TRENDING • BONFIRE NIGHT
Remember, remember, the 5th of November
PUBLISHED | 01 NOVEMBER 2024
As the sun begins to set on another Diwali and Allhallowtide, at least it’s not long until we can enjoy another burst of colour on those dark autumn nights. With Fireworks Night just around the corner, we’ve checked out some bobby dazzlers sure to delight big kids of all ages.
Fun fact: Did you know that up until 1959 it was illegal not to celebrate Bonfire Night in Britain? Guy Fawkes would be proud but let’s not get into that whole blowing up the Houses of Parliament thing…
SPARKS WILL FLY
This pair are finding other ways to keep warm this autumn and just happen to have a group of friends on hand to help light up their lives. Totally ignoring the bonfire night brief, ‘sake.
These Giant Golden Sparklers are a good length (18”) including the handle so they won’t burn the hand off you. They give off lovely classic golden sparkles and burn for a pretty decent 80 seconds. They are CAT F1 low risk - good to know.
Sparklers are a fun accompaniment or affordable alternative to larger fireworks. And we just can’t resist anything shiny-shiny.
GOODNESS GRACIOUS
Great Crackling Balls of Fire sounds more like a medical emergency than novelty outdoor fireworks. These are a good substitute for bangers which are banned in the UK (unless, of course, you know someone called “Dodgy Dave” who could spot you some out of the back of his van).
These fun banger alternatives shoot exploding sparks in a good 1 metre radius. They also have a decent loudness level but not too loud that it will scare the pets and those of a nervous disposition. Which can only be a good thing.
BANISH OR END THE GAME?
Ahh, so THAT’S how they do it. Emulate the magic bit in “The Traitors” franchise where a vote is cast into a fiery pit turning the flames either green or red. Yeah, I’m a Traitors addict, get over it.
Throw a packet of this magic Rainbow Fire onto a wood burning fire to create a brilliant display of colourful flames and have your bonfire guests drop their jaws in wonderment.
The packet contains powders that change the colour of the flames to blue, orange, red, and green and will more than make up for any damp squibs. Not "squids", that’s a whole different type of game.
To make things even more colourful and add an air of mystery to your Gunpowder Plot proceedings, why not give these Ring Pull Smoke Grenades a go? As these are more effective in the daylight, you could use these in the lead up to your bonfire party and not set off fireworks in the middle of the day like the other dafties.
The grenades are really easy to use and offer a huge amount of smoke that lasts around 60 seconds. If there are any goths lying around your garden lamenting the passing of Halloween, cheer them up with these.
LIGHT MY FIRE
Bonfire night isn’t complete without, well, fire! This heavy duty wood-burning Fire Bowl is a pyromaniac’s delight but also comes with a spark screen to protect the more safety conscious amongst us from stray embers.
This fire pit has an interesting hexagonal design and, with more sides than the traditional square shape, gives off a good amount of heat. The perfect centrepiece for your outdoor seating area. So gather round, warm those cold hands, and get toasting those tasty marshmallows.
SMOKE GETS IN YOUR EYES
If you are not a big fan of eau de smoke then this outdoor Solo Stove Smokeless Fire Pit will make your bonfire night a little less eye watering. It’s made from stainless steel, easy to light, and the wood burns to ash in a removable pan. It’s portable too, so you can take it off somewhere remote and dispose of the evidence of Fawkes’ demise. No clothes stinking of smoke to give you away either. Fire? What fire?
The fire pit can be used for cooking too but the prices for the add-on accessories will bring on a whole different kind of eye-watering.
If outdoor fireworks are a no-go why not try this Fireworks Bubble Machine? It’s a portable bubble blower which comes with built-in LED lights that shine on the bubbles as they shoot up into the air. All the magic of a colourful visual without the traditional firework safety concerns.
Just don’t bother with the sound option though as apparently it’s a bit rubbish. With the money you save on standard fireworks why not hire a philharmonic orchestra instead for some ‘banging’ tunes.
IT’S OH SO QUIET
Spare a thought for our furry pals this Bonfire Night with Low Noise Fireworks. These are definitely a more effective solution than ramping up Classic FM in an attempt to drown out what sounds like the blitz.
Fireworks don’t have to be noisy to be enjoyable. Some no sound fireworks can have particularly unique and colourful patterns, so you shouldn’t feel like you are missing out on the whole experience.
There is an array of traditional style low noise fireworks such as Catherine wheels, fountains, and roman candles to choose from. No excuses, choose an introverted firework today.
GLOW UP
Whether you are having an all-night bonfire rave or a party for the kids, these vibrant Glowsticks will add a fun splash of ultra bright colour to your event. There are 205 pieces in total including the well made connectors and 8 inch long sticks so you can create a world of long lasting colour into the wee small hours. They are non-toxic and leak proof for peace of mind.
The glow pack also comes with an eyeglasses kit but why anyone would want to look like Christopher Biggins is beyond me.
MALLOW DRAMA
Don’t let your guests go hungry with these Giant Toasting Marshmallows. Gather round the fire pit and toast these delicious hunks of gluten free pink and white yumminess. Why not be extra indulgent and have a pot of melted chocolate close by to dip them into before you eat? For sweetness overload why not compliment with a Yorkshire Parkin gingerbread dessert, traditionally served on 5th November or some homemade toffee apples. Or both!
Either way, enjoy these guilt-free and balance out all that healthy bobbing for apples.