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HMS Sultan Bonfire & Fireworks Night 2025
HMS Sultan's spectacular bonfire night returns this October half-term - celebrating VE and VJ80
Get ready for a thrilling evening of family fun with a special commemorative twist as HMS Sultan's beloved Bonfire and Fireworks Night returns on Thursday 30th October. Set in the heart of the Royal Navy's centre of excellence for Air and Marine Engineering, this year's spectacular event promises an unforgettable night for all the family whilst honouring the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe and over Japan.
What to expect
Join Nation Radio's Mark Collins as he guides you through an evening packed with entertainment and remembrance. Enjoy traditional funfair rides and games (charges apply for rides) before gathering around our impressive bonfire, all building up to a breathtaking fireworks finale featuring a special VE80, VJ80, commemorative soundtrack that pays tribute to the Greatest Generation who secured our freedom 80 years ago. Hot food, snacks and treats will be available throughout the evening to keep everyone fuelled for the fun.
This year's fireworks display will feature music from the 1940s era, creating a moving tribute to those who served during the Second World War, whilst maintaining all the excitement and spectacle families expect from HMS Sultan's premier bonfire night event.
Get ready for a thrilling evening of family fun with a special commemorative twist as HMS Sultan's beloved Bonfire and Fireworks Night returns on Thursday 30th October. Set in the heart of the Royal Navy's centre of excellence for Air and Marine Engineering, this year's spectacular event promises an unforgettable night for all the family whilst honouring the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe and over Japan.
What to expect
Join Nation Radio's Mark Collins as he guides you through an evening packed with entertainment and remembrance. Enjoy traditional funfair rides and games (charges apply for rides) before gathering around our impressive bonfire, all building up to a breathtaking fireworks finale featuring a special VE80, VJ80, commemorative soundtrack that pays tribute to the Greatest Generation who secured our freedom 80 years ago. Hot food, snacks and treats will be available throughout the evening to keep everyone fuelled for the fun.
This year's fireworks display will feature music from the 1940s era, creating a moving tribute to those who served during the Second World War, whilst maintaining all the excitement and spectacle families expect from HMS Sultan's premier bonfire night event.
Thursday 30 October
Polo Fields HMS Sultan:
By car: Use postcode PO13 9XH or What3Words: noble.sizes.gaps for parking
Entry On foot: Pedestrian entrance at postcode or What3Words: system.yoga.fishery Hampshire PO12 3TR
• Parking available from 5:00pm (valid parking ticket required)• Gates open: 5:30pm
• Bonfire lighting: 7:45pm
• VE80 commemorative fireworks display: 8:30pm
• Gates close: 10:45pm
Tickets
All tickets must be purchased online. Cash payments will not be accepted on the night, but remain available online.
Early bird (by 26th Oct):
• Family (2 adults + 2 children): £20
• Adult: £7
• Child (ages 3-15): £4
• Parking: £5
• Children under 3: Free
From 27 Oct
• Family: £25
• Adult: £10
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