Some 2,000 spectators turned out at Wellington Rugby Club on a pleasant dry evening to see the annual firework display and bonfire on Saturday.

Warmed by a roaring bonfire topped with an illuminated Guy, again created by children from Beech Grove Primary School and Caroline Davey, the crowd counted down to another fantastic themed display.

Club president Greg Dyke compered the event with sound and music controlled by Allan Samuel and engineered by Terry Milton.

This year the crowd was treated to an aerial and field display set to the music of ‘Fireman Sam’, ‘Spiderman’, ‘Minions’, ‘Wonder Woman’, and ‘Game of Thrones’.

The music of the late Glen Campbell – ‘Rhinestone Cowboy’ – and ‘California Dreaming’ by the Mamas and Papas was also used to enhance other set pieces. There were tributes to ‘Riverdance’ and Lewis Hamilton’s success in attaining his fourth Formula One World Championship title, plus a grand finale to the theme tune from ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ featuring cross-firing ships.

The display was once again directed by Neil Bache, supported by his elite firing team of John Crockett, Mark Wardell, Simon Cottrell and Julian Jones, whose experience provided another safe, successful and spectacular display.

Neil said: “Every year we try and provide a good family night out and we hope this year was no exception.The display simply would not happen if it wasn’t for the hard work and support of all those involved, including our family and friends. Thanks to the people of Wellington and the surrounding area for their continued support.”

Organisers would also like to thank all those from the club who volunteered their time to help make the night a success including David Case, Nick Southcott, Andy Dunstan, Ian Grabham, Phil Taylor, Colin Studley, Chris Bullock, Richard Fox, Taffy Jones Snr and gate, bar, patrol and clearing up helpers.

They would also like to thank Wellington Timber and Swallowfield Consumer Products, who helped and supported the event and St John’s Ambulance.