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Fireworks display in King’s Lynn expected to attract thousands of people

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Fireworks display in King’s Lynn expected to attract thousands of people

West Norfolk City Council fireworks exploded over The Walks public trail in King's Lynn.West Norfolk City Council

Last year’s event at The Walks in King’s Lynn attracted 18,000 people.

Thousands of people are expected to attend a free fireworks display in Norfolk.

Fawkes on a walk The event will take place in King’s Lynn on Friday evening.

West Norfolk City Council spent £18,000 on its construction, which is funded by parking charges.

Bal Anota, the council’s independent cabinet member for events and open space, said it was one of his favorite events.

The spectacle, which has been running for 16 years, is scheduled to begin at 18:00 GMT, with the fireworks display starting at 20:00.

Other live entertainment will include music from local three-piece band Bear Club and DJ sets from Radio West Norfolk presenter Simon Rowe.

Local councilor Bal Anota stands in Walks Community Park in King's Lynn. He is wearing a blue jacket, white top and light brown chinos.

The council’s Bal Anota team says it is funding the event using revenue from parking fees.

Last year the event was delayed by a week due to heavy rain and floodingbut the forecast on this matter is dry.

David Copeland is a local district commander for Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service.

He wants people planning their own events to think again.

“You run the risk of a fire getting out of control – we see that quite often at this time of year.

“Last year, fireworks set fire to a nearby property and spread to the house.

“Thankfully no one was hurt, but you can imagine the concern it caused.”

David Copeland of Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service stands in a park surrounded by grass. He is wearing an orange reflective jacket and black trousers.

For David Copeland of Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service, it’s his busiest weekend of the year.