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If you are in the mood for gunpowder, treason and plot this Bonfire night, then head over to your local fireworks display to watch a safe and impressive display from the pyrotechnic experts
London and South East
Fireworks at Alexandra Palace
8 November 2008
It might seem somewhat surprising that a building that suffered greatly in two destructive fires should be known as a venue for some of the biggest fireworks displays in the capital, but every year Alexandra Palace stages a fantastic display to mark the demise of Guy Fawkes.
A host of attractions keep the whole family entertained throughout the evening, including an indoor funfair, ice rink sessions and an inflatable Kiddies Kingdom.
www.alexandrapalace.com
Battersea Park Fireworks Display
1 November 2008
One of the most famous and spectacular firework displays in London takes place in Battersea Park every year. Around 40,000 warmly-dressed folk 'ooh' and 'aaah' and drink mulled wine. Enter by any gate and you're sure to catch the festivities. Fireworks start at 8pm
www.wandsworth.gov.uk
Fireworks Party at The Hop Farm, Kent
1 and 2 November 2008
Celebrate Guy Fawkes Night with two sensational firework displays and family fun at The Hop Farm Country Park. The displays will be synchronised with music from KMFM. A display specifically for children will take place at 5pm on the Saturday evening with colourful fireworks but less noisy bangs for sensitive little ears. This is followed by another display at 8pm. On the Sunday there is one display at 8pm. There's also an indoor children's area with free face painting and firework and sports related make and take activities.
www.thehopfarm.co.uk
Lewes Bonfire Night celebrations
5 November 2008
There have been times when interference from the authorities has quickly motivated the Bonfire Council to defend not only the rituals of a unique and historical event which is part of the heritage of Lewes, but also the rights and freedom of the Bonfire Boys and Girls to process through the narrow streets of Lewes. Discover the specific origins of the stunning costumed processions and spectacular firework displays observed today in Lewes.
www.lewesbonfirecouncil.org.uk
Winchester Bonfire Night
8 November 2008
Join Winchester's locals to celebrate Guy Fawkes Night with a torchlit procession from Broadway to North Walls through the medieval centre of the town. Afterwards, a fireworks display is held in the North Walls leisure centre beside the Winnall Nature Reserve.
www.hants.gov.uk
Bournemouth Firework Display
8 November 2008
Littledown Park in Bournemouth is the centre of the Bonfire Night celebrations in England's grooviest seaside town. The sky explodes with coloured stars at the Family Display, suitable for younger children. There is also a Rainbow Display, the very loud White Knuckle Display, a free kids' disco, a soft play area and a bouncy castle.
www.bournemouthfireworks.com
Guy Fawkes Celebrations, Weymouth
5 November 2008
Fireworks light up the Bay of Weymouth for the annual Guy Fawkes celebrations, which include a beach bonfire, a funfair and a competition for the best Guy.
www.weymouth.gov.uk
The Midlands
Bonfire & Fireworks Display, Wolverhampton
1 November 2008
Enjoy the bonfire, fireworks, stalls and funfair at West Park. There will be a children's fireworks display plus a fantastic firework display set to popular music. See the Mayor light the bonfire and the park come alive to the sound of fireworks as you witness a fantastic display set to pop music.
www.wolvescivic.co.uk
The Oxford Round Table Firework Display, South Park
11 November 2008
The Oxford Round Table celebrates the demise of Guy Fawkes, raises money for charity and entertains the people of Oxford all in one go. The oldest and largest fireworks display in the area attracts people from all walks of life to huddle round the bonfire and to admire the spectacle that lights up the cold night sky. There is also a funfair after the display and plenty of refreshments to keep people warm.
www.whatsonwhen.com
The North
Carlisle Fireshow
1 November 2008
Exploding high above Bitts Park on the banks of the River Eden, the Fireshow is Carlisle's traditional bonfire night celebration, remembering Guy Fawkes' terrorist plot. Most of Carlisle turns out to see the display.
www.carlisle.gov.uk
For more information about visiting the countryside, see www.enjoyengland.com/ruralescapes and for a comprehensive and searchable events listing, visit www.enjoyengland.com/events
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