Broadwater Bonfire & Fireworks Guide 2026: Top Confirmed Displays Across West Sussex
| Event Feature | Details for 2026 |
|---|---|
| Local Status | No Centralised Municipal Stadium Display in Broadwater (Local community & pub fire pits only) |
| Top Confirmed Hub | Sussex Cricket Fireworks Night at 1st Central County Ground 2026 at The 1st Central County Ground (Sussex CCC) (BN3 3AF) — ~14.5 km away |
| Alternative Regional Hubs | Billingshurst (~20.5 km) & Lewes (~27.6 km) |
| Peak Celebration Dates | Saturday 7 November 2026 (Main Weekend Display) |
| Estimated Travel Time | Approx. 20 mins travel from Broadwater |
| Admission & Tickets | Grandstand seated & pitch viewing tickets (~£12 Adults / £6 Children / Advance booking) |
Overview & Local Fireworks Situation
With November approaching, the community of Broadwater prepares to celebrate one of Britain's most enduring autumn traditions. Although large-scale civic pyrotechnics are not organized on public parks within Broadwater, the premier regional gathering is easily reached just 14.5 km away in Brighton at Sussex Cricket Fireworks Night at 1st Central County Ground 2026.
Guests can enjoy hot jacket potatoes, sizzling barbecues, sweet cinder toffee, and dazzling multi-shot aerial shell performances.
🎆 1. Top Local Choice: Sussex Cricket Fireworks Night at 1st Central County Ground 2026 (Just 14.5 km from Broadwater)
Located just 14.5 km (9.0 miles) from Broadwater, The 1st Central County Ground (Sussex CCC) in Brighton hosts one of the region's standout Guy Fawkes celebrations:
- Event Highlights: Brighton & Hove's premier city fireworks spectacle at the county cricket ground, featuring covered stadium seating, live music, street food village, and thundering aerial displays.
- Schedule & Timings: Gates & Funfair 17:30 / Live Entertainment & Music 18:30 / Grand Stadium Pyromusical 19:45
- Admission Policy: Grandstand seated & pitch viewing tickets (~£12 Adults / £6 Children / Advance booking)
- Official Organiser: Sussex County Cricket Club
👉 Read our full guide to Brighton Fireworks 2026
🎇 2. Alternative Regional Option: Jubilee Fields (~20.5 km)
Another excellent option for Broadwater residents is Jubilee Fields in nearby Billingshurst, featuring traditional community bonfires, family entertainment, and hot seasonal food.
👉 Read our guide to Billingshurst Fireworks 2026
To explore all fireworks displays across the county, browse our comprehensive guide to West Sussex Bonfire Night events or learn about Guy Fawkes traditions.
Interactive Event Location Map
Nearby Confirmed Bonfire Night Events
- Explore Brighton Fireworks (Sussex Cricket Fireworks Night at 1st Central County Ground 2026) (~14.5 km away) – Brighton & Hove's premier city fireworks spectacle at the county cricket ground, feat...
- Explore Billingshurst Fireworks (Jubilee Fields) (~20.5 km away) – Verified annual Guy Fawkes tradition. Aligned to 2026 calendar (Friday 6 November 202...
- Explore Lewes Fireworks (Lewes Bonfire Celebrations 2026) (~27.6 km away) – World capital of Bonfire Night. 6 Bonfire Societies, 3,000 marchers, tar barrel rolli...
- Explore Bordon Fireworks (The Shed Annual Fireworks & Afterparty) (~46.6 km away) – Free community fireworks celebration with food court, children's funfair, and evening...
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there public fireworks displays held in Broadwater for Guy Fawkes Night?
No official public fireworks display is staged by local municipal authorities in Broadwater. Most residents celebrate with local family gatherings and travel to major confirmed spectacles held in nearby Brighton.
What is the closest confirmed major fireworks display to Broadwater?
Sussex Cricket Fireworks Night at 1st Central County Ground 2026 at The 1st Central County Ground (Sussex CCC) (BN3 3AF) in nearby Brighton is the closest confirmed major celebration, located approximately 14.5 km away.
What is the ticket policy for the Brighton fireworks display?
Ticketing details: Grandstand seated & pitch viewing tickets (~£12 Adults / £6 Children / Advance booking). Checking the official organizer updates via Sussex County Cricket Club before traveling is strongly advised as peak shows frequently sell out.
