Carnival is back – just in time to celebrate its 50th anniversary!

Since starting in 1968, St Pauls Carnival has become recognised as one of Bristol’s most iconic and culturally significant events. After three years off, Carnival is now back thanks to the hard graft of many in the local community.

Photography 6th July, 2018

Beezer and Mark Simmons

Since starting in 1968, St Pauls Carnival has become recognised as one of Bristol’s most iconic and culturally significant events. After three years off, Carnival is now back thanks to the hard graft of many in the local community.

The Carnival procession will pass underneath some of the stunning murals of the ‘Seven Saints’ of St Pauls, including that of Carmen Beckford – community development worker and one of the initial organisers of Carnival. Here are some lush shots from across the ages that capture some of that spirit born from the Windrush generation.

Wall Posse B-Girl, 1986, Photographer: Beezer

1999, Photographer: Mark Simmons

Iquator Sound System, 1985, Photographer: Beezer

2005, Photographer: Mark Simmons

Nellee And DJ. Milo (Wild Bunch ), circa 1985, Photographer: Beezer

Outside the Black & White cafe, 1998, Photographer: Mark Simmon

Outside the Black & White cafe, 1998, Photographer: Mark Simmons

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Carnival is back – just in time to celebrate its 50th anniversary!

Since starting in 1968, St Pauls Carnival has become recognised as one of Bristol’s most iconic and culturally significant events. After three years off, Carnival is now back thanks to the hard graft of many in the local community.

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Since starting in 1968, St Pauls Carnival has become recognised as one of Bristol’s most iconic and culturally significant events. After three years off, Carnival is now back thanks to the hard graft of many in the local community.

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