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Braintree Rugby Club Grand Fireworks Display 5th November, Beckers Green Road, Braintree (2026)

05/11/2025

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our display tonight. A special thanks to all the volunteers who helped to make the event so special - we just couldn’t do it without you. Also thanks to Fury Fireworks for the fabulous display, Meridian Roadshow for the music, PA Plus (Adam Roberts) for the light show, Patient Focused Ambulance Service Ltd for first aid cover, and Crown Hire for the toilets. And finally to the fairground for keeping everyone entertained.
Tomorrow the clean up starts. If anyone is at a loose end and can spare a couple of hours to help clear up, we will happily provide a bacon roll, a hot drink, and a mountain of gratitude.
See you next year?

04/11/2025

PLEASE NOTE, THERE IS A NEW SITE PLAN BELOW!

Not long now until our fireworks display, and our helpers are busy setting up the area. To help you on the night, here is a map of our grounds. The area will be fenced off for the event, with three entry gates operating to get you in as quickly as possible. Cash and card will be taken in all areas, including the fairground.

Access details to car parks in FAQ's below. Please try to arrive early if you are coming by car (the bar will be open and our prices are NOT event prices, they are comparable with local pubs). Our gates open at 5.30.

PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT THE ROADS ARE KEPT CLEAR FOR EMERGENCY SERVICES, AND PLEASE RESPECT OUR NEIGHBOURS BY NOT BLOCKING THEIR DRIVEWAYS.

There will be a separate till operating at the bar for soft drinks only, and another at the BBQ for hot drinks only.
If you require disabled parking and a wheelchair viewing space please arrive early and if possible contact us in advance (you must bring a blue badge). Contact via messenger please.
Please support the club by buying your glow toys from us. They will be cheaper than those sold on the street, and every penny goes to our junior section.
The fairground is inside the display area, so you need buy entry tickets to the display to access the fairground. They are independant to us, and we do not know the price of rides (last year they were £3 and £4).
There are 4 Portaloos in front of the clubhouse (3 ladies, 1 gents). There are 2 further ladies toilets and gents toilets/urinals in the clubhouse, entry next to the outside bar.
If you are bringing small children who are likely to run off, you can collect a wrist band from our sweets and glow toys stall to write your telephone number on. Just attach it to your childs wrist and if the become lost we can quickly reunite you.
The clubhouse is members only, and entry will be restricted.
PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT THE RUGBY CLUB REGARDING THIS EVENT. ALL CONTACT SHOULD BE VIA OUR FACEBOOK MESSENGER PAGE.
FAQ's below.

Q: When is the display?
A: Wednesday 5th November, on Guy Fawkes Night.

Q: What time do you open?
A: 5.30 for the funfair, food and bar, but you can arrive any time after that. The funfair, food and bar all stay open after the display

Q: What time does the display start?
A: The bonfire will be lit at around 7:45pm, with the display starting at around 8:00pm.

Q: How much are the tickets?
A: £7 for adults and children 13 and over, £5 for children 12 and under. Babes in arms are free. We do not sell family tickets.

Q: Can I buy my tickets in advance?
A: No, it is entry on the gate only. If for any reason the display does not go ahead, you won't have lost any money!

Q: Can I pay buy card
A: Yes, you can! All areas will accept a card, but the correct cash on the gate will get you in quicker

Q: Are the rides included in the price of the ticket?
A: No. The fairground is run independantly, not by the rugby club. If you have any complaints regarding the fair, please address them tomorrow someone on one of the rides, not to Braintree RUFC stewards.

Q: Will I be able to buy a drink from the upstairs bar?
A: Sadly, no, unless you are a member of the rugby club. But there will be an outside bar operating until late.

Q: Do I have to pay for parking?
A: No, just for your tickets. We have two car parks. One entered along Beckers Green Road, the other via the Marks Farm Tesco entrance to the estate, through Dunstable Drive and Claypits. We get very busy, so please make sure you allow plenty of time to park. Please also allow plenty of time to leave, and remember to be courteous to our volunteers running the car park.

Q: Will there be disabled parking?
A: Yes, we have space for blue badge holders, but you must show your badge to a steward on arrival. To guarantee a disabled space please arrive early.

Q: Is there an area where wheelchair users can watch the display?
A: Yes, we have a dedicated area inside our pitch barriers for wheechair uses. Again, please arrive early.

Q: Can we bring our own food and drink?
A: Sorry, no. Only food and drink purchased on site can be consumed at our event.

Q: Will you be selling glow toys?
A: Yes - the junior section of the club will be selling glow toys and sweets at very competitive prices inside the event, with all profits going back into junior rugby. Please do not buy from private vendors outside the event. Your support in this is greatly appreciated.

