Bonfire Night events are taking place across Merseyside today, November 5, with free and ticketed fireworks displays, funfairs and live music planned at venues across the region.
The annual tradition marks the failure of Guy Fawkes' gunpowder plot on the same date in 1605. Fawkes plotted to kill King James I inside the Parliament building using gunpowder, but the plot was discovered and failed, leading to the date being celebrated through bonfires and fireworks.
Events across Merseyside
Southport FC will host a fireworks night, with gates opening at 6pm and a display by Bright Sparks beginning at 8pm. The event is hosted by In Demand Radio presenter Claire Simmo, and tickets are available through the club's website.
The Horse and Jockey pub on Waddicar Lane in Melling is set to host a free event featuring a funfair and fireworks display. The Elephant Pub on Woolton Street in Woolton will host live music, hot food and a firework display.
Liverpool city centre event
The African Caribbean Centre at 1 Amberley Street in Liverpool will bring the community together for an evening of fireworks, music, food and drink, ice cream and community spirit. Festivities run from 6pm until 8.30pm, and the event is free to attend.
The Liverpool Echo is sharing the latest pictures, videos and updates from events across the region in a dedicated live blog, with updates as events get underway.
