Fireworks! This Weekends Top Displays
It's that time of year, the clocks have changed and there's a nip in the air, which can mean one thing, Guy Fawkes Night is near. With so many spectacular displays on locally it’s hard to choose which one to see the night in with a bang. Here's my pick of the local displays.....
2nd November
Cox Green School Fireworks
The Cox Green Fireworks are back with a bang this year. As well as a spectacular fireworks show there will also be a BBQ, hot drinks and childrens fairground rides.
Gates open at 5.30pm, and the fireworks will be set off around 7.00pm.
Tickets are £5.00 and under 2s are free.
Tickets available from Steane & Co, Wessex Way, and Andreas Cafe, Ockwells Park. Tickets in advance only, cannot guarantee entry without ticket due to limited numbers.
LEGOLAND
After a day at the Park at Brick or Treat it’s time to experience the amazing 2018 LEGOLAND Windsor Resort Fireworks!
The famous show is known for having some of the best fireworks in the South with an added special twist, LEGOLAND fireworks turn into exploding LEGO bricks with some magic from special Brick glasses!
Set to music that is sure to get everyone singing and dancing along, watch the sky light up with a dazzling display of colour and make family memories that last a lifetime. Book now to avoid disappointment.
3rd November
Windsor Racecourse Spookfest Firework Spectacular
The sell out Royal Windsor Racecourse Fireworks spectacular returns for 2018 with Spookfest!
Explore the spooky island for an evening bursting with family fun and thrills! Enter the racecourse at your own risk this November for a fangtastic fireworks display set to all your favourite spooky movies - including The Addams family, Scooby Dooby Doo, Ghostbusters, Saw and Psycho!
It's going to be SPOOKTACULAR!
Once you've been wowed by the fireworks display, you can head over to the outdoor cinema to watch the original Ghostbusters! Settle in and enjoy a night at the movies from the comfort of your own car. There’s limited availability on drive in cinema - book early to avoid disappointment.
The Marlow Monster Fireworks Show
Taking place in the leafy grounds of Marlow Sports Club. Gates open at 5.30pm and fireworks start at 7.15pm. Arrive early to try lots of sports, enjoy spooky goings-on, plus BBQ, local beers, fine wines and music by Dave the Disco. Theres a mini village with stalls selling food, chocolate, glow products, balloons, and more!
Cookham Scouts Group
Annual Bonfire and Firework Display at Grove Island, Odney Lane.
Gates open 5.30pm and the Bonfire Lighting is at 6.00pm, fireworks at around 7.00pm.
£5 in advance and £7 on the night. Tickets are available from Countrystore, Village Hardware and Hillcrest Stores
Cookham Dean Village Green
Bonfire and a fabulous firework display, with warming drinks and food.
Old Cricket Common, 5pm until 8pm
Lantern Procession (lanterns can be purchased on the night) starting at 5:30pm.
A donation of £20 per family, payable on the night, is suggested.
Ascot Racecourse
The Jumps Season Starts with a Bang.
The National Hunt season promises to get off to a memorable start and visitors can enjoy one of the region’s largest firework spectaculars. A safe environment for families and there is free entry for under-18s when accompanied by an adult. Between racing and the fireworks display, racegoers of all ages can also enjoy a showing of this year's hit singalong film, The Greatest Showman in the Ascot Pavillion.
White-knuckle fairground rides and adrenaline attractions will be on offer throughout the day, with gentler rides such as Mini Jets, Dodgems and clip clip pony rides for the under-10s. Rides are free of charge until 4 pm and cost £1 thereafter, proceeds donated to local charities.
Carters Steam Fair Fireworks at Boyn Hill Cricket Club
Admission to the fair is free before 5pm, after which an admission fee of £5 per person applies to see the spectacular fireworks. Under 5's are free. A family ticket for four is £15. The fair rides operate on a token system which can be bought on the day or booked on-line which enables you to claim extra free rides.