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VILLAGE BONFIRE & FIREWORKS DISPLAY
As is now traditional, the Village Bonfire will take place on the actual day, Saturday November 5th at Shepley Cricket Club. The fire will be lit at 6.30pm and the wonderful fireworks display will start at 7.00pm. Gates open at 5.45.
Anyone with wood to burn can bring it up to the Cricket Club. Unfortunately, we cannot arrange transport. Please note that we cannot accept foam-filled items such as mattresses, sofas or armchairs: it is illegal to burn them. Please do not bring metal or glass items for obvious reasons – it is not a tip! Perhaps the charming individual who fly-tipped a sofa on Cricket Club Lane would like to come and take it away! Nor do we want garden rubbish. Solid wood only, please; as a rule of thumb, if it has leaves we do not want it.
On the night there will be a great variety of hot food available, with something for everyone. The Club bar will be open.
As always, the priority will be safety. The fire and fireworks will be roped off and a large number of volunteers will act as stewards to prevent any accidents. Additional lighting will be put up for the event and First Aid cover will be in place. The Police will also be in low-key attendance, reflecting the growing size of the event and the importance of safety.
A reminder to everyone that there is no parking at the cricket ground and severe parking restrictions on Marsh Lane on the night. Please leave the car at home!
Visitors should also remember that it is illegal to bring your own fireworks – even sparklers – to a public event. It is also forbidden to bring alcohol. Please respect these laws for safety reasons. Any fireworks or alcohol discovered will be confiscated.
Finally, buy your tickets in advance. Experience of previous years shows that ticket holders walk straight in, whilst those wanting to pay on the door have to queue. Tickets are already on sale at local shops. The prices remain at £4.00 (Adults) and £2.00 (Under 15s); infants are free of charge.