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All the Bonfire Night events planned in and around Stirling

Lots of local communities are putting on their own firework displays.

From Bannockburn to Bridge of Allan, there are plenty of firework displays across Stirlingshire this year. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
From Bannockburn to Bridge of Allan, there are plenty of firework displays across Stirlingshire this year. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson

With Bonfire Night just around the corner, communities are already preparing to celebrate.

On November 5, families will enjoy the warmth of roaring fires and the spectacle of fireworks.

With many popular events certain to sell out quickly, we’ve rounded up all of the Bonfire Night displays in Stirling and the surrounding area.

Bannockburn

Bannockburn’s Bonfire Night celebration will take place on Saturday November 2 at Bannockburn and Eastern Villages Community Hub.

Doors open 6.30pm and the bonfire will be lit at 7pm, with fireworks starting at  7.30pm.

Attendees can look forward to food stalls, a bar, gifts and treats.

Parking will be limited. There is a suggested donation of £5 to go toward rugby club funds.

Bridge of Allan

Families enjoying Bonfire Night in Crieff. Image: Steve MacDougall/DCT Media

Stirling and Bridge of Allan Round Table have been putting on a Bonfire Night display for more than 40 years and this year is no different.

Bring family and friends to enjoy a firework display, a towering bonfire and food stalls.

The event, held at Strathallan Games Park in Bridge of Allan, will welcome locals from 6pm.

While there is no car parking at the site, vehicles can be left at Stirling University.

Early bird tickets are up for grabs between October 1 and 22.

A family ticket is £15, while adult prices are £6 and those aged five to £16 will cost £3.

The profits are donated to local causes.

Thornhill

Callander and District Young Farmers Club is organising a bonfire and fireworks for Friday November 1 at Norrieston in Thornhill.

Things will get started at 7pm, and donations will be taken on entry.

Briarlands Farm, near Blair Drummond

Briarlands Farm. Image: DC Thomson

Briarlands Farm, near Blair Drummond, is hosting its popular Bonfire Night event once again.

The event, which is usually sold out, takes place on Sunday November 3.

Gates open at 4.30pm, with the bonfire being lit at 5pm.

Locals can roast marshmallows over the fire, wave about glowsticks and enjoy food and drink from the café.

There will be no fireworks due to the close proximity of animals.

Tickets are priced at £4 and went on sale at 10am on October 1.

Aberfoyle

On Saturday November 2, Michelle’s Field will host Aberfoyle’s Bonfire Night festivities.

There will be a spectator area in the car park behind the Forth Inn, with mulled wine and hot food available.

The bonfire will be lit at 6.30pm, with fireworks at 7pm.

Donations to Aberfoyle Village People community group are welcome.

Killearn

Fireworks will light up the sky. Image: Mhairi Edwards/DC Thomson

The annual Family Charity Fireworks and Bonfire Extravaganza will dazzle Killearn once again.

The Glebe, which is the field behind Killearn Village Hall, will welcome dozens on Sunday November 3.

Gates open at 7pm with the event starting at 7.30pm.

Attendees are advised to arrive early to find suitable parking.

Entry is by cash donation. Those under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Consumption of alcohol is not permitted. Fireworks and sparklers should not be brought.

Dollar

Dollar Community Development Trust is organising a display on Saturday November 2 at The Hive on Park Place.

Gates open at 5.30pm and the fireworks will begin from 6.45pm.

Hot food on offer will include a hog roast and pizza.

Adult tickets cost £7, while children can get in for £3. Under-fives go free.


Let us know about any other Bonfire Night events in Stirlingshire by contacting isla.glen@dcthomson.co.uk


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