As we approach the festive season, we all look forward to the beautiful fireworks that light up the sky during Diwali and Bonfire Night. There are several public displays in the local area (see list below) but, families may also choose to organise their own private celebrations in their gardens. Although it’s an exciting prospect, we must remember to prioritise safety. At Sunny Days Nursery, we understand the importance of keeping children safe during fireworks displays. We believe that by teaching them the basics of fireworks safety, we can help ensure that celebrations are enjoyed without any accidents or mishaps. Our ultimate goal is to make sure that everyone has a wonderful time.

Lessons for little ones – safety essentials for young children Young children can benefit from learning some safety essentials for Diwali and Bonfire Night, but close adult supervision is still the best way to keep them safe around fireworks. It’s important to start teaching young children safety around bonfires, fireworks, and sparklers.

Making fireworks safety fun

Here at Sunny Days Nursery we talk about what to do in an emergency if things go wrong and use role play to introduce and practice STOP, DROP and ROLL: If your clothes catch fire, STOP, DROP and ROLL

• STOP what you’re doing
• DROP to the ground and cover your face with your hands
• ROLL over and over to put out the flames

For more fun, engaging and creative ways to bring safety messages to life at home, you can download this free educational resource designed especially for early years, “Firework safety: lessons for little ones” by the Child Accident Prevention Trust (CAPT)

Top tips to help keep children safe

You can start teaching your children the basics of how to keep safe around fireworks by sharing simple safety messages with them. Teaching them that although bonfires, fireworks, and sparklers are exciting, they can be dangerous and might hurt them, is a great place to start. It’s important that little ones know to listen to their grown up and stand in a safe place if they go to a fireworks display or have fireworks at home in their garden.

For top tips to share with your little ones at home, visit the firework safety hub on the CAPT website where you will find:

• Firework buying guide – where to buy from and what to look out for.
• Tips for firework safety – top tips for a safe display at home to share with parents.
• Lessons for little ones – a downloadable resource to help you start teaching young children how to stay safe around fireworks and sparklers.
• What to do in an emergency – advice on burns first aid and STOP, DROP and ROLL.

Spread the word on fireworks safety

We know that young children can get carried away with the thrill of watching colourful fireworks and playing with sparklers. However, accidents can happen instantly and unexpectedly. By sharing these simple safety tips with you, you can help ensure that children stay safe while enjoying the festivities with their loved ones during this special time of year.

Firework Displays & Bonfire Night in the Calne & Lyneham Area 2023

Wednesday 1 November

MOD Lyneham bonfire night and firework display - MOD Lyneham are hosting their annual spectacular Bonfire and Fireworks Display on 01 November 2023. Wrap up warm and come along. This event is open to everyone. A funfair in the presence of a roaring bonfire followed by an expert display of family-friendly fireworks a night of excitement for all.

Friday 3rd November

Calne bonfire & fireworks event – There will be live music, food & drink, entertainers and of course the unmissable bonfire and fireworks display.

Saturday 4th November

Swindon Lions Fireworks & Funfair – Swindon Lions host the annual Fireworks Display at the Polo Ground, Marlborough Road, Swindon.

Sutton Benger fireworks display – Successfully running for over 13 years in the village of Sutton Benger near Chippenham, Wiltshire. This fireworks event is a spectacular family friendly professional fireworks display and a HUGE blaze!! Ales, mulled wine, soft drinks as well as great local produce BBQ and children’s entertainment. It’s all in aid of charity

Christian Malford bonfire & fireworks spectacular near Chippenham- a night of family fun at one of the region’s biggest and best firework displays.