Bonfire Night: Fireworks displays in London 2011
If you want to enjoy the "ooh" and "aah" of London's fireworks displays for Bonfire Night, then look no further than LBC's guide to the best displays throughout the capital.
Starting on the 4th and 5th November and continuing until the 12th, don't miss this year's spectacular pyrotechnics.
If you know of any other displays in and around London, please email us.
*PLEASE NOTE: We publish all events sent to us in good faith. The radio station cannot be responsible for incorrect information sent to us, or for cancellations of events at the last minute.
Friday 4th November 2011
Bromley
Cheshunt
Kingston
Totteridge
Westway
Wimbledon Park
Barking
Battersea Park
Beckenham
Blackheath
Barnes
Bexleyheath
Carshalton
Chislehurst
Ealing
Enfield
Epsom
Isle of Dogs
Knockholt
Leeds Castle
Legoland
Limehouse
Mill Hill
Morden Park
Ravenscourt Park
South Woodford
Southgate
Southwark Park
Sudbury
Upminster
Walthamstow
Wanstead
Whitechapel
Sunday 6th November 2011
Richmond
Saturday 12th November 2011
Snaresbrook
Friday 4th November 2011
Bromley
Norman Park Fireworks Display
Location: Norman Park, Hayes Lane, Bromley, BR2 9EF
Date: Friday 4th November 2011
Time: Gates open at 5pm, bonfire 7.30 pm, display 8pm
Tickets: Adults £5 (14 plus & Unaccompanied Children), Children £3 (5 to 13), under 5s free
Further details: Funfair, Free Limited On Site Car Parking
Cheshunt
1st Cheshunt Scout Group Firework Spectacular
Location: Burleigh Primary School, Blindmans Lane, Cheshunt, Herts EN8 9DP
Date: Friday 4th November 2011
Time: Gates open 6.30pm, Fireworks Start 7.15pm
Tickets: Entry £4 , Children under 3 years old FREE
Further details: BBQ available. No pets allowed
Kingston Fireworks Display
When: Friday 4th November 2011
Where: Kingsmeadow Stadium, Kingston Rd
Tickets for the Kingston fireworks display are £6 for adults and £4 for children on the gate, £4 for adults and £3 for children if purchased in advance through the official website.
Totteridge Fireworks Display
Location: Totteridge Milhillians Cricket Club, Totteridge Green, N20 8PB
Date: Friday 4th November 2011
Time: Gates open at 5.00pm, bonfire lit 6.30pm, display 7.15pm.
Tickets: Adult £7.00, children under 14 £5.00, and toddlers and infants go free. Family ticket (two adults and three children) £20.00.
You can buy tickets from the Club House at the Cricket Ground. For more info call 020 3519 2779.
Westway Fireworks Display
When: Friday 4th November 2011
Where: Maxilla Gardens W10 (off St. Mark's Road)
Fire jugglers and other performances, giant bonfire and massive firework display free for all. Everyone welcome.
Gates open 6pm, fireworks 7pm
Wimbledon Park Fireworks
When: Friday 4th November 2011
Venue: Wimbledon Park
Times: 5.15pm - Gates open. 6.45pm - First fireworks display. Come and enjoy a Disney theme. This display is more suitable for young children. 8.30pm Second fireworks display. Come and be WOWED by the 'Best of British'
Fairground, stalls and refreshments open until 10.00pm.
Tickets are only available on the gates on the night. Adults - £7.00, 16's and under - £5.00, 4s and under - free entry. Family ticket (2 adults, 2 children - under 16) £20.00
Saturday 5th November 2011
Barking Fireworks Display
Location: Barking Park, Longridge Road, Barking IG11 8TA
Date: Saturday 5th November 2011
Time: Gates and funfair open 5.30pm, concert 6.15pm, fireworks from 8pm
Tickets: Adults £5, childrten 16 and under £1 when accompanied by an adult.
Further details: No personal sparklers, fireworks and alcohol.
Battersea Park Fireworks Display
When: Saturday 5th November 2011
Where: Battersea Park
A large food court and bar will open from 6pm, choose to buy from an international bbq, noodle bar, Mexican, hot dogs and burgers, roasted chestnuts, toffee apples, candy floss, jacket potatoes, vegetarian feast and speciality sausage stall. Mulled wine and beer can be purchased at the bar. Soft drinks and hot drinks can be purchased from the food trailers.
Price: Adults - £10. Under 10s - Free.
Gates open: 6pm, Bonfire lit: 7.30pm, Fireworks: 8pm
Beckenham Fireworks 2011
When: Saturday 5th November 2011
Where: Croydon Road Recreation Ground, Beckenham
Funfair and fireworks display organised by Beckenham Round Table. There are entrances on Croydon Road and Village Way. No alcohol.
Blackheath Fireworks
Location: Blackheath Common, Blackheath, London SE3 0TY
Date: Saturday 5th November 2011
Time: Gates open 5pm, display from 8pm
Tickets: Free (however the public can give donations at several locations at the event)
Further details: Funfair, food and fully licensed bars open from 5pm.
