All-Day Event guide Start Finish
Activity
9.30am 8pm
Gunpowder plot themed display Prize draw competition to win a Pendle Witch porcelain doll and firework poster competition (up to age 11yrs).
A Lancaster Visitor Information Centre
Family fireworks fun: crafts and stories Create some bonfire night crafts then gather round at 11am for stories with a autumnal feel. Free event for under 12s. No need to book – pop in anytime for the craft-making.
B Lancaster Library
Guided tours of Lancaster Castle Delve into the fascinating history of the castle and dare to be locked up in the dark dungeons!! Tours depart every 30mins.
C Lancaster Castle
Lantern making workshop Lean how to make your very own paper lantern, and then proudly parade it as part of the official fireworks lantern procession. Please book in advance places limited. Free event for children aged 5-9.
D Lancaster City Museum
Lancaster and the Pendle Witches guided walk Building up the 400-year anniversary. Who were the Pendle Witches? Find out on this tour through the ancient streets of Lancaster. Free event. No need to book.
A Depart from Lancaster VIC
Paying the price for the Gunpowder Plot: The history of Lancaster Cathedral Explore Lancaster's cathedral and learn how the Reformation and the Gunpowder Plot influenced the history of our Roman Catholic community. Admission free.
E Lancaster Cathedral, East Road
'Treason and Plot’ Storytelling for bonfire night with Lancashire storyteller Sue Allonby. Every half hour. 'Follow the Rocket' treasure hunt and special bonfire night lucky dip. Free event. (Usual museum charges apply - accompanied kids free).
F Lancaster Maritime Museum
Fire building Experience the thrill of building safe fires, toast marshmallows and make a delicious cup of hot chocolate. Free event. No need to book (Ages 5-12)
G Williamson Park
Family fireworks fun: crafts and stories Create some bonfire night crafts then gather round at 2pm for stories with an autumnal feel. Free event for under 12s. No need to book – pop in anytime for the craft making.
B Lancaster Library
Fireworks storytelling Guy Fawkes themed storytelling with Dominic Kelly. Duration approx 30 mins. Free family event for any age.
G Williamson Park
Lantern making workshop Lean how to make your very own paper lantern, and then proudly parade it as part of the official fireworks lantern procession. Please book in advance places limited.Free event for children aged 5-9.
D Lancaster City Museum
Lancaster and the Pendle Witches guided walk Building up the 400-year anniversary. Who were the Pendle Witches? Find out on this tour through the ancient streets of Lancaster. Free walk. No need to book.
A Depart from Lancaster VIC
Fireworks storytelling Guy Fawkes themed storytelling with Dominic Kelly. Duration approx 30 mins. Free family event for any age.
G Williamson Park
Fun fair at Salt Ayre Sports Centre Get into the festival mood with Taylor’s Funfair and enjoy spectacular views of the display from the banks of the River Lune. With hot drinks and refreshments, free parking and a mud-free viewing area, it’s a great place to enjoy the fireworks.
H Salt Ayre Sports Centre
Snap, Crackle & Pop family singing and body percussion workshop Learn to make music with body percussion and ensemble singing. A fun family workshop - no previous experience necessary. £3 adults, £2 children Please book in advance. Suitable for families with children age 10 and above.
I The Dukes
Fireworks lantern parade Children from the Lantern making workshops will mark the start of the evening’s firework festivities with a procession to Quay Meadow. Participation in the procession is by advance booking only with Lancaster City Museum. Only children who have booked a place in advance are able to take part.
D City Museum to Quay Meadow
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10.30am 4pm
11am
1pm
1pm
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1pm
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2pm
4pm
3.30pm
4pm
2.30pm
4pm
4pm
4.30pm
9pm
5.30pm 7pm
6.45pm 7.15pm
Where 01524 582394 www.citycoastcountryside.co.uk
www.lancashire.gov.uk/libraries 01524 580700
01524 64998 www.lancastercastle.com
01524 64998 www.lancastercastle.com
01524 582394 www.citycoastcountryside.co.uk
01524 384820 www.Lancaster cathedral.org.uk
01524 382264 www.Lancashire.gov.uk/museums
01524 33318 www.lancaster.gov.uk/play
01524 580700 www.lancashire.gov.uk/libraries
01524 33318 www.lancaster.gov.uk/williamsonpark
01524 64998 www.lancastercastle.com
01524 582394 www.citycoastcountryside.co.uk
01524 33318 www.lancaster.gov.uk/williamsonpark
01524 847540 www.lancaster.gov.uk/saltayre
01524 598500 www.dukes-lancaster.org
The Main event 7pm
8.30pm
Live outside broadcast from Quay Meadow with BBC Radio Lancashire
8pm
8.30pm
Fireworks Display
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ST GEORGES QUAY WILL BE CLOSED BETWEEN 6.30PM AND 9PM (AFTER THE PARKSAFE ENTRANCE) THE FIREWORKS CAN NO LONGER BE VIEWED FROM THE CASTLE PRECINCT. PLEASE USE OFFICIAL VIEWING AREAS.
From the official viewing areas: Quay Meadow (main viewing area) Williamson Park Giant Axe Field and Salt Ayre Sports Centre
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