Fantastic Fireworks

Fantastic flames: Broadchurch says goodbye!

ff-admin — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 16:15:07 +0000

It was the most talked about television mystery since ‘Who shot JR’ in Dallas. But there was no mystery about the flaming torches carried by villagers as they assembled to say their final farewell to Danny. They were supplied by Fantastic Fireworks! When the production company working on the ITV series bought them last year we (along with almost everyone else) had no idea the drama would prove to be one of television’s most-watched. The hand-held torches are one of the best-selling items in our online catalogue www.buyfantasticfireworks.co.uk For enthusiasts who enjoy the thrill of lighting their own fireworks our new 2013 DIY range has every firework effect you could dream of, from our 4000-shot screamer barrage Neighbour from Hell to a firework that’s as big as a fridge! Bang-in-a-Box is the biggest DIY firework available and lasts nearly 3 minutes as it launches wave after wave of colourful starbursts, building to a noisy crescendo. So while you wait for the next series of Broadchurch why not check out www.buyfantasticfireworks.co.uk and celebrate with another thriller!

Come on feel the noise!

ff-admin — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 21:49:44 +0000

If you thought that fireworks displays were something that happened only at night, have a look at this video. Daytime fireworks (aka daylight fireworks) have been around for many years and as the leading UK and London firework company Fantastic Fireworks was one of the first firework organisers to promote them in the UK. But it’s in Spain that daytime fireworks are as big an attraction as their night time counterpart. Every March tens of thousands of fireworks enthusiasts descend on the city of Valencia for the annual fire festival Las Fallas. For five consecutive days every lunchtime the city centre is packed for an ear-splitting storm of firecrackers known as mascletá. These little demons are hung from ropes, their pretty paper wrappers looking for all the world like a line of colourful washing until they explode with deafening ferocity. The Spanish have turned noise into an art-form and this video of one of last month’s shows is a perfect example. Our own intrepid pyrotechnicians were given the privilege of a ringside position and haven’t stopped talking about it ever since. Daylight fireworks come in all varieties, from the noise of mascletá to amazing displays of coloured smoke and parades of whistling parachutes. The good news is that they are all available here in the UK. Call us now on 0845 272 3550 or email info@fantasticfireworks.co.uk.

Fire ship gives the festival that extra sparkle

ff-admin — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 20:00:45 +0000

Sometimes our clients want that something extra. This was the case when we were asked to come up with some ideas to celebrate the climax of York’s annual Jorvik Viking Festival last month. As the premier UK and London fireworks display company we pride ourselves on problem-solving. The ‘problem’ in this case was a 10-centuries old, listed building in central York surrounded by a car park, museum, roads, shops and houses. How could we stage a safe but exciting spectacle to be enjoyed by thousands in such a confined space? The Festival storyboard included a mock battle between Viking invaders and the city’s Anglo-Saxon inhabitants, the death of the Viking leader and his ceremonial burial. First of all we proposed creating a replica Viking longboat using fire-rope. This consists of setting fire to paraffin-impregnated rope in the outline of the boat attached to a scaffold rig. Using our own team of technicians we designed the ship from a drawing, created a steel frame for mounting it on and transported this and the rope, soaked in paraffin and safely stored in large plastic bins, to the site. Here the steel frame was erected and the rope uncoiled and attached to it using specially positioned markers to create the shape. Opposite the longboat across the courtyard stood historic Clifford’s Tower, dating back to Norman times and a city landmark. This was to be the focal point of the burial. Here we brought in lighting projectors, flame effects and fireworks. Not any fireworks but fireworks especially selected for their safety qualities. With the audience surrounding the tower there was no sterile zone in which firework debris could fall safely. So there could be no firework debris. What went up mustn’t come down. After a bloody battle set to an epic soundtrack the victorious English archers raised their bows and a volley of flaming arrows struck the longboat. To applause from the audience the ship burst into flames revealing its fiery outline.

With the Viking chieftain killed in battle it was time for his burial. As his funeral procession reached the steps up to the Tower it was bathed in the swirling blues and greens of our lightng effects while all around the Tower giant flames erupted. At the moment of his departure to Valhalla fireworks exploded from the top of the tower in thrilling waves of reds and silvers. At ground level the pyrotechnic wizardry continued with lifts of golden rain and silver fountains until the show reached its spectacular climax. You can watch the highlights of the Jorvik Viking Festival fireworks by clicking on the link.

‘We were not at all sure you could make this work,’ the organisers told us afterwards, ‘but you pulled off the best show the Festival has ever seen. Congratulations. We will definitely be seeing you again next year.’

Howzat for a fantastic farewell!

ff-admin — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 14:46:44 +0000

When cricket lover Peter Murray passed way recently it was only fitting that his wake should be held at the club he supported for many years. Peter was also a big fireworks fan and a longtime supporter of Fantastic Fireworks. He gave both his daughters firework displays for their weddings and used the leading UK firework display organiser for many other parties as well. So when it came to organising a final farewell his daughter Rebecca Murray, who is a top London barrister, invited us to be there too.

We suggested a display set to Handel’s Zadok the Priest, a beautiful, joyful and above all, emotional piece of music which seemed to be just right for the occasion. The venue was Neston Cricket Club on the Wirral where Peter, himself once a keen player, was a member and benefactor.

