London Bonfire Night displays 2012

Here's our guide to firework displays taking place in London this Bonfire Night.

Jayne Robinson

Date published: 11th Oct 2012

Are you ready London? It's that time of year again. And haven't we got some fantastic Bonfire night events for you.

In these cold and depressing winter months we need something to cheer us up - like a crackling fire, sparkly fireworks, toffee apples and bonfire food, Mmmm.

Bonfire night certainly brings people together, and with so many events and firework displays in London to choose from, we thought we'd narrow it down for you.

Danson Park Fireworks
Danson Park's annual firework display returns on Saturday 3rd November, with its fireworks over the lake, choreographed to music. There will be entertainment such as stalls, music and a funfair, and hot food and drink. Saturday 3rd November; Gates 6pm. Price: Advance ticket; Adult £4, Kids £3, Under 4's- free. Tickets at the gate £5.

Crystal Palace Park Fireworks
Two displays, one with fewer bangs for the children at 7pm and a main display choreographed with music at 8.30pm. There will be an onsite funfair and hot food and drink. Monday 5th November; Gates 6pm. Price: Adult £5, Kids (5-13) £3, under 5s, Free.

Barking Park Fireworks
If a night of fun is what you're looking for then Barking Park Firework display is the place to be. The annual charity firework display has family activities, a concert stage showcasing some amazing up and coming talent and tribute acts, a funfair with traditional and extreme rides and the main firework display at 8pm. Barking Park, Sunday 4th November; Gates 4pm. Price: Adults £5, Accompanied under-16s: £1.

Carshalton Fireworks
Wallington and Carshalton Round table 166 host their annual firework display in support of local charities. There will be music and entertainment from Jackie Roadshow and a firework display to follow. Saturday 3rd November; Gates 5pm. Price: £7.50.

Chislehurst Fireworks and Funfair
Taking place at the Chislehurst Recreation Ground on Empress Drive, this event has something for all the family with a funfair, bonfire, firework display and hot food and drink. Saturday 3rd November; Gates 6pm. Price: Adults £6, Kids £3, Advance tickets: Adults £5, Kids £2.50.

Brent celebrates Fireworks Night
Brent celebrates bonfire night with a firework and laser display, both choreographed to music. The celebration also has a George Irvin funfair, stalls and hot food and drink. Roundwood park, Monday 5th November; Gates 7pm. Price: Free.

Words: Cassie Cain