Q: What if my child wanders off while we are at the display?
A: Whilst at the glow toys stall, ask one of our lovely helpers for a free wrist band, write your telephone number on it, and put it on your childs wrist. Should you become separated, your child can show their wrist band to a steward or a volunteer on one of the stalls, and they will ring you.

Q: What happens if I need First Aid whilst at the display?
A: We have trained medics on site who will look after you should you need them. Just look for the ambulance near the club house or speak to a steward.

Q: Can we bring our own sparklers and fireworks.
A: Sorry, no. In order to keep you and our other guests safe, no sparklers or fireworks can be brought onto our premises.

Q: When is last entry?
A: We do not have a last entry time, but please be aware that if you are arriving by car and come late, you may not park in time to see the display.

The weather is looking good, and we are looking forward to welcoming. Please remember, no sparklers. Stay safe.

04/11/2025

Not long now until our fireworks display, and our helpers are busy setting up the area. To help you on the night, here is a map of our grounds. The area will be fenced off for the event, with three entry gates operating to get you in as quickly as possible. Cash and card will be taken in all areas, including the fairground.
Access details to car parks in FAQ's below. Please try to arrive early if you are coming by car (the bar will be open and our prices are NOT event prices, they are comparable with local pubs). Our gates open at 5.30.
There will be a separate till operating at the bar for soft drinks only, and another at the BBQ for hot drinks only.
If you require disabled parking and a wheelchair viewing space please arrive early and if possible contact us in advance (you must bring a blue badge). Contact via messenger please.
Please support the club by buying your glow toys from us. They will be cheaper than those sold on the street, and every penny goes to our junior section.
The fairground is inside the display area, so you need buy entry tickets to the display to access the fairground. They are independant to us, and we do not know the price of rides (last year they were £3 and £4).
There are 4 Portaloos in front of the clubhouse (3 ladies, 1 gents). There are 2 further ladies toilets and gents toilets/urinals in the clubhouse, entry next to the outside bar.
The clubhouse is members only, and entry will be restricted.

PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT THE RUGBY CLUB REGARDING THIS EVENT. ALL CONTACT SHOULD BE VIA OUR FACEBOOK MESSENGER PAGE.
FAQ's below.

Q: When is the display?
A: Wednesday 5th November, on Guy Fawkes Night.

Q: What time do you open?
A: 5.30 for the funfair, food and bar, but you can arrive any time after that. The funfair, food and bar all stay open after the display

Q: How much are the tickets?
A: £7 for adults and children 13 and over, £5 for children 12 and under. Babes in arms are free. We do not sell family tickets.

Q: Can I buy my tickets in advance?
A: No, it is entry on the gate only. If for any reason the display does not go ahead, you won't have lost any money!

Q: Can I pay buy card
A: Yes, you can! All areas will accept a card, but the correct cash on the gate will get you in quicker

Q: Are the rides included in the price of the ticket?
A: No. The fairground is run independantly, not by the rugby club. If you have any complaints regarding the fair, please address them tomorrow someone on one of the rides, not to Braintree RUFC stewards.

Q: Will I be able to buy a drink from the upstairs bar?
A: Sadly, no, unless you are a member of the rugby club. But there will be an outside bar operating until late.

Q: Do I have to pay for parking?
A: No, just for your tickets. We have two car parks. One entered along Beckers Green Road, the other via the Marks Farm Tesco entrance to the estate, through Dunstable Drive and Claypits. We get very busy, so please make sure you allow plenty of time to park. Please also allow plenty of time to leave, and remember to be courteous to our volunteers running the car park.

Q: Will there be disabled parking?
A: Yes, we have space for blue badge holders, but you must show your badge to a steward on arrival. To guarantee a disabled space please arrive early.

Q: Is there an area where wheelchair users can watch the display?
A: Yes, we have a dedicated area inside our pitch barriers for wheechair uses. Again, please arrive early.

Q: Can we bring our own food and drink?
A: Sorry, no. Only food and drink purchased on site can be consumed at our event.

Q: Will you be selling glow toys?
A: Yes - the junior section of the club will be selling glow toys and sweets at very competitive prices inside the event, with all profits going back into junior rugby. Please do not buy from private vendors outside the event. Your support in this is greatly appreciated.

Q: What if my child wanders off while we are at the display?
A: Whilst at the glow toys stall, ask one of our lovely helpers for a free wrist band, write your telephone number on it, and put it on your childs wrist. Should you become separated, your child can show their wrist band to a steward or a volunteer on one of the stalls, and they will ring you.

