Bonfire Night Buys
Remember, remember, the fifth of November,
Gunpowder, treason and plot
I see no reason, why gunpowder treason,
Should ever be forgot
That’s the rhyme which underpins the annual commemorations of Guy Fawkes’ failed attempt to blow up the houses of Parliament and King James I in 1605. Thankfully, it happened in a cold month, giving Britons a great excuse to gather round a fire and watch some fireworks light up the long Winter nights. With snow due in the UK this week, bonfire night will be all the more cosy and special.
If you have limited space for a bonfire, you can use these patio braziers to minimise the spread of fire or damage to your garden. There are also some bigger, cheaper, more basic versions that are like a metal bin with holes in – available from all decent garden centres.They are less aesthetically pleasing, but do the job. Braziers are very popular with men and a good alternative to the TV. From £69 at Prezzy box. You will need fuel and a good stick to poke it with.
Marshmellows on skewers are essential on Bonfire Night. Watch the fire and cook up a tasty treat at the same time – very popular with the kids. You can buy marshmellows online through A Quarter Of… they are very good at delivering, but you need to be in to sign for the package. Pop the flumps onto the end of a metal skewer or fork and be careful not to heat for too long! You can also roast chestnuts, throw bananas or potatoes wrapped infoil into the fire, or just enjoy the ambience.
Some good fireworks displays this Bonfire Night:
Bonfire nights in Leeds:
“Celebrate Bonfire Night with a bang this year at one of six spectacular community firework displays and bonfires taking place on Wednesday 5th November.
Organised by Leeds City Council these free events will provide an evening of entertainment and fun for all the family.
Once again tens of thousands of people are expected to gather at Roundhay Park to enjoy Leeds’ biggest bonfire and fireworks event. The bonfire will be lit at 7.30pm and the explosive fireworks display will start at 8pm.
Other events will also be held at Bramley Park, East End Park, Middleton Park, Springhead Park in Rothwell and Woodhouse Moor, where the bonfires will be lit at 7pm and the fireworks displays will start at 7.30pm.”
Click here for a list of firework displays in London.
This year’s celebrations in Edinburgh will take place at the Meadowbank Stadium from 6.30pm. Click here for more details.
The bonfire in Cardiff will take place in Coopers Field in Bute Park, just behind the castle, from 5.30pm. Click here for more details.
For a full lowdown on various events in Manchester for Guy Fawkes’ Night click here.
Bristol‘s celebrations will be at Durdham Downs from 6pm and involve an entrance fee.
Birmingham will be having a display at Pype Hayes park for free at 6pm. Click here for more info.
Carlisle Fireshow is this Saturday 1st November. Click here for more.
Glasgow Fireworks Night – click here for details.
In Aberdeen, the Banchory firework display will take place on Saturday 1st Novemember from 6pm. Click here to find out more.
Sparks in the Dark will be lighting up Swansea on 5th November.
Events will be held all over Newcastle, just take your pick.
For any more listings, just check here.
