With all the hard work and premise of beautiful blue skies, Llanidloes Carnival was
set to be a great success – and that’s exactly what it was. With the sun beating down
on the crowds of spectators the numerous decorated floats made their way around the
town to Victoria Park where Lucy Mayers was crowned Llanidloes Carnival Queen
2006.
Prizes were bestowed on lucky participants throughout the day with the award for
Little Cutie going to Nia Morgan, Glamorous Gran to Dwynwen Jones and this years
Glamorous Granddad, was named as George Jones. George and his wife Florie were
also presented with a special bouquet to celebrate their 70th wedding anniversary.
Winning floats for the Lorry Mounted Tableau were the New Glastonbury by Dot
Armitage & Co. and the Great Llanidloes Reef, put together by Heather Pugh & Co.
Best Decorated Vehicles went to the sound of Music by Gamble & Bocking and the
Visiting Queen from Newtown’s lorry. Best under 4 fancy dress was awarded to
Adam Lawrence for his fantastic Thomas the Tank engine costume, and in the 4-8 age
category, Jordans Jack in the Box was praised by judges. Connor Jones won best
costume in the 9-14 age category, dressed as a Pepperami, whilst best Junior Group
went to Friends for the Orient, courtesy of the 2nd Llanidloes Brownies. The Senior
Group Evie George & Group won for their appearance as Snow White & the Seven
Dwarfs.
Carnival Queen, Lucy said “I had a really great day, thank you to everyone who voted
for me.” Lucy’s next appearance will be at Rhayader Carnival on 22nd July. Her proud
mum Michelle said “Lots have people have commented to me what a lovely smiley
Carnival Queen Lucy was. It really was a great day and I know Lucy was very proud
to be chosen to represent Llanidloes.”
Margot Jones from Llanidloes Carnival Committee said “Overall we had a fantastic
day. We are absolutely thrilled with the days events we all had a superb time. We
wish to thank all the participants for making it a very special family and community
day. It is so great when every one joins in and we are already looking ahead to
Llanidloes Carnival 2007.”