Fireworks night by night: find displays near you

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• Public bonfires to mark Bonfire Night may take place between Tuesday 3rd and Saturday 7th November
• Organisers of bonfire and fireworks events are encouraged to register details at gov.gg/events to inform neighbours and pet owners
• Bonfires must use only clean wood and dry garden vegetation, not waste materials that produce dark smoke
• Anyone planning a firework display within three miles of the airport must notify Guernsey Airport seven days in advance

States guidance and rules are in place for bonfires and fireworks events.

Public bonfires held to mark the occasion may take place between Tuesday 3rd and Saturday 7th November. For smaller gatherings, fires should be limited to clean wood and dry garden vegetation. In all cases, bonfires must not be used to dispose of waste materials or produce dark smoke.

Retailers are allowed to sell fireworks until the close of business on Thursday 5th November.

Firework use should ideally be limited to Bonfire Night itself, Thursday 5th November, although an alternative evening between Tuesday 3rd and Saturday 7th November may be recommended if circumstances such as poor weather prevent displays on the designated night.

Anyone organising a public or private bonfire or fireworks event is encouraged to register details at gov.gg/events.

This allows neighbours, pet owners and others who may be affected by noise to be aware of any planned displays in advance.

Event organisers are also encouraged to review the information available at gov.gg/fireworks, which provides practical advice on safety, consideration for others and responsible event management.

Following this guidance helps ensure celebrations can be enjoyed safely while minimising disruption to neighbours, animals, and wildlife.

Anyone planning a firework display within three miles of the airport must notify Guernsey Airport seven days in advance by completing the Safeguarding Permits and Event Applications form.

Tobin Cook, Director of Environmental Health & Pollution Regulation, said: "Bonfire Night is an occasion many islanders look forward to each year, and with a little planning it can be enjoyed safely and responsibly by everyone.

"We encourage anyone organising a bonfire or fireworks display to take a few minutes to read the guidance available online and to let our team know about their event by calling 221161.

"The advice covers everything from safety and being considerate to neighbours, to reducing any impact on wildlife and animals. Bonfires should be used only to celebrate Guy Fawkes' Night and not as a way of disposing of household or other waste."

Q&A

Q: When can public bonfires take place for Bonfire Night?
A: Public bonfires may take place between Tuesday 3rd and Saturday 7th November.

Q: What materials can be burned on bonfires?
A: Bonfires should be limited to clean wood and dry garden vegetation. They must not be used to dispose of waste materials or produce dark smoke.

Q: Do I need to notify anyone if I'm planning a firework display near the airport?
A: Yes, anyone planning a firework display within three miles of the airport must notify Guernsey Airport seven days in advance by completing the Safeguarding Permits and Event Applications form.