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Lewes Bonfire - safe for kids?







rospants

off to ronan in the park!
Jul 11, 2005
2,059
brighton
roz said:
As it happens, my base for the evening is directly opposite "Chez Baker" so I shall be the first to spot him! Probably at his upstairs window though.

dont forget your approiately aimed rocket then roz
 


ezmally

New member
Sep 16, 2006
369
Hastings
Best place to stand if you get there about 7 ish is outside the Rainbow pub just up from the court. Always take my kids there and its been fine every year. The pavements quite deep there so there always seems to be enough room. You can use the alley which runs next to the pub to avoid the crush.
 


trueblue

Well-known member
Jul 5, 2003
10,955
Hove
jevs said:
The event is organised for the people who march in the processions....not the crowd and therefore 90% of the people who are in the procession do not give a flying f*** about where they throw their bangers or torches etc.


Funny you should say that because this caught my eye the other day when I was thinking about going there this year.. the words 'pompous' and 'twats' spring to mind. It's from the Lewes Bonfire Council website - their helpful "advice to visitors"

Although it may sound unwelcoming, it is very important to remember that the celebrations are not conducted for the benefit of visitors to the town. You are privileged to be able to come and watch, and soak up the atmosphere; but the Societies conduct their celebrations for their own benefit, and would do so just as enthusiatically if there was not a single visitor present.
 


Lady Bracknell

Handbag at Dawn
Jul 5, 2003
4,514
The Metropolis
Whether or not you like the wording from the Bonfire Council, those are the facts of the matter.

Because Lewes Bonfire Night isn't actually an event put on for spectators. Instead it's an event that spectators attend.
 






trueblue

Well-known member
Jul 5, 2003
10,955
Hove
roz said:
Whether or not you like the wording from the Bonfire Council, those are the facts of the matter.

Because Lewes Bonfire Night isn't actually an event put on for spectators. Instead it's an event that spectators attend.

Personally, I don't think it's my PRIVILEGE to watch an event that takes place on the public highway. In fact, it's my right to do so if I want to.

I can see the point you're making, but that's no excuse for disregarding the health and safety of onlookers, which was clearly the case reported on here...
 


Dandyman

In London village.
trueblue said:
Personally, I don't think it's my PRIVILEGE to watch an event that takes place on the public highway. In fact, it's my right to do so if I want to.

I can see the point you're making, but that's no excuse for disregarding the health and safety of onlookers, which was clearly the case reported on here...

As a Cliffe member I can promise you that any member of our Society that threw rookies at the crowd would be out on his/her ear.

There are lots of rookies let off on the night but they are in the street or in my case usually underneath the Olde Cliffe fire tender.
 
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beorhthelm

A. Virgo, Football Genius
Jul 21, 2003
36,025
well, i dont like lewes and its beer head lets have a fight attitude, but bonfire night dangerous? your having a laugh. the biggest fear is getting seperated in the huge crowds that move like rivers in flood.

having said that id avoid the cliff bonfire and waterloo is the place most likly to attract the tourists who will play up. iirc one bonfire was always more family friendly, commercial??
 


Slowhand

New member
Aug 24, 2005
207
Near Lewes
I have always found plenty of space on the hill between the Shelleys and the Pelham Arms. Not the most exciting of spots but there will be loud bangs and lots to see .

I have NEVER seen anyone throw fireworks into the crowd. More often than not those letting off the bangs will put their boot over the top to avoid fragments hitting people.

Those in the procession may be daft, they may have had a few beers, they may be reckless with their own safety, but not with others.

The long and short of it though is if you don't like it, don't go.

And if you don't go, I'm sorry, but no-one will miss you.
 


Gazwag

5 millionth post poster
Mar 4, 2004
30,739
Bexhill-on-Sea
Slowhand said:
More often than not those letting off the bangs will put their boot over the top to avoid fragments hitting people.


You should try East Street for Cliffe's final procession then :lolol:

Its the one procession I watch from inside the mother in laws front room otherwise its deafness for a week
 




Dandyman

In London village.
Gazwag said:
You should try East Street for Cliffe's final procession then :lolol:

Its the one procession I watch from inside the mother in laws front room otherwise its deafness for a week

:D It is one of the more lively ones but there are very spectators left by then. If people want the real flavour of Bonfire they need to see "Bonfire Prayers" at the end of the night. ;)
 








Woodchip

It's all about the bikes
Aug 28, 2004
14,460
Shaky Town, NZ






Tony Towner's Fridge

Well-known member
Aug 22, 2003
5,547
GLASGOW,SCOTLAND,UK
Junior Cliffe is probably the least exuberant. Their display is on the left at the crest of the hill as you go past the jail on the Plumpton road just at the entrance to the old racecourse.
Very good it is too.
How many Blairs will be incinerated this year. Loads I hope!

TNBA

TTF
 




Everest

Me
Jul 5, 2003
20,741
Southwick
Wouldn't it be a shame if somebody accidently left some lit fireworks at the council building, and it went up in flames?
 


Gazwag

5 millionth post poster
Mar 4, 2004
30,739
Bexhill-on-Sea
Everest said:
Wouldn't it be a shame if somebody accidently left some lit fireworks at the council building, and it went up in flames?

and I hope Mr Bakers offices, now in the old library, East Street wont get defaced
 


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