24 Cracking Firework Displays in the Cotswolds & Bonfire Nights 2025
Firework Displays in the Cotswolds 2025
From grand fireworks at Sudeley Castle and South Cerney Airfield to village bonfires across Bisley, Painswick, Minchinhampton, Chipping Campden and beyond, there’s no shortage of dazzling firework displays in the Cotswolds this Bonfire Night 2025.
Explore Gloucestershire has curated the ultimate round-up of Cotswold fireworks so families can enjoy the magic of Bonfire Night under starry skies — from intimate village events to spectacular large-scale shows.
Please Note: Explore Gloucestershire only supports organised firework displays. Pets and wildlife can be severely affected by unregulated fireworks, and official events help everyone prepare accordingly.
Important: Always check the organiser’s official website or Facebook page before attending, as times and details may change at short notice.
Cotswolds Firework Displays — Date-by-Date Guide
1) Firework Display at De Vere Tortworth Court Hotel – Tortworth
A prestigious charity evening in aid of SANDS, with family fun, fairground rides, food and live music at the stunning De Vere Tortworth Court. Enjoy a 10-minute musical fireworks display. Some sequences are loud; ear protection is advised.
> More info about Tortworth Fireworks
2) Aston Down Fireworks, Air Display & Bonfire – Near Stroud
Unmissable family event at Aston Down Airfield with funfair, food, STEM workshops, a gliding simulator and pumpkin carving. Look out for a dazzling airborne pyrotechnic display, followed by a bonfire and a spectacular fireworks finale by an award-winning team.
Airborne pyrotechnics and bonfire at Aston Down Airfield
> See details for Aston Down Fireworks
3) Rotary 5 Valleys Firework Display – Stroud
A Stroud tradition at Marling School Playing Fields featuring a 20-minute display choreographed to music by Star Fireworks. Enjoy John Coneley’s funfair, food and soft drinks, plus free Punch & Judy for under-12s. Proceeds support local charities.
> More about the 5 Valleys Fireworks
4) Phantoms & Fireworks at Sudeley Castle – Winchcombe
Spend Halloween at Sudeley Castle with a haunted trail, mischievous walkabout characters and the lively Ghoul Skool Disco, building to family-friendly fireworks. Food stalls serve pizza, sweet treats and warming drinks.
Frightful fireworks above historic Sudeley Castle on Halloween
> Event details for Sudeley Castle Fireworks
5) Chipping Campden Firework Display – Chipping Campden
PTA fundraiser for St James & Ebrington Primary School with a traditional bonfire, dazzling fireworks, hot food, bar and sweet stall. Friendly, family atmosphere in the Cotswolds. For safety, sparklers are not permitted on site.
> Find out more about Chipping Campden Fireworks
6) Birdlip Bonfire Night Fireworks – Birdlip
Family-friendly fireworks in support of Birdlip Primary School, featuring a dazzling display, live music, tasty food stalls and a well-stocked bar. A great community night out in the Cotswolds, raising funds for the school.
> More info about Birdlip Fireworks
7) Quenington Bulldogs Firework Display – Quenington
A traditional bonfire and fireworks fundraiser with hotdogs, homemade soups, hot chocolate and stalls. Enjoy sparkling entertainment in the heart of the Cotswolds. Entry by cash donation; proceeds support local good causes.
Community bonfire and fireworks in Quenington village
> Discover more about Quenington Fireworks
8) Far Peak Fireworks Night – Northleach
Family fireworks at Far Peak featuring a spectacular display, BBQ, street food and live music. The on-site bar is open for over-18s after the show. For safety, sparklers are not permitted on site.
> More about Far Peak Fireworks
9) Big Bisley Bonfire Night Bash – Bisley
A much-loved community celebration featuring a blazing bonfire, spectacular fireworks, BBQ, veggie and non-veggie chilli, hot chocolate and glow toys. Under-5s go free, and advance family tickets offer great value.
> Find out more about Bisley Fireworks
10) South Cerney Fireworks Spectacular – South Cerney Airfield
A large-scale Cotswolds spectacular with a bonfire, immersive light show, low-noise children’s display and a huge main fireworks performance choreographed to music. Monster truck rides, fairground fun and food courts add to the excitement.
Huge Cotswolds firework spectacular with bonfire and fairground
> See details for South Cerney Fireworks
11) Guiting Power Bonfire & Firework Display – Guiting Power
Classic Cotswolds bonfire night with a roaring bonfire, spectacular fireworks, village-hall bar, hot dogs, sweets and family entertainment. A charming community atmosphere and memorable pyrotechnics in the heart of the Cotswolds.
