Fireworks get ready to launch

ORGANISERS of the Bristol area’s biggest fireworks display have issued advice for people coming along.

The Downend Round Table display takes place at King George V playing fields on Friday November 8.

This year’s display is again being choreographed by 2023 British Firework Championship-winning pyrotechnicians SkyBurst, with a soundtrack led by entertainers Party Peeps on the theme of ‘A Night At The Movies’.

Ahead of the event, Downend Round Table is giving ticket, travel and safety guidance for the 12,000 people expected to attend.

The event has sold out in advance over the last few years, and tickets are only available online at www.downendrt.co.uk.

As the Voice went to print Early Bird tickets had sold out but family, adult, child, seated and VIP tickets were available.

That there are changes to the site entrances this year.

With the Sutherland Avenue car park closed for the pavilion replacement works, the entrance from that road has been moved to the nearby footpath, closer to the middle of Downend.

Volunteers from HD Dance and Impact Dance will be among the performers.

The Round Table volunteers staffing the event will be supported by teams from guide, scout and cadet groups. 

All profits will go to local good causes.

Downend Round Table chairman Paul Wells said: “We absolutely love bringing the community together for this fantastic spectacle and we are so grateful for the support of our sponsors, volunteers, and attendees, as their contributions allow us to make a positive impact on our community.”

For more information visit www.downendrt.co.uk or the group’s social media pages.