Wednesday, November 14, 2007
BONFIRE NIGHT 2007
The nearest Friday night to the 5th of November has become the regular time for our annual Bonfire Night. This year we had a very mild and dry night, with clear skies to show off the display. People began queuing before the gates opened at 6.30 and we had a steady flow of spectators for the next hour.
The Guys were judged and the huge bonfire lit, by now host to a good selection of Guys. Fairchild’s Meadow was soon a cheery place with the warm glow of the fire and a good-sized crowd enjoying the exceptionally mild evening. Our food marquee did a roaring trade selling hot dogs, burgers, drinks, baked potatoes and soup to fend off any hunger pangs before the spectacular firework display got underway at 7.30.
Somehow the small team of pyrotechnic experts improves the display every year. This year the fireworks were sent high above the bonfire so they lost none of their spectacular beauty against the dark sky. A stunning series of fireworks of every description shot above our heads to burst in all directions. The finale was a continuous spread of crackling, glorious colour right across the full width of the field. It was not allowed to fade as more and more fireworks were sent up to add to the spectacle.
This is surely a great way for a family to enjoy this annual reminder of what might have been seen over the remains of the Houses of Parliament if Guy had not been discovered! We endeavour to put on a brilliant display in a safe environment with food and drink to keep everyone happy- if you missed it this year keep us in mind for November 2008- you will be very welcome and we think you will be well entertained!
The Haddenham Bonfire Committee www.hadboncom.blogspot.com
The Guys were judged and the huge bonfire lit, by now host to a good selection of Guys. Fairchild’s Meadow was soon a cheery place with the warm glow of the fire and a good-sized crowd enjoying the exceptionally mild evening. Our food marquee did a roaring trade selling hot dogs, burgers, drinks, baked potatoes and soup to fend off any hunger pangs before the spectacular firework display got underway at 7.30.
Somehow the small team of pyrotechnic experts improves the display every year. This year the fireworks were sent high above the bonfire so they lost none of their spectacular beauty against the dark sky. A stunning series of fireworks of every description shot above our heads to burst in all directions. The finale was a continuous spread of crackling, glorious colour right across the full width of the field. It was not allowed to fade as more and more fireworks were sent up to add to the spectacle.
This is surely a great way for a family to enjoy this annual reminder of what might have been seen over the remains of the Houses of Parliament if Guy had not been discovered! We endeavour to put on a brilliant display in a safe environment with food and drink to keep everyone happy- if you missed it this year keep us in mind for November 2008- you will be very welcome and we think you will be well entertained!
The Haddenham Bonfire Committee www.hadboncom.blogspot.com
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