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Hundreds gather for community event featuring prehistoric visitors
Hundreds of residents came together to celebrate their community over a Big Lunch event.
The Carnforth Big Lunch 2025 took place on Saturday, July 12, seeing residents and visitors of all ages gather to enjoy picnics and shared meals in the sunshine.
Town clerk and event organiser Bob Bailey said: 'This year's Big Lunch was one of our most memorable yet. The weather was glorious, the entertainment was top-notch, and the community spirit was truly heartwarming. It's a reminder of how powerful it is when people come together.
'Under blazing summer sunshine, the heart of Carnforth came alive, it was a vibrant celebration of community spirit, creativity, and connection.'
The event took place from 12pm-4pm, hosting two sittings in the town centre inviting the community to share a meal together in the street.
The afternoon brought a range of exciting entertainment to Carnforth including performances from Northern Heights Dance & Aerial, and Big Foot Events who delighted the crowd with life-sized dinosaurs that roamed the streets, interacting with children and adults alike.
Crowds were entertained by prehistoric visitors! (Image: Carnforth Big Lunch)
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The community were also treated to some local dance and musical theatre talent with performances from LDS Theatre Arts, and a cast of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat from Morecambe Amateur Operatic and Dramatic Society.
Alongside picnics and shared dishes, the Big Lunch welcomed local vendors Super 8 Pizza, The Far Pavilion and Koselig Coffee, while local station Beyond Radio provided the soundtrack, with interviews, music, and community shout-outs throughout the afternoon.
Mr Bailey added: 'The Carnforth Big Lunch continues to grow as a beloved local event, celebrating the town's community spirit and the connections that make it strong.'