Q: What happens if I need First Aid whilst at the display?
A: We have trained medics on site who will look after you should you need them. Just look for the ambulance near the club house or speak to a steward.

Q: Can we bring our own sparklers and fireworks.
A: Sorry, no. In order to keep you and our other guests safe, no sparklers or fireworks can be brought onto our premises.

Q: When is last entry?
A: We do not have a last entry time, but please be aware that if you are arriving by car and come late, you may not park in time to see the display.

We are looking forward to welcoming you tomorrow. Stay safe.

02/11/2025

We have our winners! Congratulations to all our lucky winners, and thank you to everyone who took part in the competition.

For those interested, the answers were as follows:
1. Guy Fawkes was the most famous conspirator out of the gunpowder plotters, but who was the leader of the group?�
ROBERT CATESBY
2. Fireworks were originally invented in which country?�
CHINA
3. The Guy Fawkes Mask is associated with which 1982 British graphic novel written by Alan Moore?�
V FOR VENDETTA
4. Which firework is named after a Christian saint who was martyred in the early 4th century?�
CATHERINE WHEEL
5. Which Game of Throwns actor's middle name is the same as the plot leader's last name?
CHRISTOPHER CATESBY HARINGTON

Thank you once again for your entries....please keep sharing our event. We look forward to welcoming you on Wednesday.

ALL WINNERS HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED

02/11/2025

COMPETITION IS NOW OVER

Good luck to everyone that has entered. Winners will be notified later today.

01/11/2025

You only have today left to get your entry in for our competition. It closes at midnight, and the winners will be informed tomorrow evening. You have to be in it to win it! And please, please share our page. We have thousands of people who have visited our display over the years, and would love to reach 1,000 followers.

Only 4 sleeps left until our fabulous display, and we can't wait to welcome you. Please remember, all of our people, with the exception of our professional display team and First Aid cover, are volunteers who give up one, two or three days to put the display together for our community, with just a tiny handful of people doing the organising, making sure we can put on a safe event for our local families. If you have any issues on the night, please speak to someone on the clubhouse door.

See you Wednesday!

15/10/2025

*********COMPETITION TIME*********

This year we are offering the following 3 prizes:
First prize: Family ticket for 2 adults and 2 children, including a voucher for 4 bbq items and 4 soft/hot drinks
Second prize: Entry ticket for 2 people, including a voucher for 2 bbq items and 2 soft/hot drinks
Third prize: Entry ticket for 1 person, including a voucher for 1 bbq item and 1 soft/hot drink

HERE ARE YOUR QUESTIONS….

1. Guy Fawkes was the most famous conspirator out of the gunpowder plotters, but who was the leader of the group?�
2. Fireworks were originally invented in which country?�
3. The Guy Fawkes Mask is associated with which 1982 British graphic novel written by Alan Moore?�
4. Which firework is named after a Christian saint who was martyred in the early 4th century?�
5. Which Game of Throwns actor's middle name is the same as the plot leader's last name?
�Here’s how to enter:
1. Answers must be sent via the ‘messenger’ button along with your full name and a contact telephone number. Please do not post answers on this page.
2. Once you have sent your answers, post ‘Competition done!’ under this post, then like and share our page
3. Winners will be announced on Sunday 2nd November and entry tickets delivered.
COMPETITION CLOSES AT MIDNIGHT ON 1ST NOVEMBER!

That’s it! Get Googling!

COMPETITION TERMS & CONDITIONS
By participating in the competition you are agreeing to these competition terms and conditions. The competition is being run by Braintree Rugby Club
ELIGIBILITY TO ENTER
The competition is open to entrants over 18 years of age. Braintree Rugby Club members, families, employees and associates are excluded from the draw.
By entering the competition, you confirm that you are eligible to do so and that you are eligible to receive any prizes that may be awarded to you.
There is a limit of one entry per person and the competition is completely free to enter.

THE PRIZES
First prize: One family entry ticket for 2 adults and 2 children, including a voucher for 4 bbq items and 4 soft/hot drinks
Second prize: Two entry tickets, including a voucher for 2 bbq items and 2 soft/hot drinks
Third prize: One entry ticket, including a voucher for 1 bbq item and 1 soft/hot drink
The prizes are non-transferable and non-exchangeable, and no cash alternatives will be provided.
Food and drink vouchers can only be redeemed at the BBQ and not at the bars.
Braintree Rugby Club's decision on any aspect of the competition is final and binding, and no correspondence will be entered into about it.
WINNER ANNOUNCEMENT
The winner will be chosen at random and notified via Facebook Messenger or telephone on Sunday 2nd November.
DATA PROTECTION AND PUBLICITY
You agree that any personal information that you provide when entering the competition will be used by Braintree Rugby Club for the purposes of administering the competition and for the other purposes as specified in our Privacy Policy.
The winners will be announced on this page
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
Braintree Rugby Club accepts no liability for any damage, loss, injury, or disappointment suffered by any entrants as a result of participating in the competition or being selected for a prize.
GENERAL
Braintree Rugby Club reserves the right, at any time and without prior notice, to cancel the competition or amend these terms and conditions.

