Celebrate Bonfire Night with Real Fireworks in Erdington
Bonfire Night Fireworks in Birmingham.
Real Fireworks in Erdington, Birmingham is fully stocked and ready for Bonfire Night 2026. Whether you're planning a back-garden display for the whole family or putting together a spectacular fireworks display for a group of friends, our licensed specialist shop has everything you need - and the expert advice to make sure your 5 November goes off without a hitch.
496 Tyburn Road, Erdington, Birmingham, B24 8DY
Popular Firework Types for Bonfire Night 2026
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Single Ignition Display Cakes
Cakes (also called barrages) are multi-shot devices that you light once to produce a complete sequence of aerial effects - colour bursts, crackles, strobes, brocades and more. Common shot counts range from 25 up to 200 or more, with durations from around 30 seconds to well over a minute.
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Rockets and Rocket Packs
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Fountains, Wheels and Ground Effects
Nothing says Guy Fawkes quite like a rocket screaming into the night sky before exploding in a single, dramatic burst. Rockets deliver height and spectacle that everyone associates with Bonfire Night.
Fountains throw showers of sparks and colour without high-altitude bangs, making them ideal when children are standing close by. Fountains and wheels are suitable for domestic gardens as they produce lower-velocity sparks, and they add old-school Bonfire Night charm - Catherine wheels spinning on a fence post are a sight that never gets old.
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Low-Noise and Pet-Friendly Choices
Real Fireworks stocks specially selected low-noise barrages, fountains and mines that deliver whoosh and crackle rather than sharp bangs. Low-noise fireworks are recommended for areas with children and pets - they're not completely silent, but at around 70–90 dB they're a world away from the 120 dB peak of a standard aerial salute. A 10 dB drop roughly halves perceived loudness, so the difference is dramatic.
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Sparklers and Family Favourites
Sparklers are a traditional Bonfire Night must-have, but they deserve respect. Sparklers can reach temperatures up to 2,000°C, so they should always be used with caution - gloves for children, a bucket of water or sand for disposal, and adult supervision at all times. They're only suitable for older kids and adults.
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Party packs
Ready-made selections for every budget. Ask us and we'll help you build your display.
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Age Limits and Buying Rules
Good to know for Bonfire Night
You must be 18+ to buy F2 and F3 fireworks in the UK. Real Fireworks will ask for photo ID (passport, driving licence, or PASS card) in-store.
Choosing Fireworks for Your Garden Size
Before you start planning your display, here are the practical details - legal times, age limits, and tips on buying and preparation - that every Bonfire Night host needs.
UK Legal Times for Bonfire Night Fireworks
Under UK law, you must not set off fireworks between 11pm and 7am on most nights of the year. However, the legal curfew for setting off fireworks on Bonfire Night is midnight, giving you an extra hour on 5 November.
That said, planning your main display between around 7pm and 10.30pm keeps neighbours happy and avoids a late-night rush. If you're attending one of London's big bonfire night events instead - Battersea Park Family Night features fireworks on November 2 at 7pm, Wimbledon Park fireworks have a child-friendly display at 6:45pm on November 8, and Morden Park features dual displays at 6:45pm and 8:30pm on November 5 - arrive early, as venues like Battersea Park has strict last entry times of 6:30pm and attracts 50,000 attendees each night.
F1 items (very low hazard): suitable for indoor use or tiny gardens, roughly 1 m safe distance. Category F1 comprises minimal hazard items for indoor or small garden use.
F2 items (low hazard): garden fireworks with an 8-metre safety distance - ideal for most small to medium gardens in Birmingham.
F3 items (medium hazard): need 25 metres of clearance in all directions, so only suitable for larger gardens or open green spaces.
Noise Considerations
Talk to your neighbours in advance, especially in terraced streets. Let anyone with pets, small children or shift workers know your planned times. Choose some low-noise fireworks if you know there are nervous animals or residents who would appreciate a gentler evening. It makes a huge difference to community goodwill.
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How to Stay Safe with Bonfire Night Fireworks
Real Fireworks puts safety first. A spectacular display is only fun if everyone goes home unharmed. The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents recommends attending public firework displays for safety, but if you're hosting your own, follow these guidelines carefully.
Setting Up Your Bonfire Night Display Safely
Read all instructions in daylight on 5 November and plan the firing order before it gets dark. Lay out your fireworks in sequence so you're not fumbling with boxes once the show starts.
Create a clear safety zone with minimum distances from your audience, house, sheds, fences, trees, overhead power lines and parked cars.
Firework safety tips include keeping a bucket of water nearby when lighting fireworks - have a metal bucket of sand, a bucket of water, a garden hose if possible, and a first aid kit all ready before you light the first fuse.
Stake or tape cakes to a board or solid base so they don't topple during firing. Use a proper launch tube or secure stake for rockets - never push a rocket stick into soft ground and hope for the best.
Safe Lighting Practices on Bonfire Night
Only a sober, responsible adult should light fireworks. Save the mulled wine and alcohol until after the display is finished.
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Use a safety lighter or portfire, lighting fireworks at arm's length
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Never lean over a firework while lighting it
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Never return to a firework that has failed to ignite as it may still detonate later - wait at least 15–20 minutes, then douse thoroughly with water
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Protect children's eyes and ears - ear defenders are a sensible precaution, and keep kids at a proper distance with no loose scarves or clothing near flames
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Storage of fireworks should be in a closed metal box, brought to the firing area only as needed
Bonfires, Rubbish and the Morning After
If you're building a huge bonfire as part of your Guy Fawkes celebrations, check it for hedgehogs or other wildlife before lighting, and never use petrol or paraffin as an accelerant. Keep the bonfire well away from fences, structures and overhanging branches.
After the display, soak all used fireworks in water overnight, then bag and bin them with household rubbish once fully soaked. Do a thorough sweep of the garden the next morning, checking for unexploded fireworks or hot embers - especially important where children or pets will be playing.
After the Show: Disposal and Clear‑Up
Wait at least 30–60 minutes before approaching spent fireworks after the final ignition.
Soak used fireworks and any dud items in a bucket of water overnight before placing them in general waste.
Check neighbouring gardens or roofs visually from your own property for stray rocket sticks or debris, if it is safe to do so.
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Bonfire Night
Bonfire Night only comes once a year, and the difference between a forgettable fizzle and a spectacular fireworks display comes down to what you buy and where you buy it. At Real Fireworks, every customer walks out with a show designed for their garden, their budget and their audience - not just the biggest box on the shelf.