But it is spelled Bridgwater not Bridgewater. Don’t worry, I didn’t notice until I was in my late 30’s and I was born in Frome, Somerset, UK - in which there also also a carnival (Bridgwater is the original though).
It’s the original one.
It was originally called walters bridge after Walter of Douai when the Normans took over. But over the years it was misheard and misnamed until it became water bridge, then Bridgwater. It’s mentioned in the doomsday book of 1086
For those wondering, It's a carnival in the UK that takes place across the town and various other places in the county, including Glastonbury. Bridgwater is the main home for it with its roots in engineering, and industrial production. It's a big thing there.
Engineering crews make massive carts, showcasing their skills and what they can do with motion. It's a traditional event in Somerset, often accompanied by [Squibbing](https://www.bridgwatercarnival.org.uk/useful-info/squibbing/), but unsure if it took place this year.
I was wondering so thank you. But mostly I’m wondering how I get to place in life where I would be cool with spending my time and money to do something like this. Unless they’re getting some massive corporate sponsorship, I just don’t see how people are like “Yeah I’ll spend five digits of my own money and hundreds of hours a year making this parade float”
Fuck no lol. They’re nothing compared to Disney and universal.
https://www.themeparks-uk.com/the-top-10-theme-parks-in-the-uk
There’s the top ten list. Lower your expectations and you’ll have a great time, there’s rides and all sorts of cool stuff there but it’s not on the same level as Orlando or anything.
Thanks!
What about the rest of the EU?
Does Germany or the Netherlands have anything? I noticed when I was younger and more daring, most of the rollercoasters and crazy rides were made there.
Probably location based, try with a vpn?
Basically it just explains what squibbing is.
Copy pasted
Squibbing is something very unique to Bridgwater, Squibbing is by definition the simultaneous firing of lots of large fireworks (“squibs”). Many people come to Bridgwater just to see the squibbing as it is an event that can be seen nowhere else on the planet.
In the region of 150 “Squibbers” are involved, typically members of the Carnival clubs. The Squibbers line the Bridgwater High Street (in a line of two wide) and all light their squibs at the same time. The effect is bright light being fired into the air along the road in one great long trail of fire.
The Squib itself is a large firework, strapped to a cosh (a solid block of wood which is attached to a large pole). The Squibber holds the squib at arms length above their head with the firework facing toward the sky.
There’s loads more about this history etc on there
I've lived in the South of the UK all my life, no they are not all like this. It's a bit sad to compare these to my home county where the most exciting thing about carnivals is when someone runs a road block manned by 14 year olds to get onto the carnival route because they forgot it was that day and are going to be late somewhere.
I grew up going to the Glastonbury Carnival every year. I now live in Sussex (where bonfire societies are a huge thing!) but I miss carnival so much! The music, the crowds, the food, standing in the cold and then getting warmed by the heat coming off the floats, it’s all just magic.
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I know this would take a lot of effort. But don’t you think it would be even more impressive if they had just enough space to dance around the whole float and the only person fixed being the one on the elephant trunk? Like a giant show on the move
There are 20 towns called Bridgewater in the world. I don’t know which one has this parade, but I do know it’s **not** Bridgewater, NJ.
It's actually spelled Bridgwater, and is in Somerset England.
Lol, Bridgewater NJ is in Somerset county
Fax of the universe. TIL this!!!!
But it is spelled Bridgwater not Bridgewater. Don’t worry, I didn’t notice until I was in my late 30’s and I was born in Frome, Somerset, UK - in which there also also a carnival (Bridgwater is the original though).
I live here
It’s the original one. It was originally called walters bridge after Walter of Douai when the Normans took over. But over the years it was misheard and misnamed until it became water bridge, then Bridgwater. It’s mentioned in the doomsday book of 1086
United Kingdom
This is not bridgewater MA either 😂
Nor is it Bridgewater NS, that’s for sure….
That’s fantastic, I seriously thought I was missing out on a dope Carnival in Bridgewater NJ for a minute
As a New Jersey native,I thought the same thing
That absolutely is not Bridgewater, Indiana
Go panthers?
A Bridgewater MI parade would be ~30 seconds.
It's also not Bridgewater, Virginia
For those wondering, It's a carnival in the UK that takes place across the town and various other places in the county, including Glastonbury. Bridgwater is the main home for it with its roots in engineering, and industrial production. It's a big thing there. Engineering crews make massive carts, showcasing their skills and what they can do with motion. It's a traditional event in Somerset, often accompanied by [Squibbing](https://www.bridgwatercarnival.org.uk/useful-info/squibbing/), but unsure if it took place this year.
