Bonfire Night Fireworks

Bonfire Night is the biggest firework night of the year, and Jordans has everything you need to celebrate the 5th of November at home. Our range of bonfire night fireworks covers rockets, barrages, cakes, selection packs and sparklers, so you can build a display to suit your garden and your budget.

What Fireworks Are Best For Bonfire Night?

Our bonfire night fireworks range has something for every garden and budget. For most gardens a selection pack is the simplest route to a complete fireworks show, because one box gives you a balanced mix of effects with no planning needed. If you would rather build your own display, start with a couple of cakes or barrages for the main event, add a few rockets for height, and finish with a high shot count barrage. Sparklers keep younger guests entertained, while low noise fireworks are a sensible choice if you have pets or nervous neighbours, together producing a family friendly show that lights up the night sky from your own back garden.

How Many Fireworks Do I Need?

The answer depends on your available space and how long you want the display to run. A short garden show might use a selection box and a couple of extra cakes, whereas a larger event needs several barrages, a rocket pack and a big finale. As a rough guide, plan for around fifteen to twenty minutes of firework displays to create a memorable evening. If you are unsure, our experienced team can help you choose the right bonfire night firework for your event.

When can I let off fireworks on Bonfire Night?

There are a few rules worth knowing before you let off your bonfire night fireworks, starting with age: you must be 18 or over to buy fireworks in the UK. On most nights the cut off for setting them off is 11pm, although this extends to midnight on the 5th of November. Fireworks can only be used on private land such as your own garden, and never in a public place. You also cannot store more than 5kg of fireworks at home without a licence, which comfortably covers most family displays, and you should always follow the safety instructions printed on each firework.

The story behind Bonfire Night

Bonfire Night marks the failed Gunpowder Plot of 1605, when Guy Fawkes was caught trying to blow up Parliament. Remember, remember the 5th of November has been a traditional firework night ever since, and a garden display is a perfect way to keep the tradition alive.

Public displays or your own back garden?

Bonfire Night in London brings huge organised events, from the Battersea Park fireworks to the Alexandra Palace fireworks display, and most large towns run something similar. These shows are frequently set to music, with live music, street food and food stalls turning the occasion into a genuine fireworks festival. A big bonfire night event makes a great night out, but it also means crowds, tickets and travel. If you would rather avoid the queues, hosting your own Guy Fawkes Night display lets the whole family enjoy the bonfire night fireworks from home, and you can light it exactly when everyone is ready.

Buying bonfire night fireworks from Jordans

We stock bonfire night fireworks from leading brands to suit every budget and display size. You can order online for nationwide delivery, with free delivery on selected products, or use Click and Collect from our Leamington Spa store. For help choosing the right products, call our team on 01926 421330.

Frequently asked questions

What are the best fireworks for Bonfire Night?

The best bonfire night fireworks for most gardens start with a selection pack, which is the easiest all in one option. For a bigger show, pair a couple of barrages and a finale cake with some rockets and sparklers, mixing loud and low noise pieces to suit your guests.

What time can I let off fireworks on the 5th of November?

The usual 11pm cut off extends to midnight on Bonfire Night. Fireworks must be set off on private land, not in a public place.

Do you deliver bonfire night fireworks?

Yes. We deliver across mainland UK, with free delivery on selected products, and you can also collect your order from our Leamington Spa store.