Southend-on-Sea Round Table 106
Fireworks Spectacular 'Big Beach Bang'
| Please select an option: |
| Display Information | |
| Date: | Saturday 8th November, 2008 |
| Venue: | East Beach, Shoeburyness, Essex |
| Gates: | Gates open 6pm |
| Display: | Main display starts 7:30pm |
| Entrance: | Tickets are priced at £5 in advance of the display or £6 on the gate (entrance is free to children under 5 years of age, children must be accompanied by an adult) |
| By Foot: | Entrances are located in High Street, Shoeburyness (opposite Shoeburyness Train Station) and also in Blackgate Road |
| Vehicles: | Via car park entrance in George Street, Shoeburyness |
| Disabled Parking: | Disabled parking is available on site and vehicles should enter via the George Street parking entrance |
| Compare: | The show will be hosted by the fantastic D.J. Mat Osborne |
| Information Line: | You can contact Southend Round Table 106 on our dedicated telephone line:- Telephone: 07010 728106 |
The event runs from 6pm. There are various caterers and a fun fair which run throughout the evening with the main Fireworks Display at 7:30pm. Attendance figures in previous years average around 8000 people from all age groups, for what is truly a great family event. This 'Fireworks Spectacular' is now in its 37th year and as always is still arranged on a totally voluntary basis by the members of Southend Round Table 106. Planning and organisation of the event takes 10 months to put together, mainly over many late night meetings throughout the year. This year will see a 30 minute musically choreographed display releasing thousands of pounds of fireworks into the night sky culminating with a spectacular finale sequence, all fired by our specialist pyrotechnics organiser and supplier Starburst Displays. Last year's spectacular raised in excess of £21,000 primarily for the benefit of local charitable causes. Full details of the recipients can be found on our Beneficiaries page. |
|
| Location, Directions and Travel |
| Shoebury East Beach is approximately 1 mile east of Southend-on-Sea, Essex. |
To approach from the A127: |
Travel along the A127 towards Southend passing The Bell Public House. At the next roundabout (Cuckoo Corner) take the 2nd exit along Priory Crescent A1159. Continue along this road to the next roundabout (Sutton Road) and take the 2nd exit. At the next roundabout (Waitrose) take 2nd exit continuing along Eastern Avenue. At next roundabout (McDonalds) take 2nd exit following Royal Artillery Way A1159 (dual carriageway) to the roundabout at Bournes Green. Take 1st exit for 100mts and keep right at the junction take 2nd exit into Bournes Green Chase A13. Continue along Bournes Green Chase until 2nd roundabout (Angel Public House) where you should take the 2nd exit into North Shoebury Road A13. Cross over next roundabout (ASDA) and then over the bridge to the roundabout (Bridge Garage) take the 1st exit into Elm Road. Continue along Elm Road crossing over roundabouts until your reach the traffic lights at the junction with the High Street. Turn right into the High Street continuing until you reach Shoebury Train Station, take the 1st left into George Street. |
To approach from the A13: |
| Follow the A13 towards Southend passing through Hadleigh until you reach the traffic light junction at Thames Drive. |
Arriving by Train: |
The main line train from London Fenchurch Street finishes at Shoeburyness Station and East Beach is only a 1 minute walk from the station. Details of train times and great fireworks offers from can be found at the c2c website or by following this link. Train information and special offers. |
Map of the Location: |
 |
| Limited Parking |
Limited parking is available within the venue but
it is advisable, if at all possible, to travel by alternative means. Dedicated car parks are situated:- 1. On site and accessed via George Street, or at 2. Uncle Toms Cabin Cafe, which is situated along the Seafront opposite The Shore House Public House (5 minute walk) |
| Credit Card Hotline |
Tickets are available to order in advance through our Credit Card Hotline. This service is offered through the Southend-on-Sea Tourist Information Centre and Southend Round Table. Tickets can be purchased at the reduced price of £5 (£6 on the night) up to a few days before the display. A small postage charge of £1 (per order not per ticket) is levied by the Tourist Information Centre and Southend Round Table, this is to cover postage and packaging. To order through our Credit Card Hotline please call:- Telephone: 01702 618747 or 07010 728106 |
| Tickets |
| Advance tickets are available from the following places:- |
Retail Outlets |
| Event Sponsors | |||
| Frequently Asked Questions |
What time does the actual display start? |
What time does the actual display start? The gates for the display open at 6pm but the actual Fireworks Show is scheduled to commence at 7:30pm Return to questions Do we require wood or pallets for our bonfire? Unfortunately this year we do not have a bonfire on site so we do not require any wood or pallets. Return to questions Are animals allowed in the park? Under no circumstances are any animals allowed in the park at any time leading up to or during the display. Return to questions Are sparklers allowed in the park? Health and safety restrictions strictly prohibit the use of any form of firework or sparklers at the display. Anybody found lighting or in possession of fireworks will be asked to either pass over the items to a steward (these will not be able to be returned) or asked to leave the park and display. Return to questions Are children charged full price for admission? No, children under 5 years of age are admitted free but they must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Return to questions Is there a facility for Disabled Parking? Yes, we have arranged a dedicated disabled parking area from which you can get an excellent view of the display. You will need tom enter the on site parking area where a steward will direct you to the parking area (please display your blue disabled parking permit). Return to questions Will the display still go ahead in adverse weather conditions? Only in extreme weather conditions will the display be cancelled. The decision to cancel the display will be made by the "Event Organiser' in conjunction with the Police. Return to questions |
| Display History |
Southend Round Table's 'Big Beach Bang' is our main fundraising event of the year. The display has a long history in Southend dating back over 35 years, originating in 1970 at Roots Hall Football Stadium. It remained at Roots Hall until 1986 when it moved to Southchurch Park East. The display rapidly outgrew this venue and in 1993 was forced to move again; this time to Gunners Park in Shoeburyness where it remained until 2004. In 2005 we saw the most recent relocation of the display to it's latest and largest venue; Shoeburyness East Beach, where we saw another record fundraising year. The display is solely organised by the members of Southend Round Table 106 and is run totally voluntarily. It boasts to be one of the largest amateur displays in the South East of Essex together with a Fun Fair, Food Stalls and many other attractions and despite the ever growing competition from many free and commercial displays, ours continues to go from strength to strength. Planning for each event takes around 10 months of regular evening meetings, culminating in a hectic final week of organisation which truly demonstrates what can be achieved if we have the determination and motivation. Each year around 8000 people attend the massive Fireworks Spectacular, raising in excess of £20,000 for the benefit of primarily local charities and organisations. All of the net proceeds from the event are donated to worthy causes, details of our beneficiaries can be found on our Beneficiaries page. The high profile of the display within the Southend area has meant that it has attracted many significant sponsors throughout the years with such names as Barratt Homes, Natwest Bank, Mobile Phone Centre, Waitrose, First Data Recourses, c2c, Echo Newspapers, Tarn Print, Steve's Vehicle Hire, Regis Direct, Morley's Nurseries to name just a few but, we are always looking to add to the prestigious list. If you feel your company would like to be involved in supporting our event please contact us for full details of our sponsorship packages. |
