“Remember, remember the 5th of November”, but more importantly remember the Firework Code on Bonfire Night:

• Only buy fireworks marked BS 7114
• Don’t drink alcohol if setting off fireworks
• Keep fireworks in a closed box
• Follow the instructions on each firework
• Light them at arm’s length, using a taper
• Stand well back
• Never go near a firework that has been lit
• Even if it hasn’t gone off, it could still explode
• Never put fireworks in your pocket or throw them
• Always supervise children around fireworks
• Light sparklers one at a time and wear gloves
• Never give sparklers to a child under five
• Keep pets indoors

If you are lighting a bonfire, please follow our tips below:

• Only burn dry material, do not burn anything which is wet or damp, this causes more smoke
• Check there are no cables (telephone wires etc) above the bonfire
• Build the bonfire away from sheds, fences and trees
• Don’t use petrol or paraffin to start the fire it can get out of control quickly

Once the bonfire is lit, make sure to:

• Keep a fire extinguisher or garden hose nearby – in case of emergencies
• Don’t leave the bonfire unattended
• Keep children and pets away from the bonfire
• Don’t throw any fireworks into the fire
• Don’t burn aerosols, tyres, canisters or anything containing foam or paint – this could produce toxic fumes and some containers may explode, causing injury
• Once the bonfire has died down, spray the embers with water to stop it reigniting.

Have a safe and fun night everyone!