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Top 7 Bonfire Night Events (2025)
Remember, remember the fifth of November, and all the brilliant bonfires blazing before and after!
There’s something magical about gathering around crackling flames under starry skies, watching fireworks paint the darkness in brilliant colours. It’s a tradition that goes back over 400 years to Guy Fawkes and his gunpowder plot, but honestly, we’re just here for the sparklers and toasted marshmallows.
Away Resorts puts you right in the heart of the action, ideally positioned near some of the UK’s most spectacular displays. Ready to discover different this Bonfire Night?
Key takeaways
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Discover the best Bonfire Night events across the UK in 2025, from seaside fireworks to community celebrations.
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Explore family-friendly options, including low-bang fireworks perfect for kids and pets.
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Enjoy unique experiences like Halloween-themed firework nights and coastal displays over the water.
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Support local communities and charities with events such as Filey Lions Club and Cleethorpes Cricket Club.
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Stay close to the action at Away Resorts holiday parks, offering hot tubs, pools, dining, and family fun.
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Make your getaway last with Bonfire Night breaks, combining magical displays with cosy lodges and relaxation.
Funland Fright Night Fireworks
Halloween meets Bonfire Night in this spook-tacular mashup that's more treat than trick. On the 25th and 31st October 2025, Funland transforms into a ghoulishly good time with themed entertainment that'll have the kids squealing with delight (the good kind, not the “I'm terrified” kind).
Find out moreBetween the rides, food stalls serving up everything from toffee apples to burgers, and spine-tingling entertainment, it all culminates in a firework finale that's absolutely to die for. Great for families who like their traditions with a side of Halloween spirit, because why choose between pumpkins and sparklers when you can have both?
Where to stay: Mill Rythe
Mill Rythe puts you on Hayling Island's doorstep, so you can stumble back to your cosy lodge after all the thrills and chills. With its peaceful lakeside setting and swimming pool, plus hot tubs in selected accommodations, you've got everything you need to unwind after the fireworks. The onsite restaurant means no hunting for dinner, and those stunning coastal views are an added bonus.
Low Bang Fireworks at Tattershall Farm
Finally, someone's thought about the little ones, furry friends, and anyone who finds traditional fireworks a bit much!
On 1st and 5th November 2025, Tattershall Farm Park serves up all the sparkles with none of the startling bangs. These quieter “low bang” fireworks create a gentler spectacle that's still absolutely stunning, paired with live music, mesmerising fire dancers, and seasonal food that'll warm you from the inside out.
Find out moreIt's thoughtful, inclusive, and proof that you don't need to wake up half the county to put on a brilliant show. Sometimes the best celebrations whisper rather than shout.
Where to stay: Tattershall Lakes
At Tattershall Lakes, you're literally next door to all the action: fab for those who want maximum sparkle with minimum travel time. With an indoor swimming pool, adventure playground, arcade games, and that all-important restaurant serving up comfort food, you'll have everything sorted. Many lodges come with hot tubs too, ideal for a post-fireworks soak under the stars.
Truro Bonfire & Fireworks Display
Cornwall knows how to do community spirit, and Truro's Bonfire Night is pure proof. Gates open at 5pm on 5th November 2025, with the bonfire crackling to life at 6:30pm and fireworks lighting up the sky at 7pm sharp. Held at Truro Cattle Market, this Truro City Council-organised event keeps things refreshingly affordable and family-friendly.
Find out moreIt's the kind of proper, no-nonsense celebration that reminds you why British traditions are brilliant: straightforward, welcoming, and guaranteed to leave you grinning. Plus, you'll be supporting local community spirit, which always feels good.
Where to stay: Newperran
Newperran is excellently positioned to explore Cornwall's coast and is just a short hop to Truro's community celebrations. This beachfront beauty boasts direct beach access, an indoor pool, and an adventure playground to keep the kids happy. The onsite restaurant serves everything from big boy burgers to Cornish specialities, and there’s even caravans and lodges with hot tubs: ideal for warming up after chilly November nights.
