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📝 About the Event

• What we will be doing: We have been invited to take part in this years Rothwell Carnival Parade. We will join other charities, musical groups and dancers to walk through the town, celebrating Rothwell’s Carnival. This is great opportunity to get dressed up and raise awareness of Little Hiccups. There is no official theme to the parade, however the more colourful your outfit the better!!!! There is also a number of stalls and activities to explore once the parade has finished.

• Is it structured? This is a structured event and we will be led by the team organising the carnival. There may be some waiting around but we will do our best to make this as fun as possible. It will be a noisy and busy event so please keep this in mind when considering if it is appropriate for you and your family. Once the parade begins, it will take around 45 minutes.
• Who it’s for & Group Size: We would like as many people as possible to take part in the parade, we need to know who to is attending so this can be shared to the committee organising the parade. The route is fully accessible.
• Date & Time: Saturday 11th July – Arrive by 10.30am for the parade to begin promptly at 11am (more details about the meeting point will be shared closer to the date).

🚗 Getting There & Arrival

• Venue Address: Rothwell (meeting point TBC )
• Venue Website: Rothwell and District Carnival Committee Facebook Page – Facebook
• Parking & Drop-Off: There are a number of car parks within Rothwell.
• Finding Little Hiccups: We will confirm the meeting point ASAP. We will be as colourful as possible and have a Little Hiccups banner with us.

🚶 Moving Around

• Space: This event is all outside. The parade is through the town and accessible. The main carnival will be on a grassed area.
• Seating: There may be some benches available but please bring a chair if this something that would be of benefit.

🚽 Toilets & Changing Facilities

• Standard Accessible Toilet: There are some accessible toilets within Morrisons in Rothwell. There will be Portaloos onsite of the carnival.
• Changing Places Toilet: The nearest Changing Places Toilet is at Stourton Park and Ride (around 1.8 miles away). Follow this link for more information – Changing Places Toilets
• Family & All-Gender Toilets: There are a number of toilet options within Rothwell.
• Baby Changing: This is available at Morrisons in Rothwell.

🎧 Sensory & Calm Spaces

As this is an external event, we can not guarantee there will be a quiet space available.

🍰 Food & Drinks

Please ensure you bring a drink and snacks whilst waiting for the parade to begin and during the parade. There will be some stalls to purchase refreshments after the parade. PLEASE NOTE: No alcohol is to be consumed during the parade.

🌳 Outdoor Spaces

• Paths & Ground: The parade finishes in Rothwell Park. Some paths my be slightly uneven at times.
• Play & Seating: There is a park within Rothwell as well as the stalls and activities as part of the carnival. There is some seating within Rothwell Park but we would advise that you bring your own if this is something you need.
• Hazards to Note: There is a stream through Springhead Park in Rothwell. The park is also close to a busy road.

⛑️ Safety & Support

• First Aid: There will be designated first aid tent at the Carnival. Speak to a member of the team if you need any assistance.
• Emergency Evacuation: As this is an external event, we will follow the instruction of the carnival committee in an emergency.

🎟️ How to Book

Ready to join us? Book below to secure your family’s spot on our event!

For any specific questions about this event’s layout or accessibility arrangements, please always feel free to drop us an email at
info@littlehiccups.co.uk and we will be super happy to help you out!