Fireshow 2007

Preparations underway for Carlisle's explosive event

Preparations are underway for this Saturday's (November 3) Carlisle City Council Fireshow.

Carlisle City Council staff, local volunteers and firework experts - the Black Powder Monkeys - have been setting the scene for the explosive anniversary event and are in the process of laying hundreds of pallets to create the 40-foot-high bonfire.

Staged in Bitts Park, the sparkling spectacular will take place on Saturday, 3 November and will be the 21st Fireshow event staged by Carlisle City Council.

A giant four tiered birthday cake will be centre stage at this year's event. Following a party theme, the event will commemorate Fireshows from the previous two decades and local residents and visitors are being invited to join in with the party. More than 2,000 spectacular fireworks will also make sure the event goes with a 'bang'.

The event will start at 7pm. Admission is free, although collections will be made for the Mayor's Charity Fund and Rotary Club Carlisle (South).

Due to the recent rainfall visitors are reminded to wear suitable footwear and as ever the Council is advising families to be bright sparks and arrive early to ease traffic congestion. Around 35,000 people are expected to attend the City Council organised event.

Leader of Carlisle City Council, Cllr Mike Mitchelson said:

Carlisle's Fireshow is unequalled in the north and is a great example of a free community event ideal for the all family to enjoy. This year will be the 21st Fireshow held in Bitts Park and want all our residents to join in the celebrations.

To make the most of it, the advice is simple: dress warmly, arrive early, leave your fireworks and pets at home and enjoy one of the greatest free shows you're ever likely to see, anywhere in the country.

The Bitts Park spectacular is organised by Carlisle City Council in conjunction with the Black Powder Monkeys. CFM Radio, News & Star, Kingmoor Park, J Edgar & Son and Story are sponsoring the event. Support is also received from Browns Haulage, BSW Timber, Carlisle Scaffolding, Crown Bevcan and Edmundsons Electricals.