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Eight best places to see fireworks in the South West
30 Oct 2024
This bonfire night, watch the whizzing and the whirling of fireworks at one of the best displays in the South West. Whether you’re looking for a smaller, family-friendly event nearby or don’t mind hopping into your car and travelling a little further afield, our Mercedes Benz cars allow you to do so in comfort and style.
With heated seats to keep you warm on your journey and handy features such as rear parking cameras and sensors, you should find travelling this bonfire night an enjoyable experience for all. We’ve compiled a list of some of the best events across the South West into a helpful guide. So, take a look below and discover which displays you could be amazed by!
Friday 1st November 2024
Winslade Manor - Exeter, Devon
5pm - Midnight
Kick start your bonfire night celebrations at Winslade Manor on November 1st! Feast your eyes upon the incredible ‘whisper’ fireworks, which will be fired by the winner of the best fancy dress outfit. Aside from the fireworks, you can tuck into some delicious street food, enjoy a sports simulator and live music, and enjoy drinks in numerous bars. There is plenty of car parking available on-site too, paid by a charitable donation. For the ultimate night out, enjoy Winslade Manor’s VIP experience with access to The Manor with an exclusive viewing spot and hot buffet.
Saturday 2nd November 2024
Westpoint - Exeter, Devon
5:30pm - 9:00pm
The annual Firework Extravaganza is set to be an event not to be missed at Westpoint in Exeter this year, with a spectacular pyrotechnical display of fireworks synced to an iconic Disney soundscape. When not watching the display, there will be plenty of food stands to visit and even a fun fair to enjoy! Tickets aren’t available on the night so be sure to book your tickets in advance.
Looe Fireworks Display – Tencreek Holiday Park, Looe, Cornwall
From 7:30pm
Make your bonfire night go off with bang at Tencreek Holiday Park’s annual fireworks display. There’s something for everyone in Looe this year, with a hog roast for hungry spectators, meet the park characters for the youngsters and top cabaret performers for everyone to enjoy. Fancy staying the night? Tencreek Holiday Park is also offering two and three night short breaks too.
Oake Manor Golf Club Bonfire Night – Taunton, Somerset
5:00pm - 9:00pm
Raising money for the local schools, Oake Manor Golf Club is hosting their annual bonfire night celebrations. Pre-book your tickets and car parking if required and enjoy a night of food, fireworks and a free disco after the display. Tickets aren’t available on the night so be sure to book your tickets in advance.
Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival – Bridgwater, Somerset
Street entertainment starts at 10.30am. Start of procession 6:00pm
If you fancy something a bit different to the usual Bonfire night festivities, head to Somerset for the annual Bridgwater Guy Fawke’s Carnival – the UK’s oldest carnivals and one of the largest illuminated processions in Europe. The celebrations start from 10am in the town with a day full of entertainment followed by the procession.
Tuesday 5th November 2024
Truro City Council’s Bonfire Night 2024 – Tremorvah Playing Field, Truro, Cornwall
From 5:00pm
Head down to Tremorvah Playing Field to join the Truro City Council’s annual Bonfire Night celebrations. Raising money for Cornwall Air Ambulance, CHBN Radio, and Cornwall Young Farmers, refreshments will be available to buy on site to enjoy when the bonfire is lit and when the firework display begins! No need to pre-book, just turn up on the night but please note this is a cash only event.
The Hoe – Plymouth, Devon
From 7:00pm
Despite the warmth from the bonfire, it is recommended that you wrap up warm to enjoy the gorgeous firework display at Plymouth Hoe on November 5th. In addition to the spectacular show, a full fairground is on offer from 4pm alongside food and drink stalls from 5pm. The bonfire is set to be lit at 7:00pm and will crackle away whilst the fireworks are set off from 7:30pm onwards. In line with the event, a number of roads will be closed, so changes to your journey may need to be arranged beforehand.
Bodmin Firework Display and Bonfire – Priory Park, Cornwall
From 5:00pm
The annual bonfire night firework display will be held in Priory Park on 5th November, with the display happening to music by British artists. Gates open at 5pm, and the bonfire will be lit from 7pm.