The nights are drawing in and bonfire night is almost upon us.
In line with tradition, Bolton will be lit up in spectacular fashion as organised displays take place across the borough - with one taking place this weekend.
Although there may be no free display this year, many are affordable and guarantee a great night out for all the family.
Displays include:
Bradshaw Cricket Club
Bradshaw Cricket Club will put on a Wonka themed firework display on October 19, complete with a funfair, food stalls, and outdoor bar.
Gates open at 6pm and the fireworks will start at 8pm. Tickets are £8 per person and £20 per family.
Tonge Cricket Club
Tonge Cricket Club firework night will take place on October 25. Gates open at 6pm and the fireworks will start at 8pm.
Entry is £7 for adults, £5 for children, and £20 for families. Tickets can be purchased here.
Horwich RMI Cricket Club
On October 27 Horwich RMI Cricket Club will host their firework display. Gates open at 6pm and the display will begin at 7:30pm
Entry is £7 for adults, £5 for children, and £20 for families. Tickets can be purchased here.
Westhoughton Cricket Club
Westhoughton Cricket Club’s firework display will take place on November 1 from 6pm to 11pm, complete with outside bars and a funfair. The fireworks will be lit at approximately 8pm depending on the weather.
Adult tickets are £6, tickets for children under 16 are £4, and children under 4 go free. You can book here.
Farnworth Cricket Club
Farnworth Cricket Club’s annual bonfire and firework display with fairground rides is also taking place November 1 at 5:30pm.
Tickets must be purchased with cash on the gate. Tickets are £4 for adults and £3 for children.
Blackrod Cricket Club
On November 2 Blackrod Cricket Club will host their annual bonfire. The fire will be lit at 6:15pm and the fireworks are due to begin at 7:45pm.
Cheaper advance tickets can be purchased at the club from October 11, £6 for adults and £3 for under 16s. Tickets will also be available at the gate on the night.
Bolton School
On November 3 Friends of Bolton School will host “at the movies” themed fireworks from 4pm to 5pm to fundraise for Bolton School Theatre.
There will be many games, stalls, a raffle for hampers and luxury Christmas puddings will also be on sale.
Adult tickets are £10. Tickets for children (aged 2-18) are £6. Tickets are limited so you are advised to book as soon as possible. More details on the school website
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