No parking on the Heath and traffic enforcement operates in surrounding roads. Only Blue Badge holders can park at the event.
Stay safe - please leave fireworks and sparklers at home.
Barnes Fireworks Display
When: Saturday 5th November 2011
Where: Barnes Sports Club
Display: 19:45
Admission: £10.00 adults, £5.00 children. Kids under 5 go free. Family ticket £20.00
BexleyHeath - Danson Park Fireworks Display
Location: Danson Park, Bexleyheath, Kent DA6 8HL
Date: Saturday 5th November 2011
Time: gates open 6pm
Tickets: in advance, adults £4, children £3. On the gate: Adults and children £5
Further details: Please use public transport - limited parking available at £10. No sparklers or alcohol allowed.
Carshalton Fireworks Display
When: 5th November 2011
Where: Carshalton Park, Ruskin Road
For one of the largest charity firework displays in the South East of England come to our Carshalton Fireworks for our 53rd annual bonfire night display.
Timing: Gates open 5pm
Price: Adults £7.50. Children under 5 FREE
Chislehurst Fireworks
Where: Chislehurst Recreation Ground
When: Saturday 5th November 2011
From: 18:00
Bonfire: 19:00
Display: 19:30
Admission: Advance tickets £5.00 for adults and £2.50 for kids aged 2 - 14
Taking place at the Chislehurst Recreation Ground, the Chislehurst fireworks display celebrates Guy Fawkes Night in traditional style with pyrotechnics, a bonfire and family entertainment.
Ealing Fireworks Display
Location: Ealing Cricket Club, Corfton Road, Ealing, W5 2HS
Date: Saturday 5th November 2011
Time: Gates open 6pm, display from 7.30pm
Tickets: Adults £6.00, children under 14 £4.00
Further details: Mulled wine, BBQ.
Enfield Town Firework Display
When: Saturday 5th November 2011
Where: Enfield Town Park
Now in its 37th year, the event has become the biggest and best local fireworks display.
Timing: 6pm - Gates open, 7.30pm - Fireworks begin, 10pm - Gates close
Price: Adults £6, Children £4
Epsom Fireworks
When: Saturday 5th November 2011
Where: Hook Road Arena, Hook Road, Epsom KT19 9XG
All proceeds towards local charities.
Large funfair & bonfire!
Timing: Gates open 5.30pm, Fireworks begin 7.30pm
Cost: Adults £7.50, Children under 5 go free
Isle of Dogs - Millwall Park Firework Display
Location: Millwall Park, Isle of Dogs, E14 3DN
Date: Saturday 5th November 2011
Time: Display from 7.30pm
Tickets: Entry free
Knockholt Fireworks
When: Saturday 5th November 2011
Where: Blueberry Lane, Knockholt, Kent TN14 7LL
Knockholt bonfire night and fireworks.
Time: 18:00
Cost: Adult - £6; Child (under 16) - £4; Family (2+2) - £18; Child under 3 free
Gates open: 18:00 Bonfire Lit: 18:45 Fireworks start: 19:30
Leeds Castle Fireworks
When: Saturday 5th November 2011
Where: Leeds Castle, Kent
Hailed as one of the finest firework displays in the country. A pyrotechnic spectacular set to foot tapping film scores all the family can sing along to. Come for the evening performance or arrive early to catch the afternoon entertainment.
Timings: Car park opens at 1pm. Event site opens at 2pm. Last admission is at 5pm. Display commences at 5.30pm (approx. 30 minutes).
Price: Adults: £18; Child (under 16 years): £10
Group rates (15 or more) Adult: £15; Child: £9
Under 4’s free (must be reserved at the time of booking)
Legoland Fireworks Display
When: Saturday 5th November 2011
Where: Legoland Windsor
Enjoy a fireworks display themed around Scooby Doo and the Curse of the Lake Monster and activities at the theme park.
Price: Admission includes entrance to LEGOland: Adults £45.
Children (3-15) and senior citizens £35. Under 3 free.
Limehouse - Bartlett Park Firework Display
Location: Bartlett Park, E14 6JP
Date: Saturday 5th November
Time: Display from 7.30pm
Tickets; Free entry
Mill Hill - Barnet District Scouts Annual Fireworks Display
Location: Frith Grange Scout Camp Site , Frith Lane, Barnet, NW7 1PT
Date: Saturday 5th November 2011
Time: Gates open 6pm, Display 7.15pm
Tickets: Adults £5, Children aged 11 and under free.
Further details: Free car parking opposite the entrance to Finchley Golf Club in Frith Lane.
Hot food, Hot drinks, Games.
Morden Park Fireworks
When: Saturday 5th November 2011
Venue: Morden Park
Times: 5.15pm - Gates open. 6.45pm - First fireworks display. Come and enjoy a Disney theme. This display is more suitable for young children. 8.30pm Second fireworks display. Come and be WOWED by the 'Best of British'
Fairground, stalls and refreshments open until 10.00pm.
