Fireworks Shipping & Delivery Information
We want to make sure you have all the information you need about our delivery process so you can enjoy your fireworks safely, on time, and in compliance with UK law.
Why Is the Delivery of Fireworks So Expensive?
At Top Shotter Fireworks, we recognise that transporting fireworks – classified as explosives – involves unique challenges. In the UK, only a limited number of specialist couriers are licensed to carry fireworks, meaning we cannot use standard delivery companies such as Hermes, DPD, or UPS. This specialist handling naturally results in higher delivery costs than standard parcels.
The cost for us to send an order typically starts between £50–£70. We subsidise part of this cost for our customers, with your final delivery charge based on your order value.
Recent changes to UK Firework Regulations, combined with increased diesel prices, have further raised the cost of transporting hazardous goods. Wherever possible, we absorb the majority of these increased costs to keep prices fair.
We are committed to providing excellent service and keeping delivery charges as low as possible, even if they may appear high. For any delivery charge enquiries, please contact us.
We only deliver within Mainland UK. For other destinations, please contact us before ordering.
It is the customer’s responsibility to ensure someone is available to receive the delivery. Missed deliveries may incur redelivery charges. An adult aged 18 or over must be present to accept delivery for safety and regulatory compliance.
Dispatch Times
Orders are processed Monday to Friday. We aim to dispatch within 1–2 business days of receiving your order. During peak seasons, such as Bonfire Night and New Year’s Eve, dispatch times may be slightly longer due to high demand.
Firework Shipping Methods
We use a licensed Hazardous Goods courier specialising in the transportation of fireworks. Standard delivery usually takes 3–5 business days. Shipping times are estimates and may vary by location.
Please ensure your delivery address is correct and that someone aged 18+ is available. The courier will take photographic ID evidence upon delivery. A maximum of two delivery attempts will be made; after that, the order will be returned to the depot. Additional charges may apply for further delivery attempts.
Shipping Costs
SMOKE GRENADES ONLY
Standard Delivery (3–5 Business Days): £4.99
Express Delivery (1–2 Business Days): £5.99
Please note: When multiple smoke flares are purchased, or when they are combined with other products, additional delivery charges will be calculated at checkout. This is to accommodate the increased shipping cost due to weight and specialist handling.
BRADFORD, LEEDS, HUDDERSFIELD, HALIFAX
Express Delivery (Same Day – 2 Business Days)
Order Value: £1 – £299.99: £9.99
Order Value: ÂŁ300+: FREE
ENGLAND (EXCLUDING ABOVE & EXTENDED)
Standard Delivery (3–5 Business Days)
£1 – £99.99: £39.95
£100 – £199.99: £34.95
£200 – £299.99: £29.95
ÂŁ300+: FREE
Express Delivery (1–3 Business Days)
£100 – £149.99: £39.95
£150 – £299.99: £34.95
£300 – £999.99: £29.95
ÂŁ1000+: FREE
ENGLAND EXTENDED (Postcodes: BH, BN, CT, DT, EX, IP, LD, ME, NP, NR, PL, PO, SO, TA, TR, TQ)
Standard Delivery (5–7 Business Days)
£1 – £99.99: £49.95
£100 – £199.99: £44.95
£200 – £499.99: £39.95
ÂŁ500+: FREE
Express Delivery (3–5 Business Days)
£99.99 – £199.99: £59.95
£200 – £299.99: £49.95
£300 – £999.99: £39.95
ÂŁ1000+: FREE
SCOTLAND (Minimum ÂŁ100)
Standard Delivery (5–7 Business Days)
£99.99 – £149.99: £39.95
£150 – £199.99: £34.95
£200 – £299.99: £29.95
ÂŁ500+: FREE
Express Delivery (3–5 Business Days)
£99.99 – £149.99: £49.95
£150 – £299.99: £44.95
£300 – £999.99: £39.95
ÂŁ1000+: FREE
SCOTLAND EXTENDED (Minimum ÂŁ100) (Postcodes: DD, KA, PA, PH)
Standard Delivery (7 Business Days)
£100 – £299.99: £59.99
£300 – £499.99: £39.99
ÂŁ500+: FREE
Express Delivery (5 Business Days)
£99.99 – £499.99: £69.95
£500 – £999.99: £59.95
ÂŁ1000+: FREE
SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS, ISLANDS & WALES
Standard Delivery (7 Business Days)
Due to high costs for remote areas, a fixed delivery charge applies. We may contact you to confirm delivery feasibility. Orders may be cancelled if access is too difficult or remote.
Important: If you select Scotland Mainland delivery for these postcodes, your order will not be fulfilled and a processing fee will be charged for the refund.
Irrespective of order value: ÂŁ69.99 (Minimum Order ÂŁ100)
Click & Collect
We offer FREE Click & Collect from both of our stores:
- Bradford Branch: 53 Westgate, Bradford, BD1 2RD
- Newcastle Branch: 269 Shields Rd, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 1DQ
We will notify you when your order is ready for collection. Please bring photo ID and the payment card used for your order.