You have got a garden, a group of people expecting a display on the 5th, and a vague idea that you need “some fireworks.” That is where most Bonfire Night orders start. Top Shotter Fireworks sells everything you need for a home Guy Fawkes night display — selection boxes, rockets, cakes, sparklers and fountains — with 601 Google reviews at 5.0 stars, free UK delivery over £300, and two shops in Bradford and Newcastle if you want to collect in person.
Every bonfire night firework for sale on this page is consumer-grade, CE marked, and delivered anywhere in the UK. Browse the range below, or read our planning guide to work out what you actually need for the 5th November.
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Bonfire Night Selection Boxes
If you have never bought fireworks before, a selection box is the simplest way in. One purchase, one box, a complete display. Inside you get a mix of effects — fountains, Roman candles, small cakes and sometimes sparklers — so you do not need to choose each piece individually. Open the box, read the instructions, and you have got a 10-15 minute display sorted. Browse selection boxes.
Rockets and Cakes for Guy Fawkes Night
Rockets are the classic Bonfire Night firework. Vertical launch, big burst, the one everyone looks up for. Barrage cakes are the modern alternative — ground-based, multi-shot, and they fire a sequence of aerial effects from a single lighting point. If your garden backs onto houses or is under 25 metres long, cakes are the better choice. Rockets need open space to be safe and legal. Browse rockets | Browse cakes.
Bonfire Night Sparklers and Fountains
Sparklers are as much a part of Bonfire Night as the bonfire itself. They are what the kids hold while the adults set up the next firework. Fountains sit on the ground and throw coloured sparks upward for 30 seconds to two minutes — low noise, low risk, and the safest option for smaller gardens. Between sparklers and fountains, you have got enough for a family display even without anything aerial.
Bonfire Night Firework Packs and Bundles
Pre-built packs take the guesswork out. Each one is put together to give a balanced display at a set price point — a mix of cakes, fountains, sparklers and sometimes rockets, chosen to work together rather than thrown in at random. If you want to set a budget and get on with it, a pack is the fastest route from “I need fireworks” to “sorted.”
Not sure what you need? Read our planning guide below to match fireworks to your garden size and budget.
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Best Fireworks for Bonfire Night 2026 — Our Picks
Best Budget Bonfire Night Fireworks (Under £50)
Under £50 gets you sparklers and a couple of fountains, or a small selection box. That is not a 15-minute display — it is sparklers in the garden with the kids and a fountain or two to finish the evening. Plenty of families do exactly this every Bonfire Night and it works.
A pack of 18-inch sparklers, one or two garden fountains, and you have got a solid 5 minutes of fireworks with sparkler time either side. Do not expect cakes or rockets at this price, but you do not need them for a quiet family night.
Best Mid-Range Bonfire Night Packs (£50–150)
This is where most Bonfire Night orders land — and it is where things get genuinely good. For £50 to £150, expect a selection box plus two or three standalone pieces: a barrage cake, a couple of larger fountains, and a sparkler pack. That gives you a 10-15 minute display with enough variety to keep people watching.
A 25-shot cake runs about 40 seconds of continuous aerial effects. Add a fan cake and a couple of fountains between them, and you have got a proper show. This is also where garden fireworks hit the sweet spot — everything works in a medium-sized garden without needing a field.
Best Premium Guy Fawkes Night Displays (£150+)
At £150 and above, you are building the kind of display that neighbours come outside to watch. Multiple barrage cakes, a large selection box, rockets if you have the space, fountains for ground-level effects, and sparklers for the gaps. Expect a continuous display lasting 20-30 minutes.
At this budget, you are not just buying fireworks — you are putting on a show. Orders over £300 qualify for free UK delivery, and most premium displays fall in that range.
How to Plan Your Bonfire Night Garden Display
What Fireworks Do You Need for a Home Display?
Your garden size determines what you can safely use. Here is what works at each scale:
Small garden (under 15 metres): Stick to fountains, sparklers, and small selection boxes. These need a minimum 5-metre safety distance, so a 10-metre garden gives you enough clearance with spectators behind the launch area. Cakes and rockets are not suitable at this size.
Medium garden (15-30 metres): Add barrage cakes and Roman candles to the mix. Most cakes need an 8-metre safety distance, and a 20-metre garden gives comfortable space. This is where display packs work well — enough room for ground and aerial effects without feeling cramped.
Large garden (30 metres+): Rockets become viable. Rockets need clear vertical space with no overhanging trees and at least 25 metres between the launch point and spectators. If you have a large open garden or a field at the bottom, this is your full toolkit.
If you are not sure about distances, measure from where you would light the fireworks to where people will stand. That number tells you what categories to shop from.
How Long Should a Bonfire Night Display Last?
Most home displays run 10-20 minutes — that is plenty. A 30-minute display feels long even at a professional event.
Here is how to map time to fireworks: a single barrage cake lasts 30-60 seconds depending on the shot count. A fountain runs 30 seconds to two minutes. So for a 15-minute display, you need roughly 10-15 individual fireworks of varying types.
Sparklers fill the gaps. Light sparklers between set pieces while you set up the next firework. This stretches a 10-piece display into a 15-minute experience and keeps the kids busy while you sort the next one.
The simplest approach: buy a selection box for the backbone, add two or three standalone cakes or fountains for highlights, and keep a box of sparklers on hand for transitions. That formula covers most home displays.
Safety Tips for Setting Off Fireworks on 5th November
Keep a bucket of water or sand next to the firing area for spent fireworks and dud sparklers. Read the instructions on every firework before dark — they are printed on the label and tell you the safety distance, which fuse to light, and how to position the firework. Have spectators stand behind the display area, not around it. Never go back to a firework that did not light — leave it for at least 15 minutes, then soak it in the water bucket. And keep pets indoors — this one gets forgotten every year.
