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Where to watch fireworks in the West Midlands and Staffordshire

Remember, remember... It's that time of year again to warm yourself up beside a bonfire while watching multi-coloured fireworks light up the sky.

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There's loads of events to visit in the area, and we'd love to see your pictures in our Star Witness gallery.

Here's where to watch displays in the West Midlands and Staffordshire:

Jubilee Park, Tipton - November 6

This event will feature a bonfire and fireworks, plus live music, a funfair, giant inflatables, food and drink. No parking on site – use public transport or park locally.

Times:

Gates open at 5.30pm, the main bonfire will be lit at 6.30pm and the firework displays start at 7.45pm.

Admission:

Free

For more information click here

Victoria Park, Smethwick – tonight

This event will feature a bonfire and fireworks, plus live music, a funfair, giant inflatables, food and drink. No parking on site – use public transport or park locally.

Times:

Gates open at 5.30pm, the main bonfire will be lit at 6.30pm and the firework displays start at 7.45pm.

Admission:

Free

For more information click here

Dartmouth Park, West Bromwich – tonight

A fireworks display will be one of the event highlights

This free event will not only have a fireworks display and bonfire, but also live music, a funfair, giant inflatables and food and drink. No parking on site - visitors are urged to park in the town centre.

Times:

Gates open at 5.30pm, the main bonfire will be lit at 6.30pm and the firework displays start at 7.45pm.

Admission:

Free

For more information click here

Botanical Gardens, Edgbaston, Birmingham - tonight

This display will have no bangers or loud noises, so is ideal for the little ones. There will also be food stalls.

Times:

From 4 till 5pm

Admission:

Standard admission charges apply - £7 for adults, children under five go free

For more information click here

Alton Towers, Staffordshire - November 6, 7 and 8

Promising to 'dazzle and delight', Alton Towers offers a spectacular fireworks display alongside their usual impressive array of rides and attractions. Often regarded as one of the best fireworks display in the region, this is well worth a visit.

Time:

10am – 9pm

Admission: (if bought online)

Adult - £37.50

Children ( Children (4-11) - £34.20

Senior (60+) - £18.90

For more information click here

Weston Park, Weston-under-Lizard, Staffordshire - November 8

Fireworks begin at 6pm

A fun-filled day, starting with the Free Radio Roadshow entertaining the family, a giant bonfire, a fun fair, food stalls and a bar in the 1000 acre plot.

Times:

Gates open at 3pm, bonfire at 5.30pm, fireworks at 6pm and 7.30pm

Admission:

£15 per car (up to six people – when booked in advance)

£18 per car (up to six people – on the gate)

For more information click here

Himley Hall, Dudley - November 7

Himley Hall will host its annual bonfire and fireworks display in what is the largest local authority fireworks display in the country. As well as lighting up the Dudley sky in the idyllic location surrounding by a lake and woodland, the firework display will be backed by this year's chosen theme – superheroes. There'll be seasonal refreshments, superhero theme tunes and a huge funfair.

Times:

Gates open at 4.30pm, bonfire at 7.45pm, fireworks at 8.30pm

Admission:

Adults - £9

5-15 year olds - £4.50

Under 5's – free

Family tickets (2 adults and 2 children) are available for £23

For more information click here

West Midlands Safari Park, Kidderminster – November 7 and 8

Spectacular fireworks, a bonfire, late-night rides, themed music, a disco and sea lion shows – the West Midland Safari Park have definitely got an impressive line up of entertainment this year. The refreshments aren't bad either with a hog roast and bar – they encourage you to get there early to make the most of your day.

Times:

Gates open at 2pm (Saturday) and 1pm (Sunday), bonfire 6.30pm (Saturday) and 5.30pm (Sunday), fireworks 7.15pm (Saturday) and 6.15pm (Sunday)

Admission:

Everyone - £12.99

Tickets are cheaper if you book online in advance - click here to book

Wolverhampton Racecourse – tonight

Fireworks begin at 8.30pm

A first for the famous racecourse, in partnership with Wolverhampton City Council, they will host all the attractions that have been enjoyed at Weston Park in recent years.

Times:

Gates open at 5pm, bonfire at 7pm, fireworks at 8.30pm

Admission:

Adults - £5

Children - £3

Tickets cheaper online - book here

Worfield Village Hall, Bridgnorth – November 7

A bonfire and fireworks event is being held at Worfield Village Hall with a BBQ, bar and music.

Times:

Gates open at 5.30pm, bonfire at 6.30pm

Admission:

Tickets - £4

Under 12's – free of charge

Tamworth Assembly Rooms, Staffordshire – November 7

Now in its 8th year, this year's display is expected to be more breathtaking than ever. The only event on the list that is free for all to attend, there will be a grand fireworks display, food stalls, fairs and plenty of family activities. The night finishes with a 20 minute pyrotechnic display set to music.