‘The fireworks were utterly superb and totally perfect for the occasion,’ Rebecca told us. ‘There were flood of tears all round as they were so “dad” and we could all picture him looking down on them saying “wow”. I’m welling up just thinking about them again 2 weeks later!

‘Dad didn’t use anyone else but Fantastic Fireworks for all his parties, big or small. Aside from his 60th at the cricket club, there was my sister’s wedding and engagement and my wedding. I also told a story at the wake about him buying 4 rockets for a party at my aunt’s house, 1 for each if his children for our dreams to come true. Dad was an immensely generous and giving man so we asked everyone to join us for the fireworks in wishing him a heavenly afterlife in which he gets back the boundless love he gave out.

‘So all in all they were a wonderful wish for dad and a fantastic tribute to all the parties he had. The music was perfect too.

‘Thank you so much for (yet another!) magnificent job.’

This show is Dynamite!

ff-admin — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 22:00:44 +0000

For artistic excellence this fireworks flypast takes some beating. Created for noise-sensitive venues by our designer Rino Sampieri, it is brilliantly choreographed to Taio Cruz’s Dynamite with amazing results. It looks fantastic but for all the beauty of the fireworks against the stark snowy backdrop, the sound rarely gets above a few crackles and pops. For more information on our Quiet Collection firework displays email info@fantasticfireworks.co.uk or call 0845 272 3550.

Introducing Lumina the Laser Violinist

ff-admin — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 21:37:29 +0000

Combining lasers, fireworks and a sky-piercing green bow, Lumina is the most original and exciting act you will see all year. Watch the highlights here. For more info email info@fantasticfireworks.co.uk or call 0845 272 3550.

Introducing Sci-Fireworks, a major new show for 2013

ff-admin — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 20:58:02 +0000

Sci-Fireworks is our exciting new fireworks display for 2013. Combining the best of tv and film science fiction music with amazing firework effects Sci-Fireworks is set to become a big hit with Bonfire Night organisers looking for a crowd-pulling theme. Watch the highlights here. For more info email info@fantasticfireworks.co.uk or call 0845 272 3550.

Three firework displays you simply must see!

ff-admin — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 23:21:19 +0000

Three stunning new firework displays rocked in our 2013 season in the snow white, glow white winter landscape of Brocket Hall in Hertfordshire. As the leading UK and London fireworks company Fantastic Fireworks is proud to lead the way in pyrotechnic innovation. Top of the bill was a brand new and brilliant act starring Lumina, the Laser Violinist. Combining lasers, fireworks and a sky-piercing green bow, Lumina is the most original and exciting act you will see all year. Watch the highlights of her Electric Classics show superbly designed for fireworks by our own Hayley Maddin.

Next up on our triple bill of firework thrillers was our new theme show specially designed for organisers of Bonfire Night displays by our Displays Director Steve Boothman. For Sci-Fireworks Steve has taken the best of tv and film sci-fi title tunes and used amazing special effects and fireworks to turn them into a must-see outdoor spectacle. Sequences include Jeff Wayne’s latest recording of the War of the Worlds, the X-Files and Dr Who. Watch the highlights of Sci-Fireworks here.

For artistic excellence our third fireworks show takes some beating. Created for noise-sensitive venues by our designer Rino Sampieri, this display is brilliantly choreographed to Taio Cruz’s Dynamite with amazing results. It looks fantastic but for all the beauty of the fireworks against the stark snowy backdrop, the sound rarely gets above a few crackles and pops. Watch the highlights here.

All three displays are available for you to book for your event. For further information email info@fantasticfireworks.co.uk or call 0845 272 3550.

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Our latest display

ff-admin — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 16:47:14 +0000

Highlights of the Pyro Playlist, our rocking fireworks and music spectacular for Drayton Manor Park in November 2012.

Coming soon…fantastic new firework shows for 2013

JonC — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 22:47:59 +0000

When Freddie Mercury wrote Killer Queen back in 1974 he could have been describing a brilliant new act nearly 40 years in the future. Lumina, The Laser Violinist, is dynamite with a laser beam, guaranteed to blow your mind! Armed with an electric violin and firing laser beams in all directions, Lumina sprang to prominence at this year’s Henley Festival and has since been appearing all over the world. As the leading UK and London fireworks company we are thrilled to be teaming up with her in 2013 to create an unforgettable experience of fireworks, lasers and amazing music. Lumina will spearhead our fantastic new fireworks show Electric Classics, up to 25 minutes of pulsating pyrotechnics choreographed to a playlist of music’s greatest hits. Everything from Bach to the Beatles is included in what will be the ‘must have’ show of 2013. To see Lumina in action, click on the link.

Hot on the heels of our sky-busting 2012 show The Pyro Playlist (click for a clip) we are launching another brilliant new show for 2013. Sci-Fireworks is our music and fireworks thriller themed around the best sci-fi tv and movie themes like the X-Files, War of the Worlds, Avatar, ET, Star Wars and Dr Who. We are planning to bring in some fantastic new effects to accompany this show, including the X-firework, the Avatar and the Death Star. To book one of these shows or to find out more, please contact our display team on 0845 272 3550 or email info@fantasticfireworks.co.uk

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