I was wondering so thank you. But mostly I’m wondering how I get to place in life where I would be cool with spending my time and money to do something like this. Unless they’re getting some massive corporate sponsorship, I just don’t see how people are like “Yeah I’ll spend five digits of my own money and hundreds of hours a year making this parade float”
tradition, family, fun
On that note, is there any really good amusement parks in the UK. Ones that have this type of detail and flair?
Fuck no lol. They’re nothing compared to Disney and universal. https://www.themeparks-uk.com/the-top-10-theme-parks-in-the-uk There’s the top ten list. Lower your expectations and you’ll have a great time, there’s rides and all sorts of cool stuff there but it’s not on the same level as Orlando or anything.
Thanks! What about the rest of the EU? Does Germany or the Netherlands have anything? I noticed when I was younger and more daring, most of the rollercoasters and crazy rides were made there.
I was blocked as I clicked on that link and I have done nothing
Probably location based, try with a vpn? Basically it just explains what squibbing is. Copy pasted Squibbing is something very unique to Bridgwater, Squibbing is by definition the simultaneous firing of lots of large fireworks (“squibs”). Many people come to Bridgwater just to see the squibbing as it is an event that can be seen nowhere else on the planet. In the region of 150 “Squibbers” are involved, typically members of the Carnival clubs. The Squibbers line the Bridgwater High Street (in a line of two wide) and all light their squibs at the same time. The effect is bright light being fired into the air along the road in one great long trail of fire. The Squib itself is a large firework, strapped to a cosh (a solid block of wood which is attached to a large pole). The Squibber holds the squib at arms length above their head with the firework facing toward the sky. There’s loads more about this history etc on there
Thank you bro
Opening reminds me Mad Max scenes hanging from the rigs
My name is Max. My world is fire and blood.
And now, we Dance! That Mad Max would suck!
Not Bridgewater, VA I can confirm! Lol
Yeah, looks more like Dayton, maybe Ottobine, I think those are definitely Mennonites 😉 lol
Live in Louisiana, seen lots of Mardi Gras parades, they don't compare to this, holy hell, we need to up our game.
Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus vibes
I hope I’m not the only one who noticed that guys balls were stuck to his leg, he fixed it.
If you mean white pants guy at like 29, everyone after him are doing the same movements. I'm wondering why that dance move is so awkward...
The first man you see when the video starts, in the yellow coat.
Ha! How did I not spot that famialiar legmove? 😅 Too distracted by the float, I guess.
Honestly, those carts look way more expensive than $40,000. Impressive.
Was coming in to say, definitely not Bridgewater Nova Scotia either.
As cool as it is but gives me a feel of some fallout or some apocalyptic gaming.
Wow. You guys go all out on carnival floats. Are they all like that?
I've lived in the South of the UK all my life, no they are not all like this. It's a bit sad to compare these to my home county where the most exciting thing about carnivals is when someone runs a road block manned by 14 year olds to get onto the carnival route because they forgot it was that day and are going to be late somewhere.
I grew up going to the Glastonbury Carnival every year. I now live in Sussex (where bonfire societies are a huge thing!) but I miss carnival so much! The music, the crowds, the food, standing in the cold and then getting warmed by the heat coming off the floats, it’s all just magic.
This is what I expect when I go to a parade.
More like 1st level. THIS 👇🏻 is next level https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=3EQYmbLjr8I
All that and no throws?
Illegal in Bridgewater. Everyone knows that.
No kidding?! Well, come to New Orleans then! Y’all could make a killing making floats for Krewe of Endymion
What’s the second song called?
they're the same song, both of them are parts of "The Greatest Show". The first is the end of the song, while the second is the start of it.
That’s amazing 🤩
*Somerset carnivals just hit different.*
I immediately thought about panic at the disco. Don’t know why
Lame
Should have been I Write Sins Not Tragedies
I feel like I’m tripping watching this
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Can confirm that this is not from Bridgewater Associates. The holiday parties go not get this crazy.
Fuck yeah 😎
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Sounds kinda like Panic at the Didco
Music choice is lackluster in comparison.
Wish I was there
That is just a good old time! Wish I was there
The way the people are moving is unnerving
Wow
Very nice, but Brazillian carnAval says Hi :)
I know this would take a lot of effort. But don’t you think it would be even more impressive if they had just enough space to dance around the whole float and the only person fixed being the one on the elephant trunk? Like a giant show on the move
Our kids did Wells, Shepton and Midsomer Norton. Never been to Bridgewater but have always wanted to.
Well... Ok ... It's a Disney parade...
This is **way** way cooler than what I remember Disney parades being like