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The Abergavenny fireworks display is a super exciting event that happens every year in Abergavenny, Wales. It's always on November 5th, which is also known as Guy Fawkes Night. This special night is when people celebrate with fireworks and bonfires. The display takes place in Belgrave Park, a big open space near Nevill Hall Hospital. It has been a yearly tradition since 1968, bringing lots of fun to the town.

This amazing event is put on by a local group called Abergavenny and District Round Table. This group is part of a bigger organization called the Round Table that has branches all over the UK. The fireworks display is a nonprofit event. This means that all the money raised from ticket sales goes to help charities and good causes. Most of these good causes are right there in the Abergavenny area. Groups like the Abergavenny Scouts, Crickhowell Scouts, and local sports clubs have all received help from the money raised.

A Look Back: History

The Abergavenny fireworks display first started in 1965. It was originally created to put on a special show for children living in a local children's home. In 1968, the event moved to its current home at Belgrave Park. This new spot was chosen because the fireworks could be seen from the nearby Nevill Hall Hospital. Since then, the fireworks display has been held every single year, continuing to light up the sky for everyone to enjoy.

Get Creative: Poster Competition

Each year, there's a fun competition for local school children. They get to design a poster for the Abergavenny fireworks display! These creative posters are then used to help advertise the event around town. The children who win the competition, along with their classmates, receive free tickets to the fireworks show. Plus, their school gets a special donation from the event organizers. It's a great way for kids to get involved and show off their artistic skills!

External links

  • Abergavenny fireworks website
  • Abergavenny and District Round Table website
  • flickr - 2010 Pictures
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