🎆 London’s Bonfire Night 2025: The Best Spots to Watch the Fireworks Light Up the City

Remember, remember… it’s that time of year again!
London’s skies are about to sparkle with rockets, fizzers, and bangs as Bonfire Night rolls back around - and trust us, this is one tradition you don’t want to miss while you’re staying with Pocket Apartments.

Whether you’re here for a weekend getaway or living your best London life, grab your coat, some friends, and maybe a cheeky mulled wine - here’s where to catch the best firework displays across the city this 5th November (and the weekend before and after!).

🎇 1. Battersea Park Fireworks - The Big One

If London had an official Bonfire Night HQ, Battersea Park would be it.
Expect booming music, jaw-dropping fireworks synced to soundtracks, food trucks galore, and a proper bonfire glow that lights up the Thames. It’s the classic London experience.

🗓️ When: 1–2 November 2025
🎟️ Tickets: Usually sell out fast - grab them early!
🚇 Nearest Tube: Battersea Power Station or Queenstown Road

🎆 2. Alexandra Palace - Views for Days

Want fireworks with a skyline backdrop? Ally Pally delivers. Perched high above North London, it’s the only place where you can see London’s skyline glowing under the fireworks.

There’s live music, a bonfire, street food, and even a funfair - perfect for a whole evening out.

🗓️ When: Usually the first weekend of November
🎟️ Tickets: Book ahead — it’s a sell-out every year
🚇 Nearest Station: Alexandra Palace or Wood Green

Pocket Tip: Arrive before sunset for Insta-worthy skyline pics before the fireworks start.

🔥 3. Southbank - Fireworks + City Vibes

If you’d rather swap muddy fields for riverside cocktails, Southbank is your spot.
While it doesn’t host an official show, you’ll catch views of multiple fireworks going off across London - Battersea, Lambeth, and even further out.

Grab a drink from one of the pop-up winter bars, stroll the Thames, and watch the night sky burst with colour reflected on the water.

🚇 Nearest Station: Waterloo or Blackfriars
💡 Pocket Tip: Book a Pocket Apartment near Waterloo - unbeatable access and perfect for late-night riverside walks.

🎡 4. Victoria Park - East London Energy

For a proper East End bash, Victoria Park always comes alive with family-friendly fun and food stalls. Expect a relaxed, neighbourly vibe with plenty of street food, mulled wine, and local fireworks lighting up the sky.

🗓️ When: Usually the weekend after 5 November
🚇 Nearest Station: Mile End or Bethnal Green

💥 5. Primrose Hill - The Locals’ Secret

If you prefer a free show, join the locals at Primrose Hill. It’s one of the best vantage points in London - you’ll see fireworks bursting from every corner of the city.

Bring a blanket, snacks, and your crew for a chill, budget-friendly Bonfire Night with unbeatable views.

🚇 Nearest Station: Chalk Farm or Swiss Cottage

Pocket Tip: Get there early - the hill fills up fast by 6:30 pm.

🔔 Bonus: Smaller Local Gems

• Clapham Common - lively and full of energy (expect music and food stalls).

• Dulwich Sports Club - a cosy community vibe with BBQ and live music.

• Crystal Palace Park - fireworks with retro fairground rides.

🌃 Make a Night of It with Pocket Apartments

After the fireworks fade and the crowds head home, kick off your shoes and relax in one of our stylish, central London apartments.
Perfect for groups, couples, or solo travellers who want the comfort of home with the buzz of the city right outside.

✨ Explore our stays at PocketApartments.uk and find your perfect London base this Bonfire Night!