On the night
Road closures, diversions and the timings for the evening.
Parking
Park at Witley station and take the shuttle bus. No parking in the village.
Procession & Food
Torches, the procession route, and what there is to eat and drink.
News
Announcements and updates from the bonfire committee.
Support us
We are a local charity running on donations from our community.
Pics
Photos from the village on the night.
On the night
Road Closures, Diversions, and Events: Saturday 7th November 2026
- 1:00pm - South side of Village Green (by the Spar & Chemist) road closes.
- 3:00pm - The bus slip road on the green closes.
- 5:00pm - Stalls open for business.
- 5:15pm - Shuttle buses start operating. Please note that once the car parks are full we have no further availability.
- 5:30pm - A283 Petworth Road from the junction with Woodside Road to the Crown closes, traffic diverted along Coxcombe Lane
- 5:30pm - North side of the Village Green from Petworth Road to Pockford Road closes, traffic diverted via Pockford Road / Skinner’s Lane
- 6:30pm - Torches go on sale at St Mary’s School.
- 7:00pm - Procession of torches departs St Mary’s School.
- 7:15pm - (approx) Bonfire set alight.
- 8:00pm - (approx) Fireworks
- 9:30pm - (approx) Last shuttle bus back departs Chiddingfold
- 10:00pm - (approx) Roads re-open.
- 8:00am - Sunday - Clearing the Village Green. If you can, please come along and help to tidy up, even for a little bit, we would be very grateful. Thank you!
We will be running shuttle buses from Witley Station. Please note that there is now a car parking charge at Witley Station which is independent from the shuttle bus cost.
We would like to ask you to let any friends and family who are visiting to be aware of these timings. It is not possible to let cars through into the closed area after the roadblocks are in place. The only exceptions are for disabled access only, providing we have been informed in advance. Details for disabled parking and travelling to and from the event are on the parking page.
Getting Ready for Saturday 7th November 2026
- Saturday 26 September 2026 - Tripod Goes up
- Saturday 26 September 2026 - Until the ‘No More Dumping Signs’ are
displayed, bring down your garden waste.
NO BUILDING OR CONSTRUCTION WASTE PLEASE - Saturday 03 October 2026 - Bonfire building from 9am until lunchtime - all are welcome!
- Saturday 10 October 2026 - Bonfire building from 9am until lunchtime - all are welcome!
- Saturday 17 October 2026 - Bonfire building from 9am until lunchtime - all are welcome!
- Saturday 24 October 2026 - Bonfire building from 9am until lunchtime - all are welcome!
- Friday 30 October 2026 - Last Application for Disabled Access Parking at 22:00. We are usually full one week before this!
- Saturday 07 November 2026 - Bonfire Night!!
- Sunday 08 November 2026 - 8:00am Tidying the Village Green - Please, please, please come and help!
With thanks to our sponsors
Winterton Arms
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Proudly independent and deeply rooted in local life, warm and welcoming, enjoy a drink, or dine in our bright airy or cosy traditional dining rooms.
Savills
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Founded in the UK in 1855, Savills is one of the world’s leading property agents. Their wide-ranging specialist and local knowledge provides best-in-class advice.
Stagecoach
You probably know us as the local bus company in your area but, fun fact, we’re one of the largest bus operators in the UK.
You probably know us as the local bus company in your area but, fun fact, we’re one of the largest bus operators in the UK.
Mulberry Inn
Traditional & celebrated Surrey country pub, with a mix of creativity, authenticity and a touch of eccentricity!
Traditional & celebrated Surrey country pub, with a mix of creativity, authenticity and a touch of eccentricity!
Curchods
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T P Chimney Sweeps has been providing chimney sweep services in Surrey, Sussex and Hampshire since 1993.
T P Chimney Sweeps has been providing chimney sweep services in Surrey, Sussex and Hampshire since 1993.
The Crown Inn
The Crown Inn for fine food, beers, wine and rooms.
The Crown Inn for fine food, beers, wine and rooms.
Witley Station Garage
If you’re looking for a reliable local Car Garage, look no further than Witley Station Garage.
If you’re looking for a reliable local Car Garage, look no further than Witley Station Garage.
DNS Landscapes
For your next landscaping project.
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Regency Lettings and Property Management
Independently owned and managed lettings agency offering a bespoke lettings and property management service.
Independently owned and managed lettings agency offering a bespoke lettings and property management service.
Figura
From our showroom in the heart of Chiddingfold, Figura designs exceptional kitchens, bespoke cabinetry and interiors for homes across Surrey and beyond. We also undertake complete home refurbishments, bringing together design, craftsmanship and project management from start to finish.
From our showroom in the heart of Chiddingfold, Figura designs exceptional kitchens, bespoke cabinetry and interiors for homes across Surrey and beyond. We also undertake complete home refurbishments, bringing together design, craftsmanship and project management from start to finish.
Blue SkyTree
Jallan Draper is a local tree care professional providing services including corrective surgery, felling and trimming.
Jallan Draper is a local tree care professional providing services including corrective surgery, felling and trimming.