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Remember remember the fifth of November
Gunpowder, treason and plot. I see no reason why gunpowder, treason Should ever be forgot... We often forget why we have these traditions, even if we all remember the rhymes! Check out www.rhymes.org.uk Guy Fawkes & the Gunpowder Plot Words of "Remember Remember" refer to Guy Fawkes with origins in 17th century English history. On the 5th November 1605 Guy Fawkes was caught in the cellars of the Houses of Parliament with several dozen barrels of gunpowder. Guy Fawkes was subsequently tried as a traitor with his co-conspirators for plotting against the government. He was tried by Judge Popham who came to London specifically for the trial from his country manor Littlecote House in Hungerford, Berkshire. Fawkes was sentenced to death and the form of the execution was one of the most horrendous ever practised (hung ,drawn and quartered) which reflected the serious nature of the crime of treason. The Tradition begins... The following year in 1606 it became an annual custom for the King and Parliament to commission a sermon to commemorate the event. Lancelot Andrewes delivered the first of many Gunpowder Plot Sermons. This practice, together with the nursery rhyme, ensured that this crime would never be forgotten! Hence the words " Remember , remember the 5th of November" The poem is sometimes referred to as 'Please to remember the fifth of November'. It serves as a warning to each new generation that treason will never be forgotten. In England the 5th of November is still commemorated each year with fireworks and bonfires culminating with the burning of effigies of Guy Fawkes (the guy). The 'guys' are made by children by filling old clothes with crumpled newspapers to look like a man. Tradition allows British children to display their 'guys' to passers-by and asking for " A penny for the guy". Many in the Windsor and Slough area will know that the fireworks celebrations have already begun with Legoland usually lead the way starting in October. But if you are still waiting to join in the fun, we have put together a list of displays throughout Berkshire over the week ahead. Sunday 2 and Saturday 8 November 2008 Starwars Halloween Fireworks Legoland Winkfield Road Windsor For 1 and 2 Nov pre-show at 5.15 pm, main show at 6pm For 8 November pre-show at 4.45 pm, main show at 5.30pm Normal admission rates apply Details: The park will open as usual from 10am and the show will commence at dusk. Normal admission rates and conditions apply. After a full day of Star Wars activities, it’s all eyes to the skies for a spectacular fireworks display, celebrating the events that happened a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away…Join in training activities to prepare yourselves for the Clone Wars. Complete at least two out of the five activities below to become a Jedi Knight! Sunday 2 November 2008 Blue Mountain Firework Extravaganza Blue Mountain Golf Club Wood Lane Binfield 5pm £7 adults, £4 children Details: A great family evening with a children's funfair and entertainment, beer tents, burger and hot dog stands, bonfire and novelties. Bonfire lighting 5.30pm, fireworks 6.15pm Sunday 2 November 2008 John Nike Firework Display John Nike Leisure Centre Bracknell 7pm Free Details: A free firework display with a ski display beforehand. Sunday 2 November 2008 Foxy's Firework Spectacular Edgbarrow Sports Centre Grant Road Crowthorne 5pm £7 adult, £4 child, £20 family (2 adults 3 children) Info: 01344 776211 Details: Prices above are for non-members. Come along for an exhilarating evening featuring fireworks at 6.30pm, plus a bouncy castle and go-karting. Sunday 2 November 2008 Wokingham Charity Firework Spectacular Cantley Field Wokingham 6pm £5 Details: The Wokingham Charity Firework Spectacular has been organised by the Unicorn Club for the last 20 years and each year succeeds in being bigger and better. It is an absolutely top-notch firework display, which is family friendly and provides a traditional bonfire and plenty of fairground fun. The proceedings start at 6pm with a great torchlight procession from the centre of Wokingham out to the event field at Cantley. All are welcome to join in. Parking in the town centre council car parks is free after 5.30pm - there is no parking at Cantley. The Display Starts at 7.30pm, so turn up early, park in the town for free and enjoy a superb Firework Night experience. The Firework programme is your ticket. Children 7 and under : admission FREE. Friday 7 November 2008 Wessex Primary School St. Adrians Close, Cox Green Maidenhead Dazzling displays of fireworks are set to light up Cox Green at the annual Wessex fireworks night on November 7. Held for the 6th time, the spectacular celebration to mark Guy Fawkes Day will feature a feast of entertainment. The popular community event will see 20 minute display of explosions and bangs, a children's fun-fair, as well as a barbecue, live music and hot drinks. All cash raised at the event is to be put towards Wessex Primary School's general running