Community bonfire
A traditional focal point for the evening, prepared through community effort and managed as part of the organised event.
Darrington Village Field Trust presents
Bonfire & Fireworks Night
A November evening of firelight, fireworks and community spirit on Darrington Village Field.
Event details
- Date
- Saturday 7 November 2026
- Gates open
- 5:00pm
- Location
- Darrington Village Field, Philips Lane, WF8 3BH
- Entry
- Details to follow
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A village tradition
A night that brings people together
Bonfire Night transforms the Village Field into a shared community gathering, with the glow of the bonfire followed by a professional fireworks display.
The event is made possible by people from across the community, and money raised helps the Village Field Trust continue caring for the Field and supporting future community events.
Discover how to helpBonfire Night · Saturday 7 November 2026
Counting down to gates opening
Gates open at 5:00pm.
The experience
What Bonfire Night is all about
The central ingredients are simple: a community gathering, a bonfire and a professional display filling the night sky.
Sensational fireworks
A colourful display above the Village Field, giving families and neighbours a shared moment to enjoy together.
Seasonal refreshments
As always, you can keep warm with our hot food, range of drinks and seasonal treats - what’s not to like!
Community powered
Planning, preparation and event-night support all depend on people from the community giving their time.
Previous Bonfire Nights
Fireworks over the Field
A glimpse of the colour and atmosphere captured at earlier events.
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Plan your visit
Practical information
The date and gate-opening time are confirmed. The event team is still finalising the remaining arrangements.
Please check this page again nearer Bonfire Night and follow the Trust’s social channels for announcements.
- Tickets and admission
- Prices, advance sales and payment arrangements are still to be confirmed.
- Full event timings
- Bonfire-lighting and firework times will be published nearer the event—keep checking back.
- Entrance and parking
- The main entrance is on Philips Lane, WF8 3BH. Event parking and travel guidance will be confirmed before the event.
- Dogs
- Dogs are allowed at the event. Owners must act responsibly and clean up after them.
- Accessibility and facilities
- Information about access, toilets and available assistance will be added when arrangements are confirmed.
- Safety and weather
- Final visitor guidance and any postponement or cancellation process will be published here.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
When is Bonfire Night?
It will be held on Saturday 7 November 2026. Gates open at 5:00pm.
Can I buy tickets yet?
Ticket and admission details have not yet been confirmed. They will be published on this page when available.
What time will the bonfire and fireworks begin?
Only the 5:00pm gate-opening time is confirmed at present. The full event timetable will follow.
Where can I find parking and accessibility information?
These arrangements are still being planned. Please check this page nearer the event rather than relying on details from previous years.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes. Dogs are allowed on the Field, including during events. Owners must act responsibly and clean up after their dogs.
How can I help at the event?
Email the Village Field Trust to ask how you could lend a hand with preparation or on the night.