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Remember, Remember the Fifth of November
IF THERE IS ONE DATE YOU REMEMBER THIS YEAR, MAKE IT THE 5TH NOVEMBER. OK, WELL MAYBE REMEMBER 2ND – 10TH NOVEMBER IF YOU WANT TO MAKE SURE YOU INCLUDE ALL OF THE SPECTACULAR FIREWORK AND BONFIRE DISPLAYS WE'VE HANDPICKED BELOW. HERE ARE OUR KENT FAVOURITES.
Danson Park Fireworks, Bexleyheath
2 November Gates open 6pm. Display starts at 8pm. This annual firework night hosted by Welling Round Table is back in Danson Park this November, and it's better than ever. Think stalls, glowsticks, lots of food and a funfair, and you're there. Tickets: Bought in advance – £4 adult, £3 children. On gate – £5 both adults and children. Under 4s free. Advisable to use public transport. Car parking £10. Book online at www.dansonparkfireworks.co.uk or for more info, call 07554 858222
Charitable Trust Fund. Get ready for a night of stunning pyrotechnics as this display brings the crackle and pop to Kent once again. Always a popular event for kids and families, the night also includes a funfair, complete with rides for the little ones. Tickets: Bought at the gate – £5 adults, £3 children under 16 and concessions. Under 5s go free. For more info, visit www.rt104.weebly.com/fireworks.html
Broadstairs Family Firework Display
2 November Join in the fireworks fun this year at Broadstairs' Viking Bay. This event will be weather permitting, and will take place on 5th November (may be moved to another date due to weather). Tickets: TBC Keep up to date with further detail s at www.visitthanet.co.uk
Bon?re & Firework Spectacular, Kent Life, Maidstone
2 November Gates open 3pm (last admission 7.15pm). Bonfire will be lit at 7.15pm & firework display starts at 7.45pm. As fire breathers light the bonfire, visitors can join in the fun as they count down to the annual spectacular musical firework display. Enjoy this momentous celebration with entertainment for all ages including a children's fairground (big kids can go too), glow stick galore, music from Hospital Radio Maidstone and a selection of food concessions. The youngsters' will also be able to meet some of Kent Life’s smaller animals in Cuddle Corner and join in with a range of activities, including tractor rides, paint-a-pot and face painting in the indoor play barn. To match the spooky theme, there will be a children’s Halloween fancy dress competition at 7.30pm. Tickets: £10 adult, £9 concessions, £8 children (3-15yrs). Under 3s free. Book before 30th Sep, save 20%. Members will save 50% and 20% thereafter. Group rates available too. Book online at www.kentlife.org.uk or call 01622 763936
British Truck Racing Championship & Fireworks, Brands Hatch, Long?eld
2-3 November (fireworks on 3rd only) Gates for racing opens 8am. Display starts between 4.30-5pm. The November Truck racing event will once again be a Guy Fawkes spectacular, with not just fireworks on the track, but a sensational firework display following the racing on Sunday 3rd November. One for the whole family, there will be plenty of off-track entertainment, including funfairs, face painting, go-karting and more. Tickets: Bought in advance – £22 adult weekend ticket, £18 Sunday. On the gate – £13 adult Saturday, £22 Sunday. Children go free (under 13s). www.brandshatch.co.uk
Bon?re & Firework Event, Quex Park, Birchington
2 November Gates open 4pm. First display starts at 6pm, bonfire 6.30pm and second display starts at 7.15pm A new and exciting firework event for 2013, ‘Enjoy the Thrill..ers’, is two fabulous pyrotechnic displays in one night. First, a short traditional display, followed by a stunning display set to a variety of Halloween-themed music. There will also be live music, a bonfire attraction, funfair, bar, food, glow novelties and a gift market on the night (not included in admission price). Tickets: Bought in advance – £8.50 adults, £6.50 child (aged 3-13 years). £28 family ticket (2 adults & 2 children). Higher gate fees apply on the night. For more info, visit www.quexpark.co.uk
Fireworks Spectacular, The Hop Farm, Paddock Wood
2-3 November Get ready for a fireworks party to remember at The Hop Farm Family Park as the hugely popular Fireworks Spectacular is back with a bang! A fabulous funfair, children's entertainment and live music are just some of the attractions, with refreshments and a bar in the park available until late. Tickets: TBC Keep up to date with further details at www.thehopfarm.co.uk
Firework Spectacular, Leeds Castle, Maidstone
9-10 November Gates open 2pm. Display starts at 5.30pm Hailed as one of the finest firework displays in the South East, the 2013 Leeds Castle Fireworks Spectacular will feature ‘fire’ themed music, projections and incredible fireworks over the castle. Booking essential. Tickets: £18.50 adults, £12 children under 16, group rates (15 or more) £15.50 adult, £11.00 child. Under 4s free (must be reserved at time of booking). Book online at www.leeds-castle.com
Beckenham Fireworks, Croydon Road Recreation Ground, Beckenham
2 November Gates open 6pm. Display starts at 8pm. Organised by Beckenham Round Table, this annual charity fireworks display is set up in a bid to raise money for the Beckenham Round Table
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