Weymouth Bonfire Night & Fireworks
There's something absolutely magical about fireworks over the seaside, and Weymouth’s Bonfire Night delivers this in spades. On 5th November 2025, with the bonfire blazing before fireworks later in the evening, this free beachside celebration captures everything brilliant about British seaside charm.
Find out morePicture this: crashing waves, the smell of fish and chips mingling with bonfire smoke, stalls selling seaside treats, and entertainment that'll keep everyone happy. It's classic, it's atmospheric, and it's completely free: because the best things in life don't always cost a fortune.
Where to stay: Swanage Bay View
Swanage Bay View provides a stunning Dorset coast position with easy access to Poole's harbour celebrations. This elevated park offers breathtaking sea views, an indoor swimming pool, adventure playground, evening entertainment, and an on-site restaurant perfect for a pre-fireworks dinner or post-celebration snacks.
Filey Lions Club Bonfire & Fireworks
Community spirit burns bright in Yorkshire, and Filey's Lions Club bonfire event on 5th November 2025 proves it beautifully. With the bonfire roaring from 6pm and fireworks lighting up the sky at 7pm, this charity-organised celebration puts heart and soul into every spark.
Find out moreWhat makes it extra special? Every penny raised supports local causes, so you're not just enjoying brilliant entertainment, you're giving back to the community too. It's terrific for families, couples, and anyone who believes celebrations should spread joy beyond just one night.
Where to stay: The Bay Filey
The Bay Filey is right on Filey's doorstep with stunning sea views: ideal for a Yorkshire coastal break. This clifftop gem offers an indoor swimming pool, kids' adventure playground, sauna, steam, and beauty rooms, and an on-site restaurant serving everything from Yorkshire puddings to seaside favourites. Selected lodges come with hot tubs overlooking the Yorkshire coast: imagine soaking while watching the waves crash below after a night of fireworks!
Poole Quay Fireworks
If you love your celebrations with extra buzz and festival vibes, Poole Quay fireworks are calling your name! The party kicks off at 5pm on 5th November 2025, building to a spectacular fireworks finale at 8pm over the harbour. This free event brings together live music, tempting street food, and an atmosphere that's absolutely electric.
Find out morePicture fireworks reflecting off the water while you're surrounded by good music, great food, and even better company. It's lively, it's free, and it's everything you want from a bonfire night celebration.
Where to stay: Swanage Bay View
A short scenic drive from Poole's buzzing harbour, Swanage Bay View is ideally placed for both the fireworks action and peaceful coastal recovery the next day.
Cleethorpes Cricket Club Fireworks
Sometimes the best celebrations happen in your own backyard, and Cleethorpes Cricket Club's bonfire night event on 7th November 2025 is community spirit at its finest. With affordable entry, local stalls, family rides, and fireworks that'll light up the Lincolnshire sky, it's welcoming, friendly, and refreshingly down-to-earth.
Find out moreThis is the kind of event where everyone knows everyone, the tea's always hot, and the fireworks are just the cherry on top of a properly lovely evening. Brill for those who prefer their celebrations with a generous helping of community warmth.
Where to stay: Cleethorpes Pearl
At Cleethorpes Pearl, you become a part of the local community: great for experiencing the authentic seaside celebration spirit. This traditional seaside park offers an adventure playground, arcade games, and a sports court, plus an on-site restaurant serving comfort food that hits the spot after chilly November nights. Many caravans and lodges feature hot tubs, ideal for warming up while swapping stories of the evening's fireworks.
Best bonfire night breaks
At Away Resorts, we know that the magic doesn’t end when the last firework fades. While everyone else is trudging to car parks and facing long drives home, you’ll be stepping into the warmth and comfort of your own slice of holiday heaven.
Think soaking in your private hot tub under the stars, sharing stories of the evening’s highlights, and maybe toasting a few marshmallows over your own little fire. Your cosy holiday lodge awaits with comfy beds for tired little ones, onsite restaurants for late-night snacks, and all the home comforts that make holidays special. Board games for rainy moments, hot chocolate for chilly nights, and the kind of peace that only comes from being exactly where you want to be.
Experience a warmth that lingers after the sparklers have burned out. Book a Bonfire Night break at Away Resorts today.