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Bonfire Societies

Bonfire societies are volunteer-run community organisations that organise Bonfire Night celebrations across Sussex. Many trace their origins to the nineteenth century, preserving local traditions through torchlit processions, costumes, marching bands, bonfires, and fireworks. While they commemorate the failure of the Gunpowder Plot of 1605, many societies also celebrate local history and raise money for charities throughout the year.

Society Map

Explore bonfire societies across Sussex and Kent. Hover a town area or marker for a summary; click to open the society page.

Lewes Bonfire Societies

Sussex Bonfire Societies

Kent Societies on the Sussex Bonfire Circuit