Salisbury's main firework display cancelled
The event was due to take place at Salisbury Racecourse on Saturday
Last updated 3rd Nov 2022
The wet weather has put a dampner on Salisbury's firework display, it's had to be cancelled for safety reasons.
The Rotary Club was due to hold the event at the city's Racecourse on Saturday (5th November) but the site has been left waterlogged due to heavy rain.
Officials at the Netherhampton track say it's not safe for the crowd.
A statement from the racecourse said it couldn't be avoided:
“Unfortunately we have had to cancel our fireworks event. The grassed car parks and the lawns are absolutely waterlogged and would result in safety and welfare issues for the over 3,000 crowd that was expected. It was discussed at great length by the Event Planning Team on Thursday morning, and it was agreed that despite the disappointment of having to cancel, the conditions would have very likely resulted in a poor experience for everyone, and that is something absolutely to be avoided.
The wet condition of the car parks in particular was of great concern, with just about everyone expected to be come by car.
All tickets purchased so far will be fully refunded within the next 48 hours”.