Is this time of the year, where London’s sky lights up with beautiful full of colour fireworks. Celebrating the failure of Guy Fawkes attempt to blow up King James I and his government on 5th of November 1605. Now the people around the UK celebrating this day in a very beautiful and entertaining way. Bonfire has turned into a night of fun, offering attractions for old and young, in different themes and some delicious food to nibble on.
This list has some an unusual twist, instead of only offering a bonfire display, it offers places with an unbeatable view of the fireworks and other great displays around London.
1. Arcelor Mittal Orbit
Olympic Park offers a stunning look at the fireworks taking place around London, with a view for 20 miles and a nice bar on the site to grab a drink or two.
When: November 3rd
Tickets: £16.50 (kids £10.50)
Times: 7pm to 10pm
Booking and details: arcelormittalorbit.com
Address: Olympic Park, Stratford, E20 2ST
2. Alexandra Palace
Offering a spectacular firework display, with street food and a German beer festival. What better way to enjoy the fireworks than with yummy food, well how about indoor disco, ice skating rink and the famous DJ Norman Jay.
When: November 2nd-3rd
Tickets: £12 for adults, £9.50 for 11-15 years and £1 for kids age 10 or under.
Times: Fireworks at 9pm (Friday), 8pm (Saturday). There’s a laser show both evenings, half an hour before the fireworks start.
Booking and details: fireworks.london
Address: Alexandra Palace, N22 7AY
3.Battersea Park
This is of the most famous displays in London, so keep in mind that it will be extremely busy. However the show is spectacular and worth the wait. After that you can enjoy a good drink or meal at one of the restaurants near the riverside.
When: November 3rd
Tickets: Usually sell out in advance, so it’s best to book online. They cost £10 (plus a £1 booking fee), or free for children under 10.
Times: Gates open from 6pm and the bonfire will be lit at 7.30pm. Fireworks start 8pm and there will be no entry after this time.
Booking and details: enablelc.org
Address: Battersea Park, Albert Bridge Road, SW11 4PX
4. Barnes
Barnes offers a more traditional celebration, with games plenty of yummy food mulled wine and a fun disco party afterwards
When: November 3rd
Tickets: Adult ticket £10, Child ticket £5, Family ticket £25
Times: Gates open at 5.30 pm with fireworks at 7.45 pm.
Booking and details: barnessportsclub.org
Address: The Club House, Lonsdale Road, Barnes, SW13 9Q
5. Bishops Park Fireworks
Bonfires can also be romantic. This year the theme is hearths so during the display there will be everyone’s all-time favourite love songs.
When: November 2nd
Tickets: £8 (under-fives go free).
Times: Gates open at 6pm. Children’s display is at 7.15pm and main display is 8pm.
Booking and details: lbhf.gov.uk
Address: Stevenage Road, Fulham SW6 6HH
6. Blackheath
This will be one of the shortest firework displays. However, the funfair will fill the nigh with excitement and amusement.
When: November 3rd
Tickets: Free with no booking necessary (though donations are welcomed).
Times: Entry from midday, fireworks at 8pm.
Booking and details: lewisham.gov.uk
Address: Shooters Hill Rd, SE3 0TY
7. Chislehurst Fireworks
Colourful display with dance performances from local schools.
When: November 3
Tickets: In advance it’s £9 for adults, £4 for kids and £20 for family ticket (two adults, three children). On the gate it’s £10 adults, £5 for children (four-14 years) and a family ticket (including three children) is £25.
Times: Fireworks start at 7pm.
Booking and details: visitchislehurst.org.uk
Address: Chislehurst Recreation Ground, Empress Drive, BR7 5BG
8. Crystal Palace Park
This event promises plenty of colour ad noise, with a special show for the little ones.
When: November 5th
Times: Gates open from 6pm, with children’s show at 7pm and the main show at 8.30pm.
Tickets: Adults £9.50, kids £5.
Booking and details: crystalpalacefireworks.co.uk
Address: Thicket Road, SE19 2GA
9. Dukes Meadows Golf & Tennis Club
This display offers two shows one is earlier for families with children and the second one gives the party vibes with a Bruce Springsteen tribute band.
When: November 3rd
Tickets: £8.80 for adults and £4.40 for kids under 16.
Times: Doors open from 4.30pm with a short display at 6pm and the main event at 7.45pm.
Booking and details: dukesmeadows.com
Address: Dan Mason Drive, Chiswick W4 2SH
10. Hackney
Due to the nature of this event and the animals living in the park. It will offer a silent evening perfectly suited for children.
When: November 3rd
Tickets: £8.75 for adults and £3.75 for kids, and there are reduced rates for local residents.
Times: Entry from 5pm, fireworks at 7.30pm.
