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Oooh, aaah: 13 firework displays in and around Bristol

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Hannahbella Nel
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It's that brilliant time of year again, where we all stand together in a cold, dark field, craning our heads up at the night sky while watching several hundred quid's worth of explosives detonated for our amusement.

But where can you catch a firework show in Bristol? Pack a flask of tea and get sticky with a toffee apple and head to one of these displays near you.

Sunday November 1

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Trinity Fireworks Party,
The Trinity Arts Centre is famous for its incredible fireworks display. You can watch it while nestled in the beautiful community garden, with drinks and treats available. There'll also be live music from Mr Benn, Eva Lavarus and the Ambling Band.

Trinity Fireworks Party. 6-10pm. Trinity arts centreTrinity Road, Easton. More details here. Free entry for four with a flyer.

Bradley Stoke Fireworks Display
Bradley Stoke Town Council is inviting all residents and neighbours to a public fireworks display. Entry to the event is free but a donation towards local charities at the main gate is encouraged. There will also be hot food available.

Bradley Stoke Firework Display. Gates open 4.30pm, display starts at 6pm. Jubilee Centre, Savages Wood Road, Bradley Stoke. Free entry. More details here. 

Thursday November 5

Bristol Zoo Gardens

Slamboree at Motion
A fireworks night that really takes things back to the start: with a Gunpowder Plot themed night at Motion. Expect an epic circus stage set, outdoor bonfire, fire performances and even indoor pyrotechnics, too. Live music will be provided by Dr Meaker, Too many T's and more

Tremor and Swings'n'Tingz present Slambore. 7-11pm. Motion, 74-78 Avon Street, Bristol, BS2 0PX. Tickets and more information here.

Knowle Cricket Club
This popular display will also be selling hot food, hot and cold drinks and a tuck shop for the kids. Cheapskates will be able to catch the best of the display from the car park roof of the Broadwalk Shopping Centre opposite.

Knowle Cricket Club Firework Display. Gates open 4.30pm, display starts 6.30pm. Opposite Broadwalk Shopping Centre, Knowle, Bristol BS4 2QU. Adults £5, kids £3, family £12. 

St. Ursula's Academy Fireworks Display
Organised by the St. Ursula's Parents, Teachers & Friends Association. Along with the fireworks (and the promise of a surprise from the display team), there will be a barbecue, bar, refreshments and the chance to buy popcorn and candyfloss. Tickets can be bought at the gate but they are limited. 

St. Ursula's Academy Fireworks Display. Gates open 6.30pm, display starts at 7pm. St. Ursula's, Brecon Road, Westbury on Trym, BS9 4DT. Entry £5, under 3s get in free. 

St. Patrick's Church Firework Display
Held on the parish field, there'll be hot dogs to eat, a licensed bar and hot and cold drinks to accompany the fireworks.

St. Patrick's Church Firework Display. Gates open 6.30pm, display 7.30pm. Parish Green, off Netham Road, Redfield, Bristol, BS5 9PF. Adults £5, kids £3. More details here.

Family Friendly Fireworks at Bristol Zoo
While many little ones love the look of fireworks, not all are so keen on the noise. This toddler-friendly night in Bristol Zoo gardens uses low-noise fireworks so as not to scare babe or beast. 

Bristol Zoo Family Friendly Fireworks. November 5-7. Gates open 5pm, display starts at 5.45pm. Bristol Zoo Gardens, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 3HA. Adults £8, kids £5. Under 2s free. More details here.

Friday November 6

Downend Round Table

Avon Valley Adventure and Wildlife Park
A beautiful setting for any event, this fireworks display features a funfair, food stalls and indoor play barn disco.

Avon Valley Adventure and Wildlife Park. Gates open 5.30pm, display starts 7pm. Pixash Lane, Keynsham, Bristol, BS31 1TP. Tickets £2 per person on foot or £10 per car. More details here.

Downend Round Table Fireworks
The largest display in Bristol, with all money raised going to charity. There'll be plenty going on, including a quieter display for children at 6.30pm, huge bonfire, fairground rides, a licensed bar courtesy of Great Western Brewery, live music from White Man Inferno and Chris Smee, plus a circus display from Circus Uncertainty. 

Downend Round Table Fireworks. Gates open 5.30pm, children's display at 6.30pm, main display 8pm. King George V Playing Fields, Downend, Bristol, BS16 6QW. Adults £7, kids £3 but you can pre-book your tickets and save a few quid. More details here. 

Saturday November 7

Thornbury Round Table Fireworks

Bishop Road Firework Extravaganza
This community fireworks night from Bishop Road School in Horfield will feature a lantern parade, hot and cold drinks and food.

Bishop Road Firework Extravaganza. Last entry 6.30pm. Bishop Road School Field, Horfield, Bristol BS7 8LS. Adults £5, kids £3. Under 3s free. More info here

Bristol Firework Fiesta at Canford Park
This traditional firework spectacular is one of the biggest displays in the city. There'll be food and drink stalls, with an ambling band entertaining the crowds before the display.

Bristol Firework Fiesta at Canford Park. Gates open at 6pm, display starts at 7pm. Canford Park, Canford Land, Westbury on Trym, Bristol, BS9 2BJ. Tickets £5, under 3s free. More details here.

Thornbury Round Table Fireworks
Another impressive Round Table display, this firework show will feature music, DJ, hot food and a licensed bar, along with a huge bonfire and firework display.

Thornbury Round table Fireworks. Gates open 5.30pm, children's display 6.30pm, main display 7.30pm. Mundy playing fields, Kington Lane, Bristol. BS35 2AR. Adults £7, kids £3. More details here.

Saturday November 21

The Grand Pier

Fireworks at Sea
If you're still looking for a fireworks fix later in the month, there's the impressive Fireworks at Sea event at Weston-super-Mare's Grand Pier. Tickets are £7.50, which include the best view of the display and unlimited goes on the pier's many rides, or you can pay £12.50 and have a seaside fish and chip supper at the Broadwalk Restaurant too.

Fireworks at Sea. Doors open at 5pm, display starts at 6pm. Grand Pier, Marine Parade, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, BS23 1ALF. Tickets start at £7.50. More details here.

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