds at all sorts of events, demonstrating skill and obedience of there dogs.
The Yakovlevs are a UK based aerobatic display team who have earned a reputation for excellence over the last 14 years, delighting over a billion people in the process, across four continents. Visit their website at: www.yakovlevs.com or find them on Facebook at: Team Yakovlevs.
Ye Olde Redtail Falconry Display team have been giving professional falconry displays for over thirty years and are proud to have performed at the most prestigious shows in the country, such as the Royal Welsh, the Royal Windsor, the Royal Cornwall and the Kent County Show.
11:45 The Royal Signal Motorcycle Display Team "The White Helmets"
Back by public demand, with speed, excitement and skill. The team of 30 volunteer soldiers from the Corps, which make up the Royal Signals White Helmets, tour Britain from April to September every year, demonstrating all the personal qualities demanded of the modern Royal Signals soldier.
The Blades are celebrating a milestone year in 2015, as the Team enters its 10th display season. With five new partners on board, The Blades are sporting a stunning new livery, not like anything the Team has had before, as they mark this historic year.
The Blades display lasts for 15 minutes and includes over 30 exhilarating manoeuvres. Containing a variety of mind-blowing aerobatic stunts flown just feet apart, each and every display is meticulously planned, briefed, executed and debriefed.
This year, The Blades are flying once again under the leadership of Blade 1, Mark Cutmore 'Cutty'. Cutty joined The Blades in 2008 as Blade 3, before spending three years as the Team's solo display pilot and taking over as leader in 2012. The Blade 2 position will be shared by co-founder of The Blades, Andy Offer OBE and Chris Carder. Former Team Leader Myles Garland will be taking up the Blade 3 position and the Team line-up is completed by Andy Evans who is flying the all-important and impressive solo position as Blade 4.
Visit their website at: www.theblades.com or find them on Facebook at: The Blades Aerobatic Team.
15:30 The Royal Signal Motorcycle Display Team "The White Helmets"
Back by public demand, with speed, excitement and skill. The team of 30 volunteer soldiers from the Corps, which make up the Royal Signals White Helmets, tour Britain from April to September every year, demonstrating all the personal qualities demanded of the modern Royal Signals soldier. Bringing the arena events to an exciting end!
Static displays open. See the 999 show, Emergency Services in static displays. Come along and meet the local Police, Fire, Ambulance, Lifeboat and Coastguard services, subject to service conditions.
Cromer Voluntary Entertainments Organisation Limited and the Ministry of Defence cannot be held responsible for any injuries sustained, whilst watching events or using any static display.
10:30 Presentation of Prizes - Henry Blogg Gardens, Church Street - Prize giving ceremony for many of the various competitions, organised in support of Cromer Carnival.
PLEASE NOTE: A percentage of all bucket takings from the collection made at this year's parade will be donated to a local cause, which the committee has decided this year, will be the Theo Babbage Wishing Well Appeal for the NICU Baby Unit and Cromer RNLI. Please help us to support these worthy causes!
Cromer town road closures will be implemented at 18:30 until 21.00. There will be no traffic movement until the Carnival parade has finished.
1. All floats and entries taking part in the Carnival Parade should enter via the gateway to the Carnival Field (not the NNDC car park entrance).
2. Distribution of favours and advertising material. No advertising material, edibles, gifts, samples or other object may be thrown or otherwise distributed from any vehicle or elevated float. At the sole discretion of the Parade Organiser favours and advertising material may be distributed on foot, providing no risk is thereby incurred to spectators, particularly children, in relation to moving vehicles, machinery or animals.
3. Entrants are reminded that liquid should not be squirted over either floats or the public.
4. All float organisers are reminded that they should hold Public Liability Insurance for their float display. All floats are required to make sure that their entry is not too wide to go through the town.
5. The safety of all persons riding on floats is the responsibility of the respective float organiser and driver of the float vehicle. The Carnival Committee and Cromer V.E.O Limited cannot be held liable for any accident to any person taking part in the Carnival Procession, unless that accident is the direct result of action by a member of the Carnival Committee or authorised helper, providing such committee member or helper is on duty at the time the instruction was given.
6. Collecting in the Parade can only be made by official Cromer Carnival Collectors. No other fund raising for any other purpose is permitted.
