[Sussex] Who’s Going to Lewes Bonfire Celebrations Tomorrow?

[portlock seagull]

Lewes

Yes I know thank you, you’re the 2nd pedant, talk to Apple Auto Correct etc

 

[Sorrel]

There is a concerted effort to stop people going these days: the transport cut-off, constant mentions not to go on local radio, cones all the way on Uckfield Road to the Power garage.

It was pretty crowded in the 1990s - it's clear there were plenty of potential safety issues with so many people there.

 

[LamieRobertson]

No thanks…..quite happy with a few fireworks in the back garden with the grandkids …and a hot drink and snack afterwards

 

[Petunia]

I absolutely hated it the one time I went. Very dangerous and just an excuse for the yoof to terrorise people with firecrackers, commit vandalism (or even arson) and pissed up idiots causing trouble.

Saw three separate assaults the one occasion I went some 20 years ago. Had the misfortune of having to change trains at Lewes one bonfire night since and it was like a zoo.

Never, ever again.

I only ever went once too. Back in the mid to late eighties. Hated every second of it and I agree with you. Never, ever again.

 

[Diablo]

Nigel Farage in Lewes tonight..................Cliffe effigy !!!

 

[WATFORD zero]

I’m going to assume Sir Freebie will be nice and warm this year if you get my meaning….

Well not from Cliffe, Farage holding the leads of a couple of rioters

Shame this has come out before the unveiling tonight.

 

[RandyWanger]

I've not been for years. Was always a great night out and one that can never be matched anywhere else.

 

[A mex eyecan]

Nigel Farage in Lewes tonight..................Cliffe effigy !!!View attachment 191868

they are so cleverly done (no pun intended) it’s almost a shame to burn them.

 

[Chicken Run]

Nigel Farage in Lewes tonight..................Cliffe effigy !!!View attachment 191868

Brilliant so Farage finally gets burned

 

[Cheshire Cat]

I just checked back as I was sure my memory wasn't playing tricks back in 2015 the Pride parade was delayed for a while due to a suspicious package near the route. Having sat on the committee of a Lewes bonfire society for some years the safety advisory group very much brief on the risks of potential attack and I'm sure all major events have that contingency

You would have though the various bonfire societies were carrying enough ammunition during the night to see off a large invasion force without any help.

 

[Sussexscots]

Enjoyed it the couple of times I went in the 80's. It was a bit of a rammy, right enough, but an amazing and unique spectacle.

I'd probably go again, to be honest, were Lewes not effectively sealed off for the night.

 

[WATFORD zero]

 

[Weststander]

Enjoyed it the couple of times I went in the 80's. It was a bit of a rammy, right enough, but an amazing and unique spectacle.

I'd probably go again, to be honest, were Lewes not effectively sealed off for the night.

The heyday, widely reported up to 80,000 often attended.

Sussex Police/council have tried to curtail that ever since.

 

[WATFORD zero]

Fun for the whole family

Now Johnny, you hold that sparkler at arms length and when it goes out, make sure you put it in that bucket of sand.

Now Johnny, take that stake, dip the cloth in that barrel of tar, set light to it and walk through the centre of town swinging it around your head and chuck it in the gutter when you get the chance of a better one

Don't you just love Lewes

 

[Frutos]

Paula Vennells effigy the first one past.

 

[WATFORD zero]

Paula Vennells effigy the first one past.

Waterloo - Being attacked by Postman Pat's cat

 

[Sussexscots]

The heyday, widely reported up to 80,000 often attended.

Sussex Police/council have tried to curtail that ever since.

Yes, different times and I guess back then, early 20's, it didn't feel any more lairy than a football awayday sometimes did. Fully understand why the authorities want to restrict attendance these days.

There's something visceral about a fire festival though. From Lewes bonfire to 'Up Helly aa' in the Shetlands. Quite the spectacle!

 

[OzMike]

We used to love going to Lewes on bonfire night, one of the things I miss.
Kids loved the hot chestnuts, jacket spuds etc. and the customary 'ooohhh' and 'aaahhh'.
When fireworks went off, a bit pantomine like.

 

[Algernon]

Here

 

[Thunder Bolt]

Cliffe’s effigy.