Warwick Fireworks: A great night out

Last weekend’s Warwick Town Bonfire and Fireworks was a great success with Warwick’s Mayor Cllr Simon Pargeter joining over 6,000 people enjoying the show.

With ideal Bonfire weather crowds poured into Warwick racecourse past the Guys made by children from Newburgh and Westgate Primary schools. Sambassadors of Groove got the party started with lively Samba music, the bars were open, and crowds tucked into hot food from the many stalls whilst children ran around with flashing swords and wands.

The Mayor and sponsors joined organisers to watch the event from Chandlers bar. A short firework show at 6pm set to lively pop themes raised excitement, before the Bonfire was lit at 6.30. This was magnificent with flames racing into the sky lighting the concourse. Then a spectacular show by Fantastic Fireworks set to Traitors spooky music completed the evening.

Organisers Warwick Lions, Warwick Rotary Club and Warwick Racecourse were delighted by the turnout which exceeded expectations. Neil Chisholm who chaired the Bonfire team said “our volunteers have worked hard for the last 6 months to make the show a reality, and it is a relief to have everything come together. Lions and Rotary depend on these events to raise money for charity and continue our work.”

Euro Car Parts provided the pallets for the Bonfire and sponsorship was provided by; Geberit, Taylor Wimpey, Warwick Startin Kia, Godfrey Payton, and Wenman Healthcare. Tolan Events provided First Aid support and Air Cadets helped to set up, with volunteers from Probus helping with the parking. 

Our thanks go to Thomas Williams and his team at Warwick Racecourse and everyone else for their support. All proceeds will go to local charities and good causes.