One of the things we love about Burntisland is the sense of community. There is a history here for so many of us who were born and raised around Fife, and we are a welcoming town for those who choose to make Burntisland their home. Many of us have childhood memories of coming to the historic Highland Games, or enjoying Fair in the summer months, but as winter beckoned, it was the Bonfire and Firework display that brought us to Burntisland. Sadly, 2019 was the last time Burntisland had a Bonfire and Fireworks night – but five years later, the community has brought it back through Crowdfunding – and we couldn’t be more excited!
In 2020, organisers were forced to cancel the free annual celebration, along with a whole host of community events, due to the coronavirus. The long-standing event on the Links was shelved because of the restrictions on mass gatherings .
The Burntisland Bonfire Committee worked so hard to make this happen for 2024, setting a target of £2000 (by the end of August). Even though Bonfire night doesn’t take place until November, it takes many months to organize, hence the August deadline.
It’s so exciting to know that target has been met, and any extra donations received over the £2000 will be put towards next year’s event.
It’s a fantastic night for the kids in the community as we all gather in front of a huge bonfire, then watch a fireworks display filled with “ooos” and “aaaaahs”.
I love to see the kid’s faces positively glowing amongst the sparklers, and there’s normally plenty of hot food and cups of hot chocolate (or mulled wine for the grown-ups).
My latest illustration celebrates the return of Burntisland’s Fireworks display. Send me a message on Facebook (or click the link below) if you would like to be placed on back-order. You can be one of the first to receive these prints when they become available later in September 2024.