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Discover Hertford Online ForumTalk about Hertford 2014-07-05T12:48:17+01:00 https://www.hertford.net/discussion/app.php/feed/topic/316 2014-07-05T12:48:17+01:002014-07-05T12:48:17+01:00 https://www.hertford.net/discussion/viewtopic.php?t=316&p=2224#p2224 <![CDATA[Re: Carnival Cancelled]]>
Why didn't we get entries? We believe that there are many reasons, the main one being the cost of arranging a lorry as the basis of a float. Although the organisers had insurance to cover the whole event individual floats would also need their own vehicle insurance for participation and we are told the cost is prohibitive. There was certainly no issue regarding policing and the world cup. As a safety aspect there is some concern about isolating Folly Island during the parade but, as last year showed, police were happy to take part and become involved in what was a significant community event. As for the theme, it was felt important to set a theme which gave as much latitude to entrants as possible. With so many different nursery rhymes it should be possible come up with a related aspect without excessive trouble or expense. The committee could also oversee it to make sure that there were not too many humpty dumptys etc. The last thing we would want would be an outbreak of egg related disorder as rival humptys fight for supremacy.

As far as PR goes we could have done better but after taking the decision to cancel the parade we were not sure what we would be left with. Stallholders and entertainers had to be contacted to see if they were willing to take part in the new event. Liaison had to take place with Hertford Town Council to ensure that the event was viable. We could not provide further information because we had no information. As soon as things were settled we had the website updated. In addition we distributed 4,000 leaflets around the town on the two weekends before carnival. The Mercury also ran a spread advertising the new event. It is regretful that, despite these efforts, some people were still unaware that it was to go ahead.

The event that did take place was well supported showing we had reached a significant number in the community and feedback is that it was a very enjoyable day. The music was varied and excellent and the entertainers are to be thanked and congratulated. We cannot take the credit for the weather but it must be said that it helped tremendously.

So what for next year? It is here that we turn to the people of Hertford and the surrounding area. What would you like to see? (within reason!). We would welcome any comments that you may have regarding the event to hertfordcarnival2014@gmail.com" target="_blank" target="_blank . We would especially like to hear from individuals or groups who would be willing to become involved in organising the carnival as part of a committee.

David Pearce
Rotary Club of Hertford

Statistics:Posted by woodbury — Sat 05 Jul, 2014 12:48 pm

]]> 2014-06-07T15:59:43+01:002014-06-07T15:59:43+01:00 https://www.hertford.net/discussion/viewtopic.php?t=316&p=2101#p2101 <![CDATA[Re: Carnival Cancelled]]> Statistics:Posted by MrsG — Sat 07 Jun, 2014 3:59 pm

]]> 2014-06-06T09:29:36+01:002014-06-06T09:29:36+01:00 https://www.hertford.net/discussion/viewtopic.php?t=316&p=2094#p2094 <![CDATA[Re: Carnival Cancelled]]>
what's with these ridiculous conspiracy theories?

Its a pretty simple story. No floats == no carnival. (Or not enough floats) No one entered, so instead they've put on a slightly different event

Its not a carnival without a procession!
The Nursery Rhyme theme wasn't exactly inspiring IMHO

Nursery Rhyme not inspiring? Try explaining that to Humpty Dumpty who apparently fell off his wall when he heard that the carnival had been cancelled...

Statistics:Posted by arty — Fri 06 Jun, 2014 9:29 am

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what's with these ridiculous conspiracy theories?

Its a pretty simple story. No floats == no carnival. (Or not enough floats) No one entered, so instead they've put on a slightly different event

Its not a carnival without a procession!
The Nursery Rhyme theme wasn't exactly inspiring IMHO

Statistics:Posted by Steve — Thu 05 Jun, 2014 11:50 am

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Its a pretty simple story. No floats == no carnival. (Or not enough floats) No one entered, so instead they've put on a slightly different event

Its not a carnival without a procession!

Statistics:Posted by codek2 — Thu 05 Jun, 2014 5:58 am

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http://www.hertfordcarnival.org.uk" target="_blank

As Anorak noted above, last year's event was excellent, so I don't understand how they've messed up this year.

Statistics:Posted by Steve — Thu 05 Jun, 2014 1:55 am

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Such a shame. For once Hertford actually did something right and...............

Statistics:Posted by Anorak — Wed 04 Jun, 2014 10:00 pm

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Details at http://www.waretowncouncil.gov.uk/Core/ ... val_4.aspx. The theme is "Cartoons & Superheroes", which is not quite "Nursery Rhymes", but hardly a million miles away...

Statistics:Posted by Alec — Wed 04 Jun, 2014 10:14 am

]]> 2014-06-03T00:37:39+01:002014-06-03T00:37:39+01:00 https://www.hertford.net/discussion/viewtopic.php?t=316&p=2055#p2055 <![CDATA[Re: Carnival Cancelled]]>
I heard it was because of insurance cost?
But whatever the reason, it's a shame for the county town that it can't put on a show!
Just found this on their website:

"Due to not enough participants, we are unhappy to announce that the the carnival will not be taking place in its advertised format.

However we are currently trying to negotiate an alternative so that the signed-up participants and all spectators can still enjoy a community day on Sunday 22 June. We don’t know if we will be successful at such short notice, but we will do our best."

http://www.hertfordcarnival.org.uk" target="_blank

Seems strange as last year's event was such a success.

Statistics:Posted by Steve — Tue 03 Jun, 2014 12:37 am

]]> 2014-06-02T22:38:36+01:002014-06-02T22:38:36+01:00 https://www.hertford.net/discussion/viewtopic.php?t=316&p=2054#p2054 <![CDATA[Re: Carnival Cancelled]]> Statistics:Posted by Golden — Mon 02 Jun, 2014 10:38 pm

]]> 2014-06-02T22:07:36+01:002014-06-02T22:07:36+01:00 https://www.hertford.net/discussion/viewtopic.php?t=316&p=2052#p2052 <![CDATA[Re: Carnival Cancelled]]> But whatever the reason, it's a shame for the county town that it can't put on a show!

Statistics:Posted by Mrs T — Mon 02 Jun, 2014 10:07 pm

]]> 2014-06-02T16:55:18+01:002014-06-02T16:55:18+01:00 https://www.hertford.net/discussion/viewtopic.php?t=316&p=2050#p2050 <![CDATA[Carnival Cancelled]]> Statistics:Posted by Steve — Mon 02 Jun, 2014 4:55 pm

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