Over 40,000 people attended this year’s Carlisle Fireshow.
Organised by Cumberland Council, the Bitts Park event celebrated the area’s maritime history and heritage.
As well as a bonfire, over 2,000 fireworks lit up the sky.
A Fireshow village, setup in Castle car park, was an added attraction, offering food and family entertainment.
It was the 36th fireshow event and was organised with Merlin Fireworks Ltd.
Councillor Anne Quilter, Cumberland Council’s executive member for vibrant and healthy places, said: “It was fantastic to see so many people enjoying this year’s fireshow in Bitts Park.
“It never disappoints, and this year’s event was another great success.
“I’d like to thank everyone who made it happen – it’s taken months of planning and preparation, and it wouldn’t have been possible without the fantastic support of local businesses and organisations.
“A special thank you goes to our brilliant events team, stewards, and Merlin Fireworks for delivering such a spectacular show.
“We’re grateful too for the support of our emergency services, including the police, fire, and ambulance teams, who help keep everyone safe.
“I’d also like to thank the local businesses and organisations who have provided support: Brampton Pallets, BWS Timber, Evri, Johnson’s decorators, Story Contracting, Travis Perkins and Wallace Oils.
“Also, thanks to the Cumbria Army Cadet Force – Harraby Detachment who are going to assist us with litter picking after the event.”
Visitors to this year’s Carlisle Fireshow were asked to dig into the bottom of their pockets and support local charities.
Although the event is free to attend, a charity collection is held each year. All donations go towards the Rotary in Carlisle (which donates most of its fundraising efforts to local good causes), and Alzheimer’s Society, the charity supported by the chair of Cumberland Council Andy Semple and the mayor of Carlisle, Jeanette Whalen’s chosen charities – Carlisle Foodbank and Safety Net.
A Taste Cumbria producers’ market is also being held in the Carlisle Cathedral grounds over the fireshow weekend.
The event includes 40 food and drink traders, live music on the festival stage, hot food stalls, children’s activities and face painting, street theatre and fire-themed entertainment.
Stalls are open until 4pm today, Sunday November 2.
The overall events programme has been supported by the Government via the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