Bonfire Night Fireworks Law UK — What You Need to Know
When Can You Set Off Fireworks on Bonfire Night?
On 5th November, the usual 11pm fireworks curfew extends to midnight. This is one of four dates in the UK with an extended curfew — the others are New Year’s Eve (1am), Diwali (1am), and Chinese New Year (1am). So on Bonfire Night, you can legally set off consumer fireworks until midnight without any issues. After midnight, it becomes an offence under the Fireworks Regulations 2004.
There is no restriction on when you start. Most people begin their display once it gets dark — around 5pm in early November.
UK Fireworks Curfew Rules
The standard rules are straightforward:
- Most nights: Consumer fireworks cannot be set off after 11pm.
- 5th November (Bonfire Night): Extended to midnight.
- New Year’s Eve: Extended to 1am on 1st January.
- Diwali night: Extended to 1am.
- Chinese New Year: Extended to 1am.
On any other night, including the weekend nearest Bonfire Night if it falls on a weekday, the 11pm curfew applies. If your Bonfire Night party is on Saturday 7th November because the 5th is a Thursday, you must finish by 11pm.
Age Restrictions and Storage Rules
You must be 18 or over to buy fireworks in the UK. It is illegal to sell fireworks to anyone under 18 — online or in-store. You cannot store more than 5kg of fireworks at home without a licence (net explosive content, not total weight — this covers most single home displays). You cannot set off fireworks in a public place — streets, parks, car parks. Your own garden or private land only.
Why Buy Bonfire Night Fireworks from Top Shotter?
Free UK Delivery Over £300
All orders over £300 ship free to anywhere in the UK. For orders under that threshold, standard delivery rates apply at checkout. Most premium display orders and larger bonfire night packs qualify for free delivery.
Collect In-Store — Bradford and Newcastle
Two permanent shops, open year-round — not seasonal pop-ups that disappear after November.
Bradford: 53 Westgate, Bradford, BD1 2RD
Newcastle: 269 Shields Road, Newcastle, NE6 1DQ
Walk in, see the products, ask which cakes have the best effects for your garden size, and take everything home the same day. Visit our Bradford shop or our Newcastle shop for directions and opening hours.
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All Fireworks CE Marked and UK Legal
Every firework we sell is CE and UKCA certified for consumer use — Categories F1, F2, and F3. Full safety instructions included with each product.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bonfire Night Fireworks
Bonfire Night is always 5th November. In 2026, that falls on a Thursday. Most organised events run on the nearest weekend, but the fireworks curfew extension to midnight only applies on the 5th itself.
Yes. Consumer fireworks (Categories F1-F3) are legal to set off in your own garden until midnight on 5th November. You cannot set them off in a public place — streets, parks, or shared spaces — but private gardens and private land are fine.
Under £50 covers sparklers and a fountain or two for a quiet family display. £50 to £150 gets a selection box plus standalone cakes or fountains — enough for a 10-15 minute show. Over £150 builds a 20-30 minute display with multiple cakes, rockets, and a full range of effects.
Roughly 10-15 individual fireworks. A barrage cake lasts 30-60 seconds, a fountain 30 seconds to two minutes. Mix in sparklers between set pieces to stretch the display and give yourself time to set up the next one.
From any time after dark until midnight. The usual 11pm curfew is extended by one hour on Bonfire Night. If your display is on any other date (e.g. the nearest weekend), the standard 11pm curfew applies.
Fountains and small selection boxes. These need a minimum 5-metre safety distance, making them suitable for gardens as short as 10 metres. Avoid rockets and large cakes in small gardens — they need 8-25 metres of clearance that most small gardens cannot provide.
Yes. We deliver nationwide. Orders over £300 qualify for free UK delivery. You can also collect from our shops in Bradford or Newcastle if you prefer to browse in person and take everything home the same day.
Consumer fireworks in Categories F1, F2, and F3 are legal to buy and use. You must be 18 or over to purchase. They cannot be set off in public places, and you cannot store more than 5kg (net explosive content) at home without a licence. All fireworks sold by Top Shotter are consumer-grade and UK legal.
A cake (barrage cake) sits on the ground and fires a sequence of aerial shots from a single lighting point — 25, 49, or 100+ shots depending on the size. A rocket launches vertically from a tube or stick and delivers a single burst at height. Cakes are better for smaller gardens because they do not need vertical clearance. Rockets need open overhead space with no trees or buildings above.
Yes — your own private garden is fine. You cannot set off fireworks in public places (streets, parks, council land) or someone else’s property without permission. Stay within the curfew times: midnight on 5th November, 11pm on all other dates.
About Bonfire Night — History of Guy Fawkes Night
Why Do We Celebrate Bonfire Night?
On 5th November 1605, Guy Fawkes was discovered beneath the Houses of Parliament with 36 barrels of gunpowder, part of a Catholic plot to assassinate King James I and blow up Parliament during the State Opening. The plot failed. That night, Londoners lit bonfires to celebrate the King’s survival. By the following year, Parliament had passed the Observance of 5th November Act, making it an annual event. Over 400 years later, bonfires and fireworks on the 5th remain one of the few uniquely British traditions that has never really gone away.
When Is Bonfire Night 2026?
Bonfire Night is 5th November every year. In 2026, that is a Thursday. Most organised displays will run on Saturday 7th or Sunday 8th November, but the extended midnight curfew for home fireworks only applies on the 5th itself. If you are planning a home display, shop our bonfire night fireworks range above.
Ready to Plan Your Display?
Browse our bonfire night fireworks range above, or visit us in Bradford or Newcastle to talk it through in person. Get in touch if you have questions we have not covered here.