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Rye Bonfire Pageant 2026

Rye, Rye · 14 November 2026

Cobbled Mermaid Street in Rye, lined with old houses and flowers, with people walking up the hillPhoto of Rye: Steve Daniels, CC BY-SA 2.0
14 Nov

Photo of Rye: Steve Daniels, CC BY-SA 2.0

Rye Bonfire Pageant is an annual bonfire celebration in Rye, organised by Rye and District Bonfire Society. It is listed for Saturday 14 November 2026, though the date is provisional and should be checked with the organiser. It suits families and groups looking for a fireworks and outdoor evening.

Highlights

  • Annual bonfire celebration organised by Rye and District Bonfire Society
  • Fireworks and an outdoor setting in Rye
  • Booking is recommended; check the organiser's site for details

Getting there

Checked on 27 October 2026 against ryebonfire.co.uk. Details change, so please confirm with the organiser before you travel. How we check

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