7. Floats wishing to leave the Carnival Procession en route without returning to the Carnival Field must inform the Parade Organiser before their float leaves the Carnival Field. Permission will only be given where the Police on duty agree that it is feasible without causing danger to the spectators.
(i.e. HGV License for HGV licensed vehicle).
9. Commercial organisations are limited to two vehicles each and these must be decorated.
On Carnival Day, cars parked on the Runton Road Car Park after 18:30 will not be able to leave the car park until after the Carnival Parade has finished, at approximately 22:00. All cars leaving the field will be directed right towards Sheringham.
Please note that on Carnival Day, cars parked on the Runton Road Car Park after 18:30 will not be able to leave the car park until after the Carnival Parade has finished at approximately 22:00. All cars leaving the field will be directed right towards Sheringham.
Drop the Clutch are an amazing local four-piece rock covers band from the North Norfolk coast. Formed in 2010, they have been playing together in pubs and clubs entertaining punters, with a powerful mix of popular classic rock tunes.
A new event in the calendar for Carnival Week, organised by Wet Dog, Cromer!
Judging will be based upon, complexity of trick/stunt, execution of trick/stunt, use of the park, style, but above all effort & enjoyment.
For further information, please contact Wet Dog, Cromer on 01263 519703.
Please note - This afternoons events will be transferred to the Carnival Marquee in adverse weather conditions. Notices will be put up with information of any changes on the day.
either one or two 1.5 mile laps on a revised circuit. Personal best times from previous years will stand.
There is no charge for admission to enter the Carnival field on this evening. However, our collectors will be about with their buckets, before and after the firework display and it is hoped that you will feel the display has been worth a donation.
Static and flying display of remote controlled helicopters.
This demonstration, performed by local surf lifesavers from North Norfolk Surf Lifesaving Club (www.nnslsc.org.uk) will show you what surf lifesaving is all about and how you can get involved.
The idea of the sport, is to combine staying fit in the sea with a purpose; saving lives - Sport with Purpose. Some of our best lifesavers will be demonstrating a variety of rescues and races for you, with commentary so everyone can understand.
We run open access classes (for everyone) and junior programmes from our clubhouse on the promenade. The club is always looking for enthusiastic new members to support us and there has never been a more exciting time to get involved, with our facility in the best location, right on Cromer beach!
So if you miss the demonstration pop in and see us on a training night or email info@nnslsc.org.uk.
The starting point for the Illuminated Parade will be The Meadow, just off the pitch and putt course, by Meadow Road.
Two teams from the RAF Regiment Reserves at RAF Marham battle against each other in a military skills challenge to see who can be crowned the Champions.
Parallel Times is Norfolk's Blondie tribute band featuring Julie Bunn as Debbie Harry. Already a renowned solo artist, Julie has been performing Blondie hits to live audiences since 2008. Now she is backed by experienced musicians, Parallel Times, who have not only performed as a group, but as individuals, in a wide variety of bands over many years.
Led by The Romford Drum and Trumpet Corp.
The parade winds its way from Meadow Road to Runton Road, via Hamilton Road, Church Street, High Street and Runton Road.
The finale will be to music from the Last Night of the Proms.
Please Note; Cromer V. E. O. Limited cannot be held responsible if the firework display does not start exactly at 21:15. This is beyond our control.
A chance to get some practice in before the World Crab Catching Championships on Sunday 30th August 2015, from 10:30 until 13:00!
Starting at the Cottage, Louden Road, follow clues and questions along a route around the town, cliffs and paths of Cromer.
Headlining again, we welcome back FireWire, Norfolk's premier party rock covers band. Playing classic, punk, ska and current chart hits, they'll have everyone dancing from the word go.
There is a special cup for the overall winner of the fancy dress competition, on the night, sponsored by John and Jeanie Hedge in memory of Simon Hedge.
Must be 18 years of age or over - ID will be requested on entering the Carnival field and marquee.
Tickets available from The Cottage, Louden Road on Saturday 1st August 2015 at 9:00 on a first come, first served basis. None will be reserved.
There will be no tickets available at the door so you are advised to purchase tickets in advance.
There is a strictly No Smoking policy for the Carnival Marquee and toilets.