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If you’re in Wakefield and searching for fireworks, you’ve got options. But let’s be honest—there’s only one shop that truly understands what makes a night unforgettable. We’re not just a firework store. We’re The Firework Store. And here’s why Wakefield keeps coming back to us when it’s time to light up the sky.1. We Don’t Just Sell Fireworks. We ..

As the nights get darker and the air gets colder, that can only mean one thing: Bonfire Night is on the horizon. Which also means, here at our place, we’ll be dusting off the shelves, restocking the rockets, and opening our doors late September in preparation for the big night.We get asked quite a bit, “Do you do more online than in the shop?” The ..

Stock Update and Pre-Order Status A little while ago, we announced that we were suspending pre-orders due to uncertainty in the supply chain from China. We now have a much clearer picture of the situation and wanted to share the latest news with you. While we haven’t been impacted as heavily as some in the industry, we have been informed that a sma..

Important Update: Fireworks Pre-Orders Temporarily SuspendedWe want to keep all our customers informed of a significant development that is currently affecting the global fireworks industry.Factory Explosion in China Halts ProductionA major explosion recently occurred at a fireworks manufacturing facility in China. As a result, all fireworks produc..

Well hello again firework fans! Yes it's been a while and we know what you're thinking, "Where have you lot been hiding?" and that's a fair question. While it may appear we have vanished off the face of the earth in a puff of sulphur, the truth is far less mysterious and far more productive. We've been quietly working behind the scenes to bring you..

Thinking of grabbing fireworks from a dodgy van in a car park? Let’s stop right there. Bargain-bin bangers might seem tempting, but they’re often illegal, unsafe, and about as reliable as a soggy sparkler. At The Firework Store, we don’t mess about. We’re fully licensed, fully legit, and fiercely proud to be Wakefield’s go-to for safe, spectacular ..

As we approach the end of September, we're ramping things up here at Fireworks Central.For the past few weeks, we've been sorting our stores out in anticipation of the fireworks deliveries coming in. It's been a cross between Jenga and Tetris, but we are getting there. We have also brought the shop out of hibernation mode and are now starting to op..

Hello all,As we are now only 3 months away from Bonfire Night, I thought we'd update you on how things are going and what's coming.As per usual, the shipping of fireworks is making the headlines again.  Due to ongoing issues in the Red Sea, cargo ships are now making a huge detour. Instead of going through the Suez Canal, they are being forced to g..

We are now into April, and before we go any further where is the sun?Before anyone asks, this blog post is written by a real person, I'm sure AI could do a far better job, but that's impersonal.We have been working really hard behind the scenes for this coming Bonfire Night season. All our orders have been placed and confirmed, so we now play the w..

In February 2024 we celebrate our 20th anniversary of selling fireworks. When we started selling fireworks in 2004  from our small shop on Doncaster Road in Wakefield, we had very little selection, compared to now, but even then we had a passion for fireworks.  In 2005, we expanded our range and added a few more suppliers and we know that we had ..

How time flies, here we are mid-July, and only 4 months to go to Bonfire Night. So I thought I'd drop a quick update on what's been going on and what's coming up. You'll have noticed that we have gone to "By Appointment" visits to the shop at the moment. We are desperately trying to keep our overheads down when it's quiet, allowing us to keep our ..

Fireworks have long captivated audiences with their dazzling displays of colors and patterns, illuminating the night sky and creating a sense of awe and wonder. From ancient China to modern-day celebrations, the history of fireworks is as vibrant as the explosions that light up the sky. Join us on a journey through time as we delve into the captiva..

I've been going through some old videos and found this video.Every year, we go to great lengths with our customers to emphasize safety when using fireworks. I know sometimes we go overboard and you can sometimes see that glazed look in people's eyes. Most of the time though, people listen and are grateful for the advice we give. We always get quest..

On May 6th, we celebrate the coronation of King Charles IIIThis is a time for national celebration and we will be opening the shop to enhance any party plans you may have with a display of noise and colour.We will be getting some new lines in, just in time, to offer a great selection of fireworks to enhance the day.The Shope will open as normal, no..

2022 was a whirlwind of a year, with some highs and quite a few lows for us all.Each year that passes brings a new challenge to us when it comes to selling fireworks. 2020 brought Covid and all the challenges that we all faced.2021 brought stock shortages and huge price increases.2022 brought a stupidly high cost of living crisis.Each year we have ..