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Best Bonfires in the South West
24 Oct 2024
With the days getting colder and darker and Halloween celebrations in full swing, there’s no denying we are well and truly into autumn. The next big thing? Bonfire Night. Enjoy sparkling fireworks, warm bonfires, and sweet treats with our round up of the best Bonfire Night Events in the South West.
Cornwall
Newquay Firework Display
Saturday 2nd November 2024 – 6pm
Celebrate Guy Fawkes with a bang the NQY Sports Centre, with six bars, five food vendors, inflatable fun fair, cinema screen, DJ and after party, and of course spectacular fireworks!
Falmouth Fireworks Display
Tuesday 4th November 2024 - 7pm
Falmouth Firefighters will be lighting up the sky with their firework display to music at the Falmouth Cricket Club! This annual celebration and community event is not one to be missed, with hot food stalls, drinks, children's rides, and live music!
Devon
The Tar Barrels of Ottery St Mary
Tuesday 5th November 2024 – 7pm
The Tar Barrels of Ottery St Mary have a rich history dating back to the 17th century. Leading up to Bonfire Night, the organisers soak the barrels with tar, for the infamous display of the lit tar barrels carried through the town centre in the evening.
Plymouth Hoe Bonfire Night
Tuesday 5th November 2024 – 7pm
Plymouth Hoe’s Smeaton’s Tower Lighthouse provides the back drop for the perfect Bonfire Night. The grand lighting of the bonfire will happen at 7pm and features Guy Fawkes sat on top! The firework display begins at 7:30pm.
Teignmouth and Shaldon Bonfire and Fireworks
Saturday 26th October 2024 - 6:30pm
Watch the dazzling fireworks at Teignmouth Point from the warmth of the bonfire on Shaldon Beach. The family event includes food stalls, and this year’s theme is Pirates of the Caribbean, with children encouraged to bring pirate effigies to the bonfire in the afternoon. The bonfire will be lit at 6:30pm, with fireworks starting at 7:15pm.
Somerset
Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival
Saturday 2nd November 2024 – 6pm
The annual Guy Fawkes Carnival in Bridgwater is one of the oldest carnivals in the UK, and it’s definitely worth visiting! Street theatre and marching bands will be leading up to the carnival from 10am, and fireworks and fair rides provide the perfect ending to an eventful day.
Weston-Super-Mare Fireworks At Sea
Friday 25th October – 6:30pm
Witness a fantastic display at Weston-Super-Mare's Grand Pier. Enjoy unlimited rides included in your ticket price, along with food options and the annual firework display!