Booking and details: eventbrite.co.uk
Address: Clissold Park, Stoke Newington Church Street, N16 9HJ
11. Harrow
This firework display will be in a Bollywood style dedicated to Diwali. With delicious Indian food and oriental dances.
When: November 3rd
Tickets: On the gate, adult tickets cost £8 and £6 for kids, with children under three free. Tickets can be booked online for a reduced rate or simply arrive before 4pm when entry is free.
Times: Entry from noon, fireworks at 7.45pm
Booking and details: harrowfireworks.co.uk
Address: Byron Park, Peel Road, HA3 7QX
12. Kingston Fireworks
Warm up with music from Radio Jackie and a funfair. All profits from this event are donated to local charities.
Tickets: £5 on the gate and £4 in advance.
Times: Gates open at 6.30pm, last entry at 7.45pm and the show starts at 8pm.
Booking and details: kingstonfireworks.co.uk
Address: Kingsmeadow Athletics Ground, 422 Kingston Road, KT1 3PB
13. Lambeth
This event is spilt into two first will be a “family movie” and the second theme will be based around “time travel”
When: November 3rd
Tickets: £10 (children £5). Visit the website for early bird offers.
Times: Entry from 5pm, fireworks at 6:45pm and 8pm.
Booking and details: lambethfireworks.london
Address: Brockwell Park, SE24 9BJ
14. Morden
Here there will also be street food and a funfair. Busy on Saturday why not try Wimbledon on Monday.
When: November 3rd
Tickets: £8.56 for adult, £6.42 for five–16-year-olds and under fours go free. There will be limited tickets available on the door for £10.
Times: Gates open at 5.15pm, with the first show at 6.45pm and the second at 8.30pm.
Booking and details: merton.gov.uk
Address: Morden Park, SM4 4SP
15. Newham
When: November 3
Tickets: Free
Times: Gates open at 6pm with the display starting at 7.30pm.
Booking and details: newham.gov.uk/fireworks
Address: The Royal Docks, E16 2BU
16. Ravenscourt Park Fireworks
When: November 3rd
Tickets: £8 on the gates or £6 in advance and free for under fives.
Times: Gates open at 6pm with children’s display at 7.15pm and the main display at 8pm.
Booking and details: lbhf.gov.uk
Address: Ravenscourt Park, Hammersmith W6 0TY
17.Richmond Family Fireworks
When: November 4th
Tickets: £9 for adults, £6 for kids and free for under fives. Check the website for full details of group packages.
Times: Entry from 4.30pm, main fireworks at 7.00pm
Booking and details: eventbrite.co.uk
Address: Richmond Athletic Ground, Twickenham Road, TW9 2SF
18. Southwark Park
When: November 5th
Tickets: Free for residents, £9.67 for non-resident adults and £3.05 for non-resident children.
Times: Entry from 5pm
Booking and details: southwark.gov.uk
Address: Lower Road, SE16 2PA
19. Totteridge Millhillians Fireworks Display
When: November 2nd
Tickets: Adult £7, under 15 £4.
Times: Fairground rides open at 4pm, bonfire will be lit at 6.30pm and the fireworks start at 7.40pm.
Booking and details: totteridgemillhillians.com
Address: Totteridge Green, N20 8PB
20.Victoria Park
The theme this year is “monsters”, inspired by the 200th anniversary of Mary Shelley’s novel Frankenstein. Spookily-good refreshments can be purchased from 5.30pm.
When: November 4th
Tickets: Free
Times: Display starts at 7pm
Booking and details: towerhamletsarts.org.uk
Address: Victoria Park, E9 5DU
21. Waltham Abbey
When: November 3rd – 4th
Tickets: £10.50 for adults and £8.50 for under 15s.
Times: From 2pm with last entry at 6pm. Fireworks at 7pm.
Booking and details: royalgunpowdermills.com
Address: Royal Gunpowder Mills, Waltham Abbey, EN9 1JY
22. Wembley Park
When: November 4th
Tickets: Free
Times: Entrance from 4pm, light parade at 6pm and fireworks at 7pm.
Booking and details: wembleypark.com
Address: Wembley Park, HA9 9AA
23. Wimbledon
When: November 5th
Tickets: £8.56 for adults, £6.42 for 5–15-year-olds and under 4s go free.
Times: Shows at 6.45pm and 8.30pm
Booking and details: merton.gov.uk
Address: Wimbledon Park, SM4 5DX
24. Ascot Racecourse
When: November 3rd
Tickets: Tickets from £19 for Raceday admission. No Raceday admission tickets cost £7 for adults and £5 for children.
Times: 4pm entry for fireworks only and the display starts at 6pm.
Booking and details: ascot.co.uk
Address: Ascot Racecourse, SL5 7JX
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Words: Martina Momtchilova l Subbing: Millie McVay