Families enjoy a sparkling night at Cosham fireworks display

THE soggy field underfoot and dark clouds overhead didn't dampen Portsmouth's spirits last night, as Cosham's fireworks display lit up the night sky.
The large crowd watching the fireworks at King George V playing fields, CoshamThe large crowd watching the fireworks at King George V playing fields, Cosham
The large crowd watching the fireworks at King George V playing fields, Cosham

King George V Playing Fields in Cosham played host to the annual free fireworks display, which saw hundreds of people flock to the performance. 

Fairground rides, stalls and food and drinks kept visitors entertained until the fireworks rocketed into the air, to thunderous applause.

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Fireworks danced upwards, filling the sky with blazing reds, greens and Pompey blue

The large crowd watching the fireworks at King George V playing fields, CoshamThe large crowd watching the fireworks at King George V playing fields, Cosham
The large crowd watching the fireworks at King George V playing fields, Cosham

Steve Watt, 60 from Portsmouth, went along with his 12-year-old granddaughter, Lexi Bunsor. 

Steve said: 'We have only come once before, but it was a really long time ago

'I love Bonfire Night and have loved it ever since I was a kid. It's a great thing to do together and nice spend quality time with Lexi. 

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'It has brought everyone together and that's really good to see.'

Friends and family waiting for the bonfire to be litFriends and family waiting for the bonfire to be lit
Friends and family waiting for the bonfire to be lit

Ella Nelson, 21 from Waterlooville, said: 'I've come with my nine-month-old baby Ralphie - it's the first time he's seen fireworks and I think he's really enjoyed it.

'There's a big group of us here and we've all had a really great time.'

Alfie Clarke, 25 from Cosham, saw the fireworks with family and friends. 

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He added: 'It's been really good - so much better than years I have been before.

Sophia 5, Cristina Matty , Isabella 8 and Steve Matty enjoying the fireworksSophia 5, Cristina Matty , Isabella 8 and Steve Matty enjoying the fireworks
Sophia 5, Cristina Matty , Isabella 8 and Steve Matty enjoying the fireworks

'We'll definitely be back next year.'

The deputy Lord Mayor of Portsmouth, Cllr David Fuller, who officially launched the fireworks display, has thanked residents for their support of the event.

He said: 'People are saying that it was even better than last year and it's great that a free event like this has allowed Portsmouth to show its true colours.

'It's been a great time for everyone and I can't thank people enough for supporting this event so brilliantly.