Large Paper Heads 1994
There have been all kinds of paper sculptures in the parade. These are made for one person to hold.
Big Banana at the Carnival
A 3 person sculpture in the form of a banana.
Fantastic Balsall Heath Banner 2001
The "Fantastic Balsall Heath" Banner 7 years on.
Fantastic Balsall Heath
This banner was made for the 1994 carnival but was a regular feature of several other carnivals after that.
Flags of all nations
But why have just one flag leading the parade? This is the front end of the 1988 parade.
I love a parade
The Balsall Heath Carnival has been running since 1977 and the parade has always been a major part of it. The parade winds it way around the local streets and finishes at the carnival show ground. It ...
Dick Atkinson Says
Political Statement or Gardening advice?
The Friar Tuck
Themed Food stand
Find your key
Run by St Paul's School. We had a key box with a glass front & a £1 note inside. People paid for 3 keys. What was shocking about this was that the week before carnival I went round to lots of friends ...
Training Children 1978
A ride for children named "Tingha and Tucker Railway". "Tingha and Tucker" were popular children's TV characters from the 60s.
Seaside Photos 2006
The "Seaside Photo" again this time it's 2006 - 26 years on - and this time it's also the "throw things at people for charity" stall as well.
Seaside Photos 1980
The ever-popular "seaside photo" this version is from 1980
Custard Pie Wall 1987
Raising funds for a good cause and fun for, at least, some of the participants.
A view from the train at Balsall Heath Carnival
"During the afternoon, several trains were seen to stop on the bridge overlooking Seven Streets Park and Malvern Street. Were the signals against them, or did the drivers stop to witness one of the most ...
Gladiator Duel 1997
A sideshow for the children
Quad Bikes in Pickwick Park
"My kids cost me a bomb on carnival day. They go off and spend it on quad bikes, food etc. There is free stuff too, the Children’s Centre have their stall where you can colour, paint and make cards and ...
A Donkey Cart
A donkey and trap joins the parade past the library on Moseley Road. The gentleman immediately behind the trap is Ron Ford. The building to the right became a Sikh Temple.