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7 Sept 2026

HBS First Out Meeting of 2026

Saturdays will not be the same for a while for those member of HBS and the many Bonfire Societies in and around Sussex. Saturday 5 September saw the first of many bonfire out meetings albeit a slightly different event. UCKFIELD Bonfire Society made the decision to not have the traditional flaming torches or fireworks at their event following the recent government advice. Obviously this was a big change from the norm however it was fantastic to see that those societies who attended did not let this get in the way of having a fantastic evening. Whilst flaming torches were not used many societies had brought along torches which were lit by bulbs and created a fantastic display along the procession. Hailsham were also there with torches in support of the event and even won an award, Best Banner Carrier! Whilst an unusual start to the season a non the less a great evening was had by all.

8 June 2025

October Event Planning

As we come closer to our annual HAILSHAM BONFIRE CELEBRATION on 17 October 2026 we are always looking for additional support, members and sponsorship. If you or anyone you know would like to join our society please take a look at our membership pages which give details of how you can become a member. We are always on the lookout for additional financial support as this event takes a great deal of financial backing but brings so much to the community. Please visit our fundraising pages if you would like to support us.

7 April 2025

Family Flaming Fun Day Planning

Our regular society members spent time at our monthly meeting planning our Flaming Fun Day.
This event will be help on Sunday 29 June on Western Road Recreation ground. This will be a fantastic event with Music, Bar, stalls, displays and much much more. If you have a stall and would like to be part of this day and help us raise the funds needed to hold our annual bonfire event. then let us know. Email our fundraising team with details of your stall and what you have:

Fundraising@hailshambonfire.co.uk

10 January 2025

Annual General Meeting

HBS held their AGM in January and discussed the forthcoming year and vote in our committee. The overall success of the society is built around its members and there is no shortage of support to make the magic happen. We voted in our new committee and captains, some old and some new, and started the planning for 2025.

  • 2025 planning underway!

    With the AGM out the way and a number of changes, the committee are now planning various fundraising events to fund this years celebrations.

    We are pleased to announce following the success of last years Flaming Funday, an even bigger event to take place on the 29th June 2025 at our Firesite on the Western Road recreation ground. Further details will be announced in the next few weeks!

  • Welcome to the 2025 New Committee

    Following a very well-attended AGM last month, HBS is in fine form and looking forward to this year’s various fundraising events in the run-up to HB25. Many thanks to those who have taken on their new roles and also to those that have decided to take a back seat for a well-earned rest!