Fireworks contest promises a blast
Friday and Sunday will present two displays, whereas Saturday will have three.
The line-up this year will be as follows: Friday, September 29 Bring the Fire Project 7pm 2009 winners Flashpoint Fireworks 8pm
2005 winners The Westcoast Fireworks Company 8.30pm
Tickets £7 – under 5 free Saturday, September 30 Bring the Fire Project 7pm 2004 winners All-star Fireworks 8pm
2013 winners Sirotechnics Fireworks 8.30pm
2007 winners Phoenix Fireworks 9pm
Tickets £9 – under 5 free Sunday, October 1 Bring the Fire Project 7pm 2014 winners Smart Pyrotechnics 8pm
2016 winners Bright Sparks Fireworks Displays 8.30pm
Tickets £7 – under 5 free
A panel of professional judges, who collectively have designed pyrotechnic shows for stars such as Pink Floyd, The Rolling Stones, Rod Stewart, Tina Turner and Queen, will judge each display before announcing the winner on the Sunday evening.
During the competition, more than two tonnes of explosive material are used with the total weight of fireworks in excess of 10 tonnes.
Each show will require around five kilometres of wire to connect up the electrical circuits and around 15 technicians work for more than 12 hours to set up – not including the clean-up.
Tickets cost between £4.50 and £21, with full weekend tickets available.
Go to www.facebook.com/southportfireworks or www.visitsouthport. com
For nearby parking, customers are advised to follow event signage, which will direct them to Princes Park car park. Parking is £5 per car.
Disabled parking will be available in the Splashworld Car Park on a first come first served basis.
There will be no dedicated viewing area for disabled guests. Disabled guests will be allowed access to the site half an hour before the gates open – please let the gate steward know you require early access.
If you have a disability that necessitates a carer your carer will be given a complimentary ticket. One example of supporting documentation for Carers Allowance, Attendance Allowance or Disability Living Allowance must be produced on the day. Without documentation, carers will need to purchase a ticket on the gate.
There are catering facilities on site. Customers are also welcome to bring their own food and drink – please be responsible and put your rubbish in the bins provided.