by Marple Scouts and girlguiding marple
Saturday 2nd November
We’re back in Brabyns Park for our 52nd Bonfire & Fireworks! It will be ticket-only this year, so please buy in advance. No booking fees.
52 years of the Brabyns Bonfire
The Brabyns Bonfire has been a fixture in the Marple calendar for over 50 years, and this is actually our 52ndbonfire, which we’re incredibly proud of!
A lot of blood, sweat and tears have gone to making the bonfire a wonderful community event, with too many people to thank for their efforts and dedication over the years.
The event is run completely by volunteers, with all proceeds going to Scouting and Guiding in Marple, to help give young people opportunities for adventure.
Scouting has been happening in Marple since 1908, with Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Explorers and Network all meeting regularly.
Marple has a thriving Guiding community with Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, Rangers and Trefoil all meeting on a regular basis.
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Scouting has been happening in Marple since 1908, with Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Explorers and Network all meeting regularly.
Marple has a thriving Guiding community with Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, Rangers and Trefoil all meeting on a regular basis.
Prices
We’ve done our best to keep prices down for local families, though we’ve had to increase them slightly to cover higher insurance, security and soaring firework costs.
Adults – £8.50
Kids (5 – 15 years old) – £5
Under 5s – free
It is ticket-only – buy tickets here
Timings
The gates will be open from 18:00, and we have catering stalls serving food and drink, including Mulled Wine this year!
The Bonfire Lighting Procession begins at 19:00.
The Fireworks begin at 19:30 prompt, and usually last for around 20 minutes.
FAQ
We’ve done our best to answer the most obvious questions about getting here and other FAQ here.
If you can’t find the answer please get in touch and we’ll respond ASAP.
Getting to Brabyns Park
MAIN ENTRANCE
The main entrance is off Brabyns Brow (opposite the Midland Pub). Where possible, please walk or use public transport.
Train: Arrive and depart from Marple train station, 2 minutes walk to the main Entrance.
Bus: Arrive and depart from bus stops at Marple train station.
Parking: These council car parks are nearby, though spaces fill up quickly.
Marple train station (SK6 7DA) – (2 minute walk)
Memorial Park (SK6 6BD) – (5 minute walk)
IRONBRIDGE ENTRANCE
Entrance is possible via the Iron Bridge / Rollins Wood, though this is a narrow unlit lane so we recommend that anyone using this entrance brings a torch. Please arrive early as getting across to the bonfire will NOT be possible if you arrive later than 19:00.
RAILWAY BRIDGE ENTRANCE
Entrance is possible via the Railway Bridge (using the paths from Winnington Road / Grosvenor Road), though this a narrow unlit lane so we recommend that anyone using this entrance brings a torch.
Contact Us
There are bound to be a few things we have missed off – but we’ll be happy to help if you get in touch!
The simplest way to get in touch is to use the contact form, and one of our team will get back to you shortly.