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Bonfire Night

Bonfire Night is celebrated in the United Kingdom on 5 November with bonfires and fireworks. It remembers the failed Gunpowder Plot of 1605 against the king and Parliament.

💡 Fun fact

Bonfire Night is also called Guy Fawkes Night after one of the plotters.

All about Bonfire Night

Bonfire Night is celebrated in the United Kingdom on 5 November with bonfires and fireworks. It remembers the failed Gunpowder Plot of 1605.

It is also called Guy Fawkes Night.

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Real-life uses of Bonfire Night

Learning about British history
Safe fireworks displays
Community celebrations

Frequently asked questions about Bonfire Night

What does Bonfire Night remember?

The failed Gunpowder Plot of 1605.

When is it?

5 November.