Fireworks
Choose one of the official viewing areas to watch the Fireworks Spectacular at 8pm on Saturday 2 Nov:
- Quay Meadow (Wristbands required – Order here)
- Giant Axe (Wristbands required – Order here)
- Williamson Park (No wristbands needed – Just turn-up)
Information and a map of the different viewing areas is shown below.
(Please note that there is no official viewing from Salt Ayre, and the Lancaster Castle area (where the fireworks will be launched) will be closed off)
Information on the view areas:
Quay Meadow
Location: St George’s Quay, Lancaster, LA1 1RB (The viewing area is accessed via St George’s Quay – please note, nearest parking is in Lancaster City Centre) See map below.
Accessibility: The viewing areas is not under cover and may be uneven and muddy underfoot. Waterproofs and wellies are recommended.
Entertainment: The official soundtrack will be played here and there will be music and entertainment in the run up to the big countdown.
Parking: Nearest parking is in Lancaster City Centre (10min walk)
Food and Drink: Hot food concessions will be available.
Please note: Please arrive at this viewing area before 7.40pm.
Giant Axe
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Location: Giant Axe Field, West Rd, Lancaster, LA1 5PE (See map below)
Accessibility: The viewing areas is not under cover and may be uneven and muddy underfoot. Waterproofs and wellies are recommended. Although this area is mostly grassed, there is some hard standing on this viewing area which is suitable for wheelchair users.
Entertainment: The official soundtrack will be played here and there will be music and entertainment in the run up to the big countdown.
Parking: Nearest parking is in Lancaster City Centre (5-10 walk) Alternatively this location is very near the railway station. There is parking available for Blue Badge Holders – please contact us prior to the event to reserve a place.
Food and Drink: Hot food and drinks will be available on the night.
Please note: Arrive at this location before 7.40pm.
Williamson Park
Location: Quernmore Rd, Lancaster LA1 1UX. (See map below)
Accessibility: The viewing areas is mostly grassed, not undercover and may be uneven and muddy underfoot. Waterproofs and wellies are recommended. There is a small amount of accessible parking available in the ‘top’ car park (next to the shop/café and accessed via the Quernmore Road entrance). This viewing location has some paths and some grassed areas but please be aware there are some steep hills to navigate, especially if you parked in the ‘bottom’ (Wyresdale Road) carpark.
Entertainment prior to display: This is a relaxed and quieter viewing location with stunning views across the city with the fireworks displayed against a backdrop of the Castle and Priory. Please note a soundtrack will not be relayed over PA here.
Food and Drink: The Pavilion Café will be open all evening.
Parking: Limited parking is available at Williamson Park’s Wyresdale Road carpark as well as on-street parking around. A small amount of accessible parking available in the ‘top’ car park (next to the shop/café and accessed via the Quernmore Road entrance)
Please note: You don’t need wristbands for this viewing area – just turn up.
Fireworks Viewing Areas Map:
Click on the icons for descriptions of the viewing areas.
(Hint – If you are on your mobile, click on the top right icon of this map to open it in Google Maps which will show your current location and enable directions to where you wish to go)