Sussex News - Heathfield & District - 16 October 2026

Heathfield and District Bonfire Society says that it hosted what it believes to be the biggest event the town has seen on Saturday, October 10th.

The Society said it welcomed 29 visiting societies to the streets of Heathfield for a spectacular evening of bonfire celebrations.

It said around 1,000 people took part in the procession, in a fantastic display of community spirit, tradition and togetherness.

A spokesperson for the Society said, Every year the TAB team continues to impress.

and this year was no exception.

Its spectacular effigy of former Prince Andrew was a real talking point, showcasing the creativity and craftsmanship that goes into producing such a centrepiece.

The team continues to raise the bar year after year, with the Society expressing its pride in the hard work and dedication involved.

The spokesperson said this year also marked a particularly special moment with the unveiling of a brand new cenotaph.

Taking centre stage in the remembrance display alongside the poppies, it provided a meaningful focal point within the evening celebrations.

Commemorating the day Sussex died offered an opportunity to reflect, remember and pay respects.

honouring the lives affected and ensuring that the significance of the day and the memories it holds are never forgotten.

The Society said that bringing people together and creating lasting memories is at the heart of what it does.

The spokesperson said, The support and enjoyment shown by the community makes all the hard work worthwhile and highlights the importance of preserving bonfire traditions.

The Society has thanked all the societies, volunteers, businesses and everyone who joined the celebrations and said it looks forward to celebrating its traditions, honouring its history and bringing the community together for many years to come.

Heathfield and District Bonfire Society says that it hosted what it believes to be the biggest event the town has seen on Saturday, October 10th.

The Society said it welcomed 29 visiting societies to the streets of Heathfield for a spectacular evening of bonfire celebrations.

It said around 1,000 people took part in the procession, in a fantastic display of community spirit, tradition and togetherness.

A spokesperson for the Society said, Every year the TAB team continues to impress.

and this year was no exception.

Its spectacular effigy of former Prince Andrew was a real talking point, showcasing the creativity and craftsmanship that goes into producing such a centrepiece.

The team continues to raise the bar year after year, with the Society expressing its pride in the hard work and dedication involved.

The spokesperson said this year also marked a particularly special moment with the unveiling of a brand new cenotaph.

Taking centre stage in the remembrance display alongside the poppies, it provided a meaningful focal point within the evening celebrations.

Commemorating the day Sussex died offered an opportunity to reflect, remember and pay respects.

honouring the lives affected and ensuring that the significance of the day and the memories it holds are never forgotten.

The Society said that bringing people together and creating lasting memories is at the heart of what it does.

The spokesperson said, The support and enjoyment shown by the community makes all the hard work worthwhile and highlights the importance of preserving bonfire traditions.

The Society has thanked all the societies, volunteers, businesses and everyone who joined the celebrations and said it looks forward to celebrating its traditions, honouring its history and bringing the community together for many years to come.