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Grab your gloves and bung on that bobble hat. It is time to get wrapped up warm and venture into the cold night at one of Kent's many bonfire and fireworks events. Find out where your local display is taking place with What's On's comprehensive guide.
BRIDGE
Bridge Primary School’s PTA has organised a firework display in Brewery Lane on Saturday, November 9. Gates open at 5.30pm. Tickets are £6 for adults, £3 for children and £15 for a family.
BROADSTAIRS
A firework display is being held at Viking Bay on Tuesday, November 5. It starts at 8pm, and admission is free.
CANTERBURY
A Fireworks Extravaganza is also taking place at the St Lawrence cricket ground on Tuesday, November 5. Hosted by kmfm Breakfast Show presenter Rob Wills, gates will open at 5.30pm with fireworks at 7.15pm. There isn’t any parking available at the cricket ground, but free shuttle buses will run from the New Dover Road park and ride site from 5pm. Tickets are £8 for adults, £4 for children aged two to 14, and £20 for a family.
CAPEL-LE-FERNE
Capel-le-Ferne Primary School is holding a firework display on Friday, November 8. Gates open at 6pm, and the fireworks start at 7pm. Tickets are £5.50 for adults, £4.50 for children.
DEAL
Deal and Betteshanger Rugby Club is hosting its annual Fireworks Spectacular at the Drill Field in Canada Road, Walmer, on Friday, November 8. Gates open at 6pm before the display starts at 7.45pm. Tickets are £4 for adults, £2 for children. Warden House Primary School is holding a fireworks display on Saturday, November 9. Gates open at 5.30pm, and the display starts at 7pm. Tickets are £4.50 for adults, £2.50 for children.
FOLKESTONE
A Party in the Dark is being staged at St Mary’s School on Monday, November 4. Organised by Harbour Community Church, gates open at 6.15pm, before a fireworks display at 7pm. Admission is £5 for adults, £3 for children under 16 and £10 for a family.
HOLLINGBOURNE
The annual Hollingbourne School fireworks display takes place this year on Friday, November 8. Gates open at 5.45pm. Tickets £5.
HYTHE
Hythe’s Cricket and Squash Club in The Grove are holding a bonfire and fireworks event on Saturday, November 9. For details call 01303 267458.
KINGSDOWN
The 12th Deal Kingsdown Sea Scouts are holding a bonfire and fireworks display on the beach on Saturday, November 9. It opens at 6.30pm, before the fireworks display at 7.30pm. Tickets, which include a hot dog and drink, are £6 or £20 for a family.
LAMBERHURST
A free fireworks and bonfire event will be held on The Down on Saturday November 9. Gates open at 6pm.
LEEDS
Fire! is the theme of this year’s Firework Spectacular at Leeds Castle near Maidstone. Visitors will be able to watch related images projected on to the castle and listen to a specially themed soundtrack of music, while a breathtaking display of fireworks is let off overhead. Gates open at 2pm, and the display starts at 5.30pm, on Saturday, November 9 and Sunday, November 10. There will also be afternoon entertainment and a wide range of refreshments available. Tickets are £18.50 for adults, £12 for children under 16, free for under fours. They must be pre-booked, by calling 01622 880008 or visiting www.leeds-castle.com
LYMINGE
A Firework display is taking place at Jubilee Field on Tuesday, November 5. Gates open from 6.30pm. Tickets are £4 or £10 for a family.
MERSHAM FORSTAL
The Farriers Fireworks Spectacular is being held at the Farriers Arms on Saturday, November 9. It is open from 5pm, before the fireworks start at 7pm and the bonfire is lit at 7.30pm. Tickets are £8 for adults, £5 for children aged five to 15, and £20 for a family.
MINSTER
Minster Primary School is holding a fireworks event on Friday, November 8. Gates open at 6pm and the bonfire will be lit at 7pm, with the display starting at 7.15pm. Tickets are £5 for adults, £3 for children, with advance discounts available. Call 01795 872138.
SEVENOAKS
The 3rd Sevenoaks Scouts are holding a fireworks display at their headquarters in Bradbourne Vale Road. Gates open at 6pm, before the display starts at 7pm on Saturday, November 9. Tickets are £5, free for under 3s or £15 for a family.
SWANLEY
The town council has organised a free fireworks night on the recreation ground. Gates open at 6.30pm on Tuesday, November 5, before the display starts at 7pm. There will also be a family fun fair and barbecue.
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