Thousands attend Racecourse fireworks display

Bethany Gwilliam

BBC News, Northamptonshire

Reporting from

The Racecourse, Northampton

3 November 2024

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Northampton Town Council hosted its annual display at the Racecourse
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The fireworks display began at 18:00 GMT
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The annual event had entertainment, rides and food stalls
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Jane Birch from the town council said the display was a "beloved tradition"
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A film explaining Northamptonshire's links to the gunpowder plot was played on big screens as part of the fireworks events

Thousands of people have attended a town's largest free fireworks display.

Northampton Town Council held its "dazzling" annual event at the Racecourse with a range of entertainment including stage performances.

Attendees were also treated to a film explaining Northamptonshire's links to the infamous gunpowder plot and Guy Fawkes.

Jane Birch from the town council said: "The annual fireworks spectacular is a beloved tradition in our community, and we are excited to bring new elements each year."

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