A long long time ago a man named Guy Fawkes attempted to overthrow the King by blowing up parliament. For a better idea of what really happened check out this site...
http://www.bonfirenight.net/
The day is now remembered throughout the country with parades, burning of effigies and magnificent fireworks displays.
I celebrated in the nearby village of Lewes which hosts the largest bonfire night in the country. Read this article from Brighton's largest newspaper to learn more about this years event...
http://www.theargus.co.uk/news/4726245.Lewes_Bonfire_Night_hailed_a_success/
This was my second year attending the event and once again I felt like I stepped back in time as the parade marched past in this old village composed of societies in old fashioned costume and bearing torches, including children. There is something spooky about the night that I just can't get enough of.
The night ends with each society hosting a fireworks display. We went to one that was free with an amazing show and a massive bonfire to keep us warm.
It was well worth fighting the crowds!
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