Bonfire Night - Firework Displays Dorset 2009

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Bonfire Night

Penny for the Guy? What Guy? You know the Guy who conspired to kill the King. What King! You know, King James the first. They tried to blow up The Houses of Paliament including the King, his son and nearly every Bishop, M.P, and Lord in the country. What for? You know what for! For the percecution of the English Catholics, violent action was called for. Was this recently? You know it was a long time ago, 1605 to be precise. Masterminded by Thomas Catesby a Catholic rebel along with friends including Guy Fawkes, who wanted to get rid of protestant rule and the King. How did they plan to do it? Well they tunnelled under the Houses, eventually renting a cellar when it became available and filled it with 36 barrells of gunpowder, which they covered in straw. How did it fail? After a tip off to the King by way of a letter, the building was searched in the early hours of November 5th and Guy Fawkes was arrested and consequently tortured for the names of his conspiritors, then 'hung drawn and quartered', his head and others diplayed on a spike for the public to view. So why the bonfires? Well that's because Londoner's were encouraged to light bonfires to celebrate the King's escape from assasination. So, why penny for the Guy? Children would beg for a penny for their "Guy" so that they could go and buy some fireworks for the celebration. What about today, and The Houses of Parliament? Even today the cellars are searched before the official Opening of Parliament, by the Yeomen of The Guard, to protect the visiting  Monarch.

And there you have it  -  The Gunpowder plot  -  now let the fun begin -  Here is a selection of participating venues:


Fireworks on Poole Quay in Dorset

Date:  5 Nov 2009

Time:   From 4.30pm

Price:   No charge, just donations.

November 5th brings a host of street entertainers plus live music to Poole Quay, leading up to a fantastic fireworks display at 8pm.

 

The whole length of the Quay will be packed with entertainers including singer James McVey, Jonathan Jester and the Bournemouth Carnival Band.

 

There will be marching bands and cheerleaders, the Magic Drum Orchestra and the Cirque Promenade keeping the crowds entertained from 4.30pm until the fireworks spectacular at 8pm.

Community Guy Fawkes Celebrations, Weymouth, Dorset  -  5 November 2009

Weymouth Pavilion, Beach & Bay

 

Remember Remember the 5th of November One of the Borough's biggest annual community events.

 

On Thursday 5th November 2009, many thousands of local children with their families will gather on Weymouth Esplanade to enjoy the Free Traditional Community Guy Fawkes Celebrations.

 

A wealth of family Guy Fawkes entertainment, including Fireworks, Guy Fawkes Competition, Fun Fair and Beach Bonfire with many special guests and visitors including the Mayor of Weymouth and Portland enjoying the fun.

 

The climax of the evening will be a fabulous Free International Firework Display at 7.20pm over Weymouth's moonlit bay. The display is presented and co-ordinated by Weymouth's favourite Firework Company Pains Fireworks.

 

Get Building! for the Children's Guy Fawkes Competition at 5.45 pm in the Pavilion Foyer judged by our special guests.

 

Don't miss the lighting of the Great Beach Bonfire at 7.00 pm and International Firework Display at 7.20 pm with the Fun Fair in the Pavilion Forecourt from 2.00 pm to 10 pm.

 

Lakeside Fireworks - Kingston Maurward College, Dorset   

Time:  7.30pm prompt.

Price:  £5

 

Come and see the biggest and best firework display in the area on Thursday 5th November. The gates open at 6pm with the firework display at 7.30 pm prompt.

 

Refreshments are available so there is no need to worry about cooking before you come out. The bar will be open and there will be music to keep you happy whilst you wait for the fireworks.

 

Free parking but come early to avoid the traffic.

 

Tickets are available in advance from Kingston Maurward Visitor Centre or by calling -  01305 215003.

Bonfire Night in Upwey, Weymouth, Dorset

Bonfire Night in Upwey. Entrance at bottom of Elwell Street.

Time:  6pm - 9pm

Price:  £3 Adults, £1 Children

On Thursday 5th November join us for a huge bonfire and great firework display provided by the Upwey Society.

 

Food and drinks, great night for all the family.

 

Tel: 01305 812282

 

Greenslade Pleisure Boats, Poole Dorset

Poole Quay

Time:   Boat leaves at 7pm

Prices:   £8.50 Adults, £7.50 Seniors, £22.50 Family

Come on board for a cruise around scenic Poole Harbour on Thursday 5th November, making our way to watch the firework spectacular before returning to Poole Quay at approximately 8.15 pm.

 

Advanced booking recommended.

 

Boats leave from Fish Shambles Steps, Poole Quay (opposite Poole Pottery).

 

For further information visit the orange or blue and white Greenslade Pleasure Boat kiosk on Poole Quay or call - 01202 631828/669955 or visit www.greensladepleasureboats.co.uk.

 

Fireworks Display Bovington, Dorset  -

 

Date:  Friday 6th November

 

Gates open at 6pm

Price:   £3 Adults, £2 Children

 

Bonfire, Tank Display and Fireworks.

 

Located in Bovington Garrison by vewing area.

 

Gates open at 6pm, bonfire at 7pm, tanks at 7.30pm and fireworks at 7.45 (finish 9pm)

Firework Extravaganza at Sherborne Castle

Date:  7 November 2009

Saturday -  5pm -  8.15pm

 

Price:   From - £5 for Adults, £3 for Children

 

Now in its 28th year, one of the most spectacular fireworks displays to be found. Sherborne Castle hosts entertainments, live music, refreshments and food from 5pm, bonfire 7pm, fireworks 7.30pm.

 

Organised by Sherborne Area Youth & Community Centre. Tickets available from Sherborne Tourist Information Centre (advance saver tickets available until 4th November)

Tel: 01935 815341

 

Fireworks night at Bridport Leisure Centre, Dorset

Date:  7 November 2009

 

Time:   Evening

Price:   £3 Adults, £2 Children

 

This year promises to be our best display yet with £3,500.00 being spent on fireworks.

Tickets:   Group ticket (2 adults 3 children) £8.00

 

Advanced tickets are available from Toymaster and Frosts.


Bonfire Toffee - A bonfire taste to a thick, dark, brittle toffee. It can be made around a bonfire.

All you need is sugar, water and someone to sing with!! A traditional old fashioned sweet.

 

Please select an amount from the menu below.

 

150gms - This is the closest size to ¼ lb

 

250gms - This is the closest size to ½ lb

400gms - This is just less than 1 lb in weight

700gms - This is just over 1½ lbs in weight

 

See our wide range of Bonbons and Toffee at www.thepinksugarmouse.com

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