Time:

Gates open at 6pm

Admission:

Free

For more information click here

Shugborough Hall, Staffordshire – November 7

Hosted by Stafford FM, The Stafford Round Table Charity Bonfire and Firework Extravaganza will have a variety of rides, stalls and food outlets for all the family. There will also be a separate fun fair (separate charge), making use of the vast space at one of Staffordshire's most famous stately homes.

Times:

Gates open at 4.30pm, bonfire at 7pm, fireworks at 8pm.

Admission:

Adult - £7

Aged 5-16 - £3

Under 5 - £2

Family tickets and reduced prices are available from their website - click here to book

Edgbaston Stadium, Birmingham – tonight

Fireworks begin at 8pm

Hosting one of the biggest fireworks displays in Birmingham, this year's event is sponsored by Capital FM. On the same ground where England beat Australia in the Ashes this July, this family friendly event will family friendly entertainment including a funfair and face painters.

Times:

Gates open at 5pm, fireworks at 8pm

Admission:

Adult - £10

Child - £5

Family - £25

There's cheaper tickets for OAPs and students, as well as reduced fees if you book in advance online - click here to book

Avoncroft Museum, Bromsgrove – tonight

A no fireworks event! Avoncroft's traditional event is ideal for younger visitors, who those simply who don't like the loudness of fireworks. Live music, hot food and free hot chocolate will be available for you to enjoy a more social evening at Avoncroft.

Time:

Bonfire at 7pm

Admission:

All - £4 (£2 for members)

Call 01527 831363 to book

Tudor Grange Park, Solihull – November 7

The family focused event is run by The Solihull Round Table charity – the event is free, but you are encouraged to donate to charity on the night.

Times:

Gates open at 5.30pm

Admission:

Free

The Vale Park, Edgbaston – tonight

Fireworks, entertainment, rides, hot dogs, burgers, soup, toffee apples and drinks – all the family are welcome to this impressive display around the Vale of Glamorgan hosted by the University of Birmingham Students' Union.

Times:

Gates open at 6.30pm, fireworks at 7pm

Admission:

Adults - £9

Children (under 12) - £5

Family tickets are available. Tickets can be bought from on 01443 665800.

For more information click here

Penkridge Market, Staffordshire – November 7

Gates for the event open at 6pm

Penkridge Scout Group will host their very popular annual bonfire night with plenty of food, stalls, entertainment and more – a mega BBQ will be involved!

Times:

Gates open at 6pm

Admission:

Under 16's - £2

Adult - £4

Family (2 children, 2 adults) - £10

Longford Park, Cannock – November 8

Cannock's annual traditional bonfire and fireworks event returns this Sunday at Longford Park. Expect a bonfire, fireworks display, small fare and vendors.

Time:

Gates open at 5pm

Beaudesert Park Campsite, Cannock Wood, Staffordshire – tonight

A bonfire, BBQ and 2 fireworks displays will take place and you will also get a free hot dog and a hot/cold drink (vegetarian food available).

Times:

Gates open at 6pm, fireworks display at 6.30pm & 7.30pm

Admission:

£4.50 per ticket.

Call 01543 682278 for tickets

Wolverhampton Rugby Club, West Mids – tonight

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Music, side stalls, children's rides, a giant slide and a bouncy castle will make up the entertainment at the Rugby Club as well as bonfire night musts - hot dogs, burgers, and chips will be available as well as hot drinks. Additionally Wolverhampton's Boroughs Brewery will be running a real ale bar at the event as well and there will be a general licensed bar.

Times:

Gates open at 6.30pm, bonfire lit at 7.15pm and fireworks at 8pm.

Admission:

Adults - £4

Children - £3

The Round Oak Inn, Wombourne – November 6

Full of festival esque entertainment, there will be a giant bonfire, a live DJ, musical fireworks, a kids' funfair, BBQ, cider and ale tent, hog roast, winter market, charity stalls, tombola, face painting and a hot drinks and soup kitchen. The night is in aid of three local charities: Wolverhampton & Dudley Cruse Bereavement Care, Compton Hospice and Wombourne's Rainbow Dog Rescue.

Times:

Gates open at 6pm

Admission:

Adults - £2

Children – free

Lichfield Golf and Country Club, Staffordshire – November 7

As well as a bonfire and impressive fireworks display, the club host's a plenty of entertainment for youngsters including a children's disco, a bouncy castle, face painting as well as hot foods and refreshments.

Times:

Gates open at 6pm, bonfire lit 6.30pm, 7.15 fireworks display

Admission:

Adult - £7

Children (under 16's) - £5

Under 2's – free

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