The Torchlight Procession has been the Spectacular Finale to our Carnival Week since 1971 and has given much pleasure over the years, Unfortunately it's Future is now in jeopardy.

In 2019 the Bridport Carnival Committee were notified that Balfour Beatty Group/South West Highways were no longer prepared to close A35 Road at the Crown Roundabout and Miles Cross for the half hour it takes for the procession to cross the road in safety from the traffic.They have been the prime contractors since 1996 and assured us the road would never affect our Carnival. 

There are no alternative route we can take and without the income from Torchlight, Carnival would no longer be viable.

We have been waiting for meetings between parties but due to Covid-19 this have been postponed and no response from letters sent. We want to lobby the decision makers and get a swift resolution so that we can plan a Spectacular 2022 event.

So please help us to Save Bridport Torchlight by signing and sharing .. BRIDPORT NEEDS YOU !!!

Bridport Carnival Committee