Bonfire Night in Bath 2026: Fireworks Displays, Dates & Local Guide
Bath offers some of the most picturesque Guy Fawkes celebrations in the West Country, with displays set against the backdrop of the UNESCO World Heritage city, Bath Abbey, and the River Avon.
⏳ Status Awaiting 2026 Confirmation: Both central Bath displays (The Rec and Walcot RFC) are awaiting official confirmation and ticket release for the 2026 season. Schedules below reflect indicative annual programming.
1. Bath Rotary Charity Fireworks at The Rec
| Event Feature | Verified Details for 2026 |
|---|---|
| Status / Date | AWAITING 2026 CONFIRMATION (Indicative: Saturday 7 November 2026) |
| Official Venue | Bath Recreation Ground (The Rec) |
| Full Address | Pulteney Avenue, Bath (BA2 4DS) |
| Timings & Schedule | Gates Open 16:30 / Display Starts 18:30 |
| Admission & Tickets | Awaiting 2026 ticket launch via Rotary Club of Bath (~£10 Adult / £5 Child) |
| Official Portal | Rotary Club of Bath |
About Bath Rotary Charity Fireworks at The Rec
Bath's premier central fireworks display with views from the grandstands across the historic city skyline. All proceeds support local Bath community charities.
2. Walcot RFC Bonfire & Fireworks
| Event Feature | Verified Details for 2026 |
|---|---|
| Status / Date | AWAITING 2026 CONFIRMATION (Indicative: Friday 6 November 2026) |
| Official Venue | Albert Field (Walcot RFC) |
| Full Address | Lansdown, Bath (BA1 9BN) |
| Timings & Schedule | Gates Open 18:00 / Bonfire 19:00 / Fireworks 19:45 |
| Admission & Tickets | Clubhouse tickets (~£6 Adult / £3 Child) |
About Walcot RFC Bonfire & Fireworks
Traditional Lansdown rugby club bonfire evening with hot burgers, clubhouse hospitality, and panoramic views over Bath.
Interactive Map of Bath Fireworks Displays
Confirmed Nearby Bonfire Night Events
- Explore Avon Valley Fireworks Extravaganza (~12 km away) – Multi-night pyromusical festival in Keynsham.
- Explore Downend Round Table Fireworks (~22 km away) – Bristol flagship charity display.
- Explore Frome Rugby Club Fireworks (~21 km away) – Somerset community bonfire.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I walk to The Rec from Bath Spa train station?
Yes, Bath Recreation Ground is only a 7-minute level walk (approx. 600m) from Bath Spa Railway Station and the central bus station.
Are tickets confirmed for 2026 at The Rec?
Tickets have not been released yet for 2026. The Rotary Club of Bath announces ticketing and on-sale dates in autumn.
