Firework displays this bonfire night

Remember, remember the 5th of November 2009 and watch some fantastic fireworks displays. Keep a look out in your local area for community bonfire gatherings, but if you want to see some of the largest displays in the country then why not visit one of the festivities listed below.

1. Leeds Castle

Named 'the greatest firework show on earth', this is one of the country's finest displays. Choreographed to music and enjoyed by around 15,000, its popularity owes to its magnificent castle setting. It's pricey, but includes admission to all rides and entertainment. The theme for 2009 is traditional circuses.

Date: 7-8 November 2009
Address: Leeds Castle, Maidstone, Kent, ME17 1PL
Tel: 01622 765400
Admission: Adults £16, Children (4-15) £10, under 4's FREE. Goup rates available.
For information and links to all the bonfire societys in the area the website.

2. LEGOland

One of the most spectacular displays in the South-East of England. The hugely popular event runs over 6 nights and the theme this year is the Mummies Curse - Indiana Jones. Admission also includes entry to LEGOland so you can make use of a full day of activities.

Date: October 24, 25, 30, 31 & November 1, 7
Address: LEGOland, Winkfield Road, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 4AY
Tel: 08703 905090
Admission: Adults £33.30, Children (3-15) and senior citizens £25.20, under 3 FREE.
For more information visit the website.

3. Blackheath Common

Arguably the most impressive and most anticipated display in the City. This huge event sees crowds flock across London for a spectacular display. The event is free.

Date: 8th November
Address: Blackheath Common, London, SE3 0TY
Admission: FREE

4. Cambridge Bonfire Night on Midsummer Common

This claims to be the biggest free display in East Anglia, attracting around 30,000 spectators each year. The bonfire, fireworks and family fun fair are all free.

Date: 5th November.
Address: Midsummer Common, Victoria Avenue, Cambridge, CB4
Admission: FREE (suggested donation of £1)

5. Drayton Manor

If you’re a theme park lover and want to see some great fireworks, then Drayton Manor has a fantastic display this year. After experiencing Europe’s only stand up rollercoaster, the world’s first stand up tower drop and the Thomas the Tank Engine land, a huge fireworks display will be held in the park at 7pm. This year, Drayton Manor are celebrating their 60th Anniversary Diamond Jubilee so expect an even bigger and more spectacular event. Admission includes entry to the park.

Date: 31st October, 1st November
Address: Drayton Manor theme park, near Tamworth, Staffordshire, B78 3TW
Tel: 0844 472 1950
Admission: Adults £25, Children (4-11) £21, Under 4's FREE. Family Supersavers also available.
For more information visit the website.

6. The Lewes Bonfire Society Celebrations

Boasting the biggest bonfire celebrations in the country, The Lewes Bonfire Society festivities are notorious for their exciting displays. On the 5th of November the town will be holding six separate bonfires which mark the events of Guy Fawkes attempts to burn down the Houses of Parliament and the burning of Protestant Matryrs in Lewes town centre from 1555 to 1557.

Date: 5th November
Address: Various areas in Lewes, East Sussex
For information and links to all the bonfire societys in the area the website
Admission: FREE (donation)

7. Southend Seafront Fireworks Spectacular

Picture the scene of fireworks going off with the backdrop of the sea. Well that is what is in store at Southend this fireworks season with a display happening along Marine Parade. Get down early to enjoy some refreshments and get a good spot to see the lights.

Date: 7th November
Address: Southend Seafront, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 2EJ
Price: FREE
For more information visit the website

8. Basingstoke Mayor's Charity Firework Fiesta

Taking place in the War Memorial Park and with the backdrop of heroes and villains music, the Basingstoke fireworks display is sure to delight. Jugglers will be on hand to entertain the crowd. Open from 6:30pm the fireworks will begin at 7:30pm. Sparklers are not allowed at this event.

Date: 5th November
Address: War Memorial Park, Crossborough Hill, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 4AG
Admission: Children £3, Adults £6, Family £15.
For more information visit the website.

9. Sandown Carnival and Celebrations

As well as live music, fire, pyrotechnics, and floats in the Esplanade, some fantastic fireworks will be lit from the pier at 8pm. Good fun for all the family.

Date: 5th November
Address: Esplanade, Sandown, Isle of Wight, PO36
Admission: FREE
For more information visit the website.

10. West Midland Safari Park's fantastic Bonfire Bonanza

Superheroes is the theme for this year's Bonfire Bonanza. As well as a fantastic firework display set to some of the most famour superhero tunes, the park will continue to show safari Illuminations, the reptile house, twilight cave, seaquarium and creepy crawlies. A number of rides and attractions will have the whole family enjoying this unusual setting for a fireworks display and refreshments will be on offer.

Date: 7th November
Address: West Midland Safari Park Ltd.Spring Grove, Worcestershire, DY12 1LF
Tel: 01299 402114
Admission: Adults and children £7.50, under 3’s FREE
For more information visit the website.

11. Edenbridge Bonfire

Led by the Bonfire Biship, the Edenbride procession will feature traditional bonfire floats, costume walking parties and entertainment. There will also be a 'celebrity guy', whose identity will be kept a secret until the night. So get down there and find out! Previous years guys include Jonathan Ross, Russell Brand, Anne Robinson and Saddam Hussein.

Date: 7th November
Admission: Tickets are available in the Edenbridge Book Shop
Address: Fircroft Way, Edenbridge, Kent, TN8
Tel: 01732 863120
For more information visit the website.

Slough Bonfire and Fireworks Spectacular

12. Upton Court Park

Bonfire, fireworks, fun fair, entertainment, food stalls, beer tents, free parking, disabled access.

Date: Saturday 31 October 2009. Gates open 5.30pm.
Admission: Advanced tickets on sale from Slough libraries, Montem and Langley leisure centres, Ice Arena, Slough Town Hall. Advanced tickets: £4.50 for adults, £2.50 for children and senior citizens, £12 for a family ticket (2 adults, 2 children)
On the night: £6 for adults, £4 for children and senior citizens, no family tickets.
Under 4s go free.
Address: Upton Court Park, Upton Court Road, Slough, SL3 7LU

For more information: www.slough.gov.uk

These are some of the largest, but if you know of any in your area that you would like to promote then please leave the details in the comments below.