4 October 2013
PRESS RELEASE
Museum turns up the Heat on Bonfire Night
Tuesday 5 November, 2013
6.30pm – 10.00pm
Sparks will fly at Black Country Living Museum when Bonfire night gets underway on Tuesday 5 November 2013. Visitors can turn up the heat as they enjoy the region's most talked about traditional celebration.
The family orientated evening celebrates Bonfire Night withtraditional entertainmentand the added safety of no fireworks. A fanfare of barrel organs, showman's organs and a brass band play a medley of popular sing-a-long tunes. A roaring bonfire, a Guy Fawkes dummy and firejuggling create an unbeatable Bonfire Night atmosphere.
Gastronauts can enjoy a feast of Black Country fayre and tuck into a selection of tastes from the past. The delicious aroma of chestnuts roasting over an open fire, the mouthwatering taste of fish and chips cooked on an authentic 1930's range and a tipple or two in the Museum's Bottle and Glass Inn are all sure to add a touch of warmth to a winter's night.
Claire Byers, Director of Communications and Marketing said: “The Museum’s Bonfire Night will bring back memories for the older generation and is ideal for families with young children and those who are looking for a less explosivebut no less atmospheric event.”
Tickets for Bonfire Night cost £15.50 for adults, £12.40 for seniors and £8.25 for young people. Availability is limited and tickets must be pre-booked on 0121 520 8054 or via the Museum’s website at Additional charges apply for fairground rides and car-parking.Please contact the Museum's Booking Office on 0121 520 8054 or book online at for a 10% discount.
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Image Caption: It’s a fair cop at the Black CountryLivingMuseum’s Bonfire Night event.
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About the Museum
Established in 1978, Black CountryLivingMuseum is one of the UK’s leading open-air museums. Designated by Arts Council England for the quality and national significance of its collections, it is a remarkable place to explore, enjoy and spend time. Set in 26 acres with over 150 historic buildings and features, and attracting c250,000 visitors each year and almost 8m people since it first opened, it offers a glimpse into 200 years of history like no other. The Museum (a registered educational charity) records and exemplifies the contribution and impact of the Black Country region since the 18th century to the development of the modern industrialized world. Black Country folk changed the world, and the Museum tells the story of a very special time and place in history and some of the most hard-working, ingenious and influential people you could imagine. It offers a visitor experience that few others can match.
For further information please contact:
Fiona Carding, Public Relations Assistant, Tel: 0121 521 5692 Mobile: 07901 575995