Bonfire in Scholes: Villagers turn out in force for ‘best ever’ firework display
Over 2,000 people gathered at Scholes Cricket and Athletic Club last Saturday (November 1) for the village’s annual bonfire night and firework display.
On a dry evening ahead of Guy Fawkes Night, families were treated to a number of food stalls and outdoor bars, before being wowed with a 45-minute pyrotechnic show overseen by local resident Liam Gomersall.
A spokesperson for the New Popplewell Lane club said: “It was a superb event and was one of the best we have done. It was a real community event which got everyone together.
“Liam did an amazing job with the firework display. He had a great team behind him and it was a real success.
“Our volunteers, yet again, have worked so hard, especially doing all those bits behind the scenes that people don’t see. The hard work and dedication of our staff and volunteers has been great.
“We would like to thank everyone who supported us by turning up.”
Mary Burch, who attended the event, said:
“It was amazing. It was absolutely out of this world. It was the best firework display I have ever been to.”
The club confirmed that money raised from the popular event will go towards “keeping it running, year-on-year,” and allow it to stay open during the quieter winter months.
“It is the heartbeat of the community,” the spokesperson added.