RAIN failed to dampen spirits as Croft Carnival’s colourful parade meandered through the village today.
Fun and laughter filled the village (Image: Newsquest)
This year’s event had an Olympics theme.
A day to remember (Image: Newsquest)
Children dressed as athletes waved flags and cheered from decorated floats.
A day to remember (Image: Newsquest)
Amid flags, medals and trophies, there was a lively atmosphere as youngsters celebrated victory on the podium.
Trophies galore were on show (Image: Newsquest)
Rain failed to dampen spirits (Image: Newsquest)
Frankie Brady was crowned Carnival Queen alongside Chloe Hill as Princess and Martha Daley as Rosebud, accompanied by their retinues.
The village came together to make it a great day (Image: Newsquest)
Athletes from all over the world (Image: Newsquest)
Stalls offered a large variety of items on the village playing field.
Children loved dressing up (Image: Newsquest)
Carrying the Olympic torch (Image: Newsquest)
A falconry display, dance, music, children’s entertainer and rides were just some of the many attractions.
Tractors pulled floats through the village (Image: Newsquest)
Lots of fun-filled activities kept everyone entertained.
Medal winners celebrate on St Lewis' float (Image: Newsquest)
The carnival finished with a world-famous egg throwing competition.
Star Wars characters sprang to life (Image: Newsquest)
Girl in a Rubik's Cube which celebrates its 50th anniversary this year (Image: Newsquest)
Prizes were awarded for the best scarecrows, best dressed streets and best fancy dress.
The OIympics brings countries together (Image: Newsquest)
Carnival capers with a puppet on a string and a whoopie cushiion (Image: Newsquest)
A big thank you to everyone who worked so hard to make the day such a success.
Countries from all over the world were represented (Image: Newsquest)
Culcheth Eagles (Image: Newsquest)
Volunteers spent months planning and organising the event and putting together the carnival programme.
Flags of all nations celebrated the spirit of the Olympics (Image: Newsquest)
Water sports weren't forgotten (Image: Newsquest)
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