07/10/2025

Less than one month now until our display, and we couldn't be more exited.
This year, for the safety of your child and your peace of mind, we will be offering you a free wrist band at our glow sticks stall. Just write you telephone number on the band and attach the band to your childs wrist. If you get separated, all your child needs to do is to show our stewards or volunteers their wrist band, and we will make sure you are reunited.
As per previous years, we will be launching our competiton for free tickets shortly, so watch this space! Don't forget to like and share our page.

25/09/2025

Hi all you lovely followers! That year has flown by, our planning is completed, and we are just ticking off the boxes to ensure your safety and enjoyment.
With just under 6 weeks to go until our event, we are starting our countdown. We will be doing our usual competition for free tickets closer to the date, so keep coming back here for updates. PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT THE RUGBY CLUB REGARDING THIS EVENT AS IT IS RUN BY A SEPARATE COMMITTEE. And don’t forget to like and share our page.
So here is everything you need to know.

PLEASE CHECK OUT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS BELOW BEFORE CONTACTING US. THANKS.

Frequently asked questions:
Q: When is the display?
A: Wednesday 5th November, on Guy Fawkes Night.
Q: What time do you open?
A: 5.30 for the funfair, food and bar, but you can arrive any time after that. The funfair, food and bar all stay open after the display
Q: How much are the tickets?
A: £7 for adults and children 13 and over, £5 for children 12 and under. Babes in arms are free.
Q: Can I buy my tickets in advance?
A: No, it is entry on the gate only. If for any reason the display does not go ahead, you won't have lost any money!
Q: Can I pay buy card
A: Yes, you can! All areas will accept a card, but the correct cash on the gate will get you in quicker
Q: Are the rides included in the price of the ticket?
A: No. The fairground is run independantly, not by the rugby club. If you have any complaints regarding the fair, please address them tomorrow someone on one of the rides, not to Braintree RUFC stewards.
Q: Will I be able to buy a drink from the upstairs bar?
A: Sadly, no, unless you are a member of the rugby club. But there will be an outside bar operating until late.
Q: Do I have to pay for parking?
A: No, just for your tickets. We have two car parks. One entered along Beckers Green Road, the other via the Marks Farm Tesco entrance to the estate, through Dunstable Drive and Claypits. We get very busy, so please make sure you allow plenty of time to park. Please also allow plenty of time to leave, and remember to be courteous to our volunteers running the car park.
Q: Will there be disabled parking?
A: Yes, we have space for blue badge holders, but you must show your badge to a steward on arrival. To guarantee a disabled space please arrive early.
Q: Is there an area where wheelchair users can watch the display?
A: Yes, we have a dedicated area inside our pitch barriers for wheechair uses. Again, please arrive early.
Q: Can we bring our own food and drink?
A: Sorry, no. Only food and drink purchased on site can be consumed at our event.
Q: Will you be selling glow toys?
A: Yes - the junior section of the club will be selling glow toys and sweets at very competitive prices inside the event, with all profits going back into junior rugby. Please do not buy from private vendors outside the event. Your support in this is greatly appreciated.
Q: What if my child wanders off while we are at the display?
A: Whilst at the glow toys stall, ask one of our lovely helpers for a free wrist band, write your telephone number on it, and put it on your childs wrist. Should you become separated, your child can show their wrist band to a steward or a volunteer on one of the stalls, and they will ring you.
Q: What happens if I need First Aid whilst at the display?
A: We have trained medics on site who will look after you should you need them. Just look for the ambulance near the club house or speak to a steward.
Q: Can we bring our own sparklers and fireworks.
A: Sorry, no. In order to keep you and our other guests safe, no sparklers or fireworks can be brought onto our premises.
Q: When is last entry?
A: We do not have a last entry time, but please be aware that if you are arriving by car and come late, you may not park in time to see the display.

So that’s it! The countdown begins!

05/11/2024

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us tonight. We hope you enjoyed the display.
A massive thank you to all our volunteers, without whom this event could not go ahead. You are all heroes!
If anyone is at a loose end tomorrow and fancies joining us for the clean up, you will be very welcome.

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