Bonfire Night is fast approaching and Havering has several "spectacular" fireworks displays across the borough this year.
Every year on and around November 5, people mark Bonfire Night - also known as Guy Fawkes Night or Fireworks Night - which commemorates the failure of the 1605 Gunpowder Plot to assassinate King James I.
With November 5 falling on a Thursday this year, many of Havering’s displays are scheduled for the weekends either side, though a handful of events are planned during the week itself.
St Marys Primary School - November 4
On Wednesday November 4, St Marys Catholic Primary School in Hornchurch Road, Hornchurch is hosting its "annual Fireworks Extravaganza".
Doors open for the event at 5.30pm with food and drink available including pizza, donuts, sweets and candyfloss according to St Marys PTA website.
Tickets cost £7 each ahead of the event or £10 each if bought on the door.
A family of four can buy tickets for £25 in total.
Marshalls Park Academy - November 6
Marshalls Park Academy will host its annual fireworks display on November 6 in Pettits Lane, Romford from 6-9pm.
"Come join us at Marshalls Park Academy for a spectacular evening of fireworks, fun, and food at our annual firework display," the Eventbrite description reads.
"Get ready to be amazed by dazzling lights and booming explosions lighting up the night sky. Bring your family and friends for a memorable experience."
Tickets cost £7 for adults, £5 for children under 16 and £18 for two adults and two children.
Drapers Maylands Primary School - November 6
Also on November 6 is the "professional fireworks" display at Drapers Maylands Primary School in Settle Road, Harold Hill.
Gates will open at 5.15pm on the night with the display beginning at 6.50pm.
Havering London's website says: "There will be plenty to do with class fundraising stalls, face painting, fresh food, cakes, sweets and hot drinks to keep you warm!"
Advance tickets can be purchased with adults costing £7, children £4 and family £20
On the gate tickets will see adults pay £8 and children pay £5.
The Coopers Company and Coborn School - November 7
On the Saturday (November 7) after Bonfire Night, a fireworks display and craft fayre will take place at The Coopers Company and Coburn School in St Marys Lane, Upminster, described as "one of the best displays in Essex" by Havering Council.
The council's events page says: "Join us for a unique experience with live music, indoor craft fayre, BBQ, licensed bar, fantastic fireworks display and so much more.
"Early bird" tickets are priced at £8 for adults, £6 for children and family bundles (for two adults and two children) available for £24.
On the night, adults will pay £9 for entry, children over the age of three will cost £7 and under threes will enter for free.
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