Hastings Borough Bonfire Society

Guardians of the Sussex Bonfire Tradition in Hastings

Hastings Borough Bonfire Society exists to uphold the Sussex tradition of celebrating the thwarting of the Gunpowder Plot November 5th 1605 with a bonfire, procession and fireworks. This was an attempt to blow up King and Parliament by Guy Fawkes and friends. 

Hastings Bonfire Night is held on the nearest Saturday to October 14th (Battle of Hastings Day). So it also celebrates the battle.

Next Bonfire Night - Saturday 16th October 2010

2010 Fundraising Events

The event is organised by Hastings people for Hastings people. It is not run by the Council although they do contribute. It costs over £16,000 to put on. The Society works tirelessly to raise the money during the year but with ever escalating costs more sponsorship is needed to keep the event going.

Dad's Army Dance - Saturday 24th July 2010

To celebrate the 70th anniversary of the formation of the Home Guard (1940) and the 150th foundation of the HBBS (1860), please join us at the Bourne Hall, The Bourne in Hastings Old Town from 19:30 -23:30.

Featuring the Cinque Ports Lindy Hoppers with special guests - The Shady Ladies.

Tickets are £7.50 including light refreshments.

Dress is 1940's by order of Captain Mainwaring!

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Pirate Day Barbecue - Friday 6th August 2010

Hastings will attempt to capture the world record for the number of people dressed up as pirates on the beach at Rock A Nore. Why not join us for our barbeque at the Hastings Motor Boat and Yacht Club eastwards from there (as far as you can go)?

17:00 to 19:30 hours.

Special Guests - Hastings Sea Shanty Crew at 18:00 hours

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Bonfire Night - Saturday 17th October 2009

There are many places on the web to see our fantastic 2009 bonfire. Here are some of them -

Photos

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Videos

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HBBS Merchandising

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