A popular fireworks, bonfire and air display at Aston Down has been cancelled because forecasts are predicting heavy rain and high winds.
The event was due to take place on Saturday, October 24. Organisers said the forecast conditions meant they could not deliver an event that was both safe and enjoyable, leading them to cancel rather than proceed in worsening weather.
The decision followed what organisers described as a careful review of forecasts from several weather services. After considering the different updates, they concluded there was little prospect of conditions improving sufficiently for the event to go ahead.
What the cancellation means for ticket holders
Everyone who holds a ticket is expected to receive an email over the weekend. That message will explain the options available following the cancellation and set out the next steps for customers.
Ticket holders will be able to choose between transferring their tickets to the 2027 Aston Down event or requesting a refund. The transfer will be available at no extra cost, giving customers the option of attending the event when it returns next year.
Organisers have asked ticket holders to wait for the email before making their choice. They have also asked customers to be patient while a small team of volunteers works through transfer and refund requests.
Organisers hope to return in 2027
The cancelled programme was to bring together fireworks, a bonfire and an air display at Aston Down. Organisers said the combination of heavy rain and high winds meant the planned event could not be delivered to the required safety and enjoyment standards.
In their statement, the organisers thanked the people who had supported the event and said they hoped to see them at Aston Down next year.
“We would like to thank everyone who has supported the event and we hope to see you at Aston Down next year.”
For now, ticket holders should look out for the promised email over the weekend. It will explain how to request a refund or arrange a no-cost transfer to the 2027 event. The organisers have not provided any further details in the supplied material about the date or arrangements for next year’s event.