Bonfire & Fireworks Night

One of Leicestershire’s most exciting and magical events of the year.

Join us for an unforgettable Bonfire Night at Great Central Railway! Our Bonfire Night & Fireworks at Quorn & Woodhouse Station is one of Leicestershire’s most exciting and magical events of the year. With a giant bonfire, spectacular fireworks, fun rides for the children, and plenty of delicious refreshments, it’s an evening for the whole family to enjoy.

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What to Expect

Bonfire Lighting: 7:30 PM

Kick off the evening with the lighting of our giant bonfire. Feel the glow, enjoy the crackle, and soak up the atmosphere of this much-loved Bonfire Night tradition.

Fireworks Display: 8:00 PM

Get ready for a spectacular fireworks show! The sky will come alive with colour, sparkle and sound for a display you won’t forget.

Children’s Rides & Entertainment

Keep the kids smiling with plenty of rides and stalls in Quorn Station Yard – fun for all ages.

Food Stalls

Tuck into classic Bonfire Night bites – from burgers and hot dogs to sweet treats – there’ll be plenty to keep everyone going.

Tin Shed Bar

Head to our Tin Shed Bar for a good selection of drinks, including a range of real ale, ciders, lager and soft drinks.

Train Travel

Why not make your evening even more special? Travel in heritage style from Loughborough, Rothley, or Leicester North stations and arrive at Quorn & Woodhouse Station in time for the festivities. A magical train ride at night combined with our fantastic firework display – it’s an experience not to be missed!

Additional Information

Important Safety Information

After parking your vehicle, you must leave the car park field.

Bring a Torch – Ensure you have a torch for better visibility during the event.

Uneven Surfaces – Be mindful of the uneven surfaces in both the car park field and Quorn Station Yard.

Parking Limitations:

  • Leicester North & Rothley: Parking is VERY LIMITED at these stations.
  • Quorn Station Disabled Parking: Limited spaces are available and MUST be booked online when purchasing your tickets.

Crowded Trains After the Event – The first trains departing Quorn after the event are expected to be VERY busy. Please be prepared to catch a later train.

Prohibited Items – For safety reasons, no sparklers or fireworks may be carried on our trains or brought into the venue

General Information

ADVANCED BOOKING ONLY: All tickets must be purchased in advance. No tickets will be available on the night.

FOGCML Admission Suspended: Reduced admission for Friends of Great Central Main Line (FOGCML) members is suspended for this event.

Wheelchair Accommodation

Limited wheelchair accommodation is available on the following services –

  • Departing from Loughborough
    • 18:00, 19:00
  • Departing from Leicester North
    • 18:15,18:50
  • Departing from Rothley
    • 18:27, 19:05 
  • Departing from Quorn to Leicester North & Rothley
    • 21:00, 21:30
  • Departing from Quorn to Loughborough
    • 20:50, 22:00, 22:30 

Bonfire & Fireworks Night

GCR Reviews

Loughborough Central

Quorn & Woodhouse

Rothley Station

Leicester North