Sussex Cricket annual Fireworks Night event cancelled for 2020

Sussex Cricket have taken the decision to cancel this years Sussex Cricket Fireworks Night, that lights up the skies each year.

Although it wasn’t an easy decision to make, the club feels it is the right thing to do in the current climate, despite being an outdoor venue, for the health and safety of all parties involved.

Last year’s spectacular event took place on Tuesday 5th November and saw over 7,000 people attend with record advance sales, meaning that gate tickets sold out around ten minutes before the fuses were lit.

With music and entertainment, the evening is one of the biggest, most spectacular displays for miles around and supports local charities, last year’s recipients were Martlets Hospice and Sussex Cricket Foundation.

Commercial Director, Mark Judges expressed his disappointment by saying: “It’s such a shame that we have had to take this decision. But due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic the safety of our community is of utmost priority.

“Our annual Fireworks Night at The 1st Central County Ground is a great community event and one which will be missed.

“We look forward to welcoming everyone back to the ground in 2021 when we hope to put on a performance that is bigger and better than ever and welcome another full house to the ground”.