Tickets are only available on the gates on the night. Adults - £7.00, 16's and under - £5.00, 4s and under - free entry. Family ticket (2 adults, 2 children - under 16) £20.00
Ravenscourt Park fireworks
Date: Saturday 5th November 2011
Time: Gates open 6pm, kids display 7.15pm, main 8.00pm
Tickets: £5 per person if bought in advance (Lyric Theatre, Hammersmith W6) or £7 at the door. Under 5s go free
Further details: No admittance after fireworks start
South Woodford - Holy Trinity Church Firework Party
Location: Holy Trinity Church, Hermon Hill, South Woodford, London E18 1QQ
Date: Saturday 5th November 2011
Time: Gates open 6.30pm, bonfire from 7pm, display from 7.30pm
Tickets: £6 Adults, £3 Children aged 5+ to 16 (18 if still at school)
Further details: Local offstreet parking.
Home made soup and hot dogs available at reasonable prices.
This is a family friendly event.
Southgate - The Walker Ground Annual Fireworks Display
Location: The Walker Cricket Ground, Waterfall Road, Southgate, London N14 7JZ
Date: Saturday 5th November 2011
Time: Gates Open at 5pm. Fireworks at 8pm.
Tickets: Adult/OAP £5 in advance, £6 on the day, Child (U16s only) £3 and £4
Family £14 in advance only, Under 4s free
Further details:
Full Bar, mulled wine, food stalls, kids rides. Disabled parking available only - car park will close at 3pm
For more information see above website or tel 07930 131 151 or email: wcgtfireworks@yahoo.co.uk
Southwark Park Fireworks
Location: Southwark Park, SE16
Date: Saturday 5th November 2011
Time: Gates open 6pm, display from 7pm
Tickets: Free entry
Further details: Entertainment from 6pm, funfair, food stalls
Sudbury - Free Fireworks Display
Location: Barham Park, Harrow Road, Sudbury, HA0 2HB
Date: Saturday 5th November 2011
Time: Funfair starts at 6pm and firework display starts at 8.30pm.
Tickets; Entry free
Further details; Fireworks, laser show, funfair and music. No dogs and no personal fireworks. There is no parking available.
Upminster - Family firework display
Location: Upminster Junior and Infant school field, Entrance via side of Crumpled Horn pub, Corbets Tey Road, Upminster RM14 2AJ
Date: Saturday 5th November 2011
Time: Gates open 5pm, display from 6.30pm
Tickets: Tickets in advance in junior school playground 3-3.30pm from Monday 31 Oct to Friday 4th November. £5 adult, £3 child, preschoolers free.
Tickets on day: Near Superdrug on Corbets Tey Road from 10am - 2pm.
Plus available on the gate.
£6 adult, £4 child, preschoolers free.
Further details: No parking on school site but parking in local car parks (20p for 2 hours).
Glow/flashing items for sale. Hot food by Lanes Brasserie and the Wok Man. Hot drinks and tuck shop too! NO SPARKLERS.
Walthamstow - Waltham Forest Fireworks 2011
Location: Chestnuts Field, behind, Waltham Forest Town Hall, Forest Rd, London, E17 4JF
Date: Saturday 5th November 2011
Time: Gates open 5pm, display from 8.30pm
Tickets: Adults £4, children £3
Further details: Fireworks, funfair and international food market
Wanstead - Free Fireworks Display
Location: Wanstead Flats, Centre Road, Wanstead E7 0DJ
Date: Saturday 5th November 2011
Time: Gates open 6.45pm, display from 7.45pm
Tickets: Free entry
Further details:Fireworks with galactic-themed music, variety of hot food and drinks available
Whitechapel - Weavers Fields Fireworks Display
Location: Weavers Fields, E2
Date: Saturday 5th November
Time: Display from 7.30pm
Tickets: Entry free
Sunday 6th November 2011
Richmond Fireworks
When: Sunday 6th November 2011
Where: Richmond Athletics Ground, Old Deer Park, Richmond
The Richmond fireworks display is back again, bringing a spectacular collection of fireworks and fun to West London. A real favourite for locals, the Richmond fireworks display remains incredibly popular thanks to a family friendly atmosphere and a display that’s always of the highest quality.
Timing: Gates open 5pm, Fireworks begin 7pm
Cost: Adults £8, Children £5
Saturday 12th November 2011
Snaresbrook - Olympic Firework Display
Location: College Place, Snaresbrook, London E17 3PY
Date: Saturday 12th November 2011
Time: Gates open 4pm, display from 7pm
Tickets: Adult £12, children £6 (includes food). Tickets are STRICTLY LIMITED and available on a first-come first-served basis.
Further details: Forest‘s Big Band, over 30 Christmas stalls, Fairground rides, glowsticks, sweets, face painting, mulled wine, beer, refreshments