costs. Tickets are £4 for adults and £2 for children, and gates open at 6pm. Friday 7 November Datchet Cricket Club London Road Datchet Datchet St Mary's School & Datchet Cricket Club's terrific bonfire and firework show at Datchet Cricket Club. Bonfire from 7pm, Fireworks from 8pm. Licensed bar, mulled wine, tasty barbeque, sparklers and flashy things! The event starts at 6.15pm, tickets-£3 / £1 under 12s Friday 7 November 2008 Rivermead Firework Display Rivermead School Loddon Bridge Road Woodley, Reading 6.30pm £4 adults, £3 children Info: 0118 954 0770 Details: A fantastic display by professional pyrotechnics. Tickets available from Parent Teacher Association's of all Woodley primary schools up to 1 November. Or pay at gate on 2nd November. All proceeds donated to charity. Friday 7 November 2008 Firework Display Whiteknights Primary School Fairlawn Green Reading 6.30pm £4 adult, £3 children Times: A spectacular firework display in aid of the School Association raising funds for the school. There will be hot food, refreshments, sweets, glow novelties and more. Tickets are on sale at the school or on the night. Saturday 8 November Most certainly the best display in the area, additionally there are stalls, river trips, BBQ, Bar and refreshments. Gates are set to open at 5.30pm and the fireworks are due to be launched at approximately 7pm. There will be special river cruises, a bar; hog roast food and a barbecue. Advanced tickets can be bought at a discounted rate from Marlow Tourist Office or by calling the centre on 01628 483252. Full price admission is also available on the evening. Saturday 8 November 2008 Celebration of the 90th Anniversary of the RAF Deanwood Park Golf Club Stockcross Newbury 6.30 £6 adults, £4 children Details: To celebrate the 90th Anniversary of the RAF Dean Park Golf Club are staging a huge firework extravaganza, along with children's rides and refreshments. Bonfire lighting starts at 6.30pm with fireworks commencing at 7.30pm. Saturday 8 November 2008 Loddon Valley Lions Firework Display Wellington Country Park Riseley Reading £6 adult, £2 children Details: Come along to Wellington Country Park for a Guy Fawkes Night and help raise money for local charities. The Loddon Valley Lions Club stage a fireworks display over the lakes, with children's entertainment and sandwiches on sale. Saturday 8 November 2008 Firework Fiesta Pangbourne Primary School Kennedy Drive Pangbourne 5.30pm £10 adult, free for children Details: A cracking fireworks party for all the family, with free entry for children (all children must be accompanied by an adult). Fireworks start at 7.30pm and you can also enjoy a barbecue, West Berkshire Beer bar, a floodlit penalty shoot out, coconut shy, tombola, children's sweet and drink stall, a huge bonfire and fire-eaters! Saturday 8 November 2008 Thatcham Rotary Club Fireworks Henwick Farm Turnpike Road Thatcham 6.30pm Adults £5, children £3 Details: Enjoy a great evening of fireworks, refreshments and a funfair. Saturday 8 November 2008 Firework Spectacular Upton Court Park Upton Court Road Slough 5.30pm £6 adult, £3 children and O.A.P.s Info: 01753 875571 Details: The crowd will be treated to a superb display of multi-coloured dramatic fireworks, a flaming bonfire and entertainment on stage. There will also be food from around the world and a beer tent for thirsty revellers. If however you’d rather do it yourself on November 5th - then have fun BUT BE SAFE! 1. Follow the Fireworks Code. • Keep fireworks in a closed box • Follow the instructions on each firework • Light all fireworks at arm’s length • Stand well back • Never go back to a lit firework • Never put fireworks in your pocket • Never throw fireworks • Keep Pets indoors [ click here ] for more on pets and fireworks 2. Use only BS 7114 Fireworks • Check this when you are buying. All reputable dealers will only sell fireworks to this standard and if you are ever offered any others leave them alone! 3. Take special care with sparklers • Sparklers can be beautiful and enjoyable for young children but adults must be aware of their potential. Sparklers are the cause of a disproportionate number of injuries but only a few simple precautions are necessary. o Always supervise children with sparklers. o Teach them to hold the sparkler at arm’s length, but not near anyone else o Sparklers are not for the under 5s. They will be labelled as such and it is your responsibility. o Have a container of water handy, big enough for the spent sparkler. Dump the sparkler in it as soon as it goes out. 4. Further advice, publications etc: • BERR Government information on fireworks safety. • FireworkSafety website, for valuable advice. • Safer Fireworks RoSPA's site 'to make sure your firework parties are fun' • H&SE Guide to Safety for Firework Display Organisers • Various fire brigades have advice on fireworks, bonfires and barbecues on the web: o London Fire Brigade. More advice on: bonfires and fireworks; barbecues o Fire Service site - fireworks, follow links to bonfires and barbecues. |
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