Free fireworks and bonfire events near you

Fireworks and bonfire season is upon us and is being celebrated across the West

Fireworks, toffee apples, Catherine wheels and sparklers: Bonfire Night and 5 November is almost upon us.

With a range of traditional displays and quiet displays, there is plenty to suit all ages and tastes across the West of England.

Here is a list of what is happening for free near you.

Bristol

Bradley Stoke: The Fireworks to Music event takes place at the Jubilee Centre on Saturday. This free community celebration is held in support of the Mayor's Charities, including The Brightwell, Diabetes UK, and Mamas.

Victoria Park: There will be no fireworks at this event, but there will be a huge bonfire with food and drink stalls. This free community event takes place on 5 November to celebrate Guy Fawkes Night.

Kingswood: Kingswood Rugby Club is hosting a silent fireworks night on 7 November. Expect animal-friendly, low noise fireworks, a BBQ, bar, and music from local DJs. All profits from the event will go towards redeveloping the club facilities.

Vantage points: If you can not make it to an event you could opt for walking to a vantage point where you can watch fireworks from afar on Guy Fawkes Night. These locations can sometimes get busy though so be sure to arrive early enough to grab a spot and bring a blanket.

• Brandon Hill: A popular spot with good views of the city skyline.

• Clifton Downs: Offers open space with views across the city.

• Dundry Hill: Provides a higher vantage point for a wider view.

• Bedminster Down: Another elevated location for watching displays.

• Troopers Hill: A great spot in a beautiful setting.

• Stoke Park: Various hills around here will give you great views across the city, especially if you can get a spot close to the radio tower.

There are a number of free events across Gloucestershire

Gloucestershire

Stroud: Ringfield Farm, Stroud Community Agriculture Farm, and The Hog at Horsely are all hosting free and family friendly fireworks events.

Cheltenham: Moreton-in-Marsh Fire Service College will host a low cost fireworks event on 6 November. Tickets are £2 per person and all proceeds go to The Fire Fighters Charity and the Cotswold Food Bank.

Gloucester and Forest of Dean: Ann Cam, in Dymock is hosting a free fireworks event on 7 November. Expect food stalls, activities and hot drinks.

Vantage points: If you can not make it to an event you could opt for walking to a vantage point where you can watch fireworks from afar on Guy Fawkes Night. These locations can sometimes get busy though so be sure to arrive early enough to grab a spot and bring a blanket.

• Cleeve Hill: The highest point in Gloucestershire.

• Leckhampton Hill: Great views over Cheltenham.

• Barrow Wake: This viewpoint near Birdlip offers stunning views over the escarpment and Cheltenham and is a well-known spot for watching firework displays in the valley below.

• Dover's Hill: This natural amphitheatre on the Cotswold spur offers great views over the Vale of Evesham.

• Robinswood Hill Country Park: The park has free parking.

• Crickley Hill Country Park: High above the city, Crickley Hill offers great views of Gloucester and the Severn Plain.

• Churchdown Hill: Known for its circular walk, this hill provides a good vantage point for displays.

Do not miss the big free fireworks display on the Burnham-on-Sea seafront

Somerset

Sandford: The Railway Inn is hosting a free bonfire and fireworks night on Sunday. The display will begin from 17:30 GMT.

Bridgwater: The Bridgwater Illuminated Carnival procession will take place on Saturday from 18:00 GMT.

Bath: Bath City Farm is hosting a free family friendly bonfire night on 8 November. There will be no fireworks at this event, but expect lots of fire performers, music and food stalls.

Burnham-On-Sea: A free fireworks display is taking place on the seafront on Sunday from 18:30.

Vantage points: If you can not make it to an event you could opt for walking to a vantage point where you can watch fireworks from afar on Guy Fawkes Night. These locations can sometimes get busy though so be sure to arrive early enough to grab a spot and bring a blanket.

• Alexandra Park: Great views over Bath.

• Uphill Hill Nature Reserve: This nature reserve offers elevated views over Weston-super-Mare.

• Castle Neroche: As one of the highest points in the Blackdown Hills.

• Staple Hill (Blackdown Hills): Another high point in the Blackdown Hills with panoramic views

Head to Poulton Park to see a free fireworks display on Sunday

Wiltshire

Bradford-on-Avon: The free annual Bradford on Avon fireworks display will be held on Sunday at Poulton Park. The park will be open from 16:00 GMT and the display will start from 18:00 GMT.

Vantage points: If you can not make it to an event you could opt for walking to a vantage point where you can watch fireworks from afar on Guy Fawkes Night.

• Cley Hill: This National Trust chalk hill offers panoramic views over West Wiltshire and Somerset.

• Marlborough Downs: Quite a few numerous high points here with good views.

• Westbury White Horse: The hills surrounding the Westbury White Horse are a great location for viewing fireworks from afar.

• Salisbury Racecourse area: The hills and higher ground around Salisbury Racecourse are great spots to watch fireworks displays across the city.