Welcome to the Haddenham Bonfire Committee blog.
We shall be supporting the Haddenham Village Blossoms and Bygones on 11 May by serving hot dogs and burgers etc from our marquee on The Green. This is a great day out for family and friends. For a small fee you can visit many village attractions such as the famous Brick Museum or the ancient Great Mill (now working). There is an exhilarating tractor trailer service to whisk you from place to place- see the village from high up on a surprisingly fast trailer. One fee covers it all plus there is a range of refreshments for sale, and much more...
In the Summer we hope to be invited back to the Robert Arkenstall Summer Fayre to serve food. (Our sausages, from the local butchers, are especially tasty)
The Autumn will see another of our successful Fun Runs; this year it is Sunday 14 September in the morning. Paticipants vary from serious runners to families out for a pleasant stroll away from traffic. One thing they all have in common- they are out for fun!
Of course in November we shall be putting on our annual family firework show and bonfire: Friday evening 7 November.
As soon as more details are available they will be posted here.
In the meantime why not have a look at previous years by clicking on the various 'Blog Archive' items in the panel on the right.
If you would like more information about our activities, or would like to help in any way, you can contact us by email: hadboncom@aol.com
Tuesday, January 01, 2008
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
Friday, September 28, 2007
Haddenham Bonfire Committee
The annual bonfire and firework display
Friday 2 November 2007
Fairchild’s Meadow at the bottom of
Chewells Lane off Hop Row
Gates open 6.30
Guy judging 7.00
Fireworks 7.30
Entrance: £4 adult £2 children
Two children accompanied by a Guy: Entry FREE!
There will be a guy competition with prizes for the winners
Food will be served all evening
Bring the family for a safe spectacular firework display
Warm up by the huge hot bonfire
While enjoying Hot dogs Burgers Soup Hot drinks
Please note that for everyone’s safety no personal fireworks or sparklers are allowed
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