> See more about Guiting Power Fireworks
12) Thomas Keble Fireworks Extravaganza – Near Stroud
PTA-organised favourite with a welcoming family atmosphere, sparkling fireworks, BBQ and refreshments. A much-loved Stroud-area tradition raising funds for the school.
> Find out more about Thomas Keble Fireworks
13) FSC Firework Night for Charity – Moreton-in-Marsh
Big Cotswolds charity night at the Fire Service College with a professional display, local market stalls, Hawkstone Cider trailer and fairground rides. Parking is limited, walking advised. No personal fireworks or sparklers.
> Plan your visit to FSC Fireworks
14) Stratton School Firework Display – Cirencester
PTA-run Cotswolds celebration with a dazzling display, tasty food and refreshments, and a friendly community atmosphere. A great family night in Cirencester. For safety, sparklers are not permitted on site.
> Event info for Stratton School Fireworks
15) Ashton Keynes Fireworks & Funfair – Cotswolds
Community celebration with funfair rides, live music, street food, crêpes, nachos, cakes and a fully licensed bar. Cash preferred for food stalls. Tickets must be purchased in advance for this busy Cotswold favourite.
> More about Ashton Keynes Fireworks
16) Tetbury Fireworks Night – Tetbury Town FC
Bonfire and fireworks at Tetbury Town FC with BBQ by Jesse Smith’s and refreshments from Tetbury RFC. A popular Cotswold tradition offering family fun and a lively community atmosphere. No on-site parking.
> More about Tetbury Fireworks
17) Fairford Firework Display – Cotswolds
PTA-organised family event featuring a professional Chase Lane Fireworks show, fairground rides, BBQ, bar, music, and festive drinks. A fun, family night out in Fairford’s welcoming community setting.
> See details for Fairford Fireworks
18) Dursley Fireworks – Dursley
Girlguiding Dursley District presents an exciting double fireworks show, plus live music, a beer tent, hot drinks and glow stalls. A great community fundraiser supporting SARA rescue services.
> More about Dursley Fireworks
19) Minchinhampton Fireworks & Laser Light Show – Minchinhampton
PTA-run Cotswold celebration featuring dazzling fireworks, a lively silent disco, BBQ, bar and plenty of sweets. A family-friendly Stroud-area event with a brilliant community spirit. No sparklers or personal fireworks.
> See details for Minchinhampton Fireworks
20) Wotton-under-Edge Firework Display – Cotswolds
Major fundraiser with bonfire, funfair, hot food and drinks. Expect an impressive professional display lighting up the skies above Wotton-under-Edge. Earlybird tickets are available online while stocks last.
Bonfire and fireworks over Wotton-under-Edge
> Plan your trip to Wotton Fireworks
21) Chalford Hill Bonfire Night – Chalford / France Lynch
Classic Cotswold celebration hosted by Chalford Hill Primary PTA, featuring a giant bonfire, professional fireworks, BBQ and family entertainment. A popular community evening in France Lynch Pleasure Ground.
> More about Chalford Hill Fireworks
22) Croft School Painswick Firework Display – Painswick
Friends of The Croft School present a lively village night with a fab fireworks display, hot food and drinks, bar, sweet treats and a UV disco. A welcoming Cotswolds event for families and friends.
Family fireworks and UV disco at Croft School
> More about Painswick Fireworks
23) Firework Display at The Tavern Inn – Kemble
Big community night in Kemble with a crowd-pleasing display, live music from Pavo and plenty of tasty food and refreshments. A fun Cotswolds evening for families and friends.
> Event details for The Tavern Inn Fireworks
24) Miserden Firework Display – Miserden (near Cirencester)
Bonfire-night favourite supporting Miserden School, with warming food stalls, a bar and hot chocolate around the bonfire, a brilliant fireworks display and a family-friendly glow disco. Free parking is available in a nearby field with signed access.
Bonfire, glow disco and fireworks at Miserden
> More about Miserden Fireworks
Please Note: Explore Gloucestershire only supports organised firework displays. Pets and wildlife can be severely affected by unregulated fireworks, and attending official events helps ensure everyone enjoys the celebrations safely.
Important: Always check the organiser’s official website or social media channels for the latest updates before setting out, as times and details may change at short notice.
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