bonfire
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Fireworks were let off at 22:45 before the bonfire at the Lecky Road was started.
From BBC ● Aug. 16, 2026
On Milner Street in Belfast, firefighters dealt with a garage fire following fire spread from a bonfire.
From BBC ● Jul. 12, 2026
They now plan to hold a one minute silence for Mr Lyttle before the bonfire is lit at 21:00 BST and have asked attendees to join in with the tribute.
From BBC ● Jul. 11, 2026
The bonfire, in Moygashel in County Tyrone, Northern Ireland, has featured other controversial displays in the past.
From BBC ● Jul. 9, 2026
They had built a bonfire to guide me during the night.
From "Black Star, Bright Dawn" by Scott O'Dell
Back home in Iowa, Marcus English said he’d probably be hosting bonfires or hitting up local pools in mid- to late August.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 8, 2026
Branches were draped with colourful ribbons and ritual wreaths, while bonfires blazed high, ready for the military brotherhood to gather around them.
From Barron's ● Sep. 2, 2026
People are advised to take home litter, avoid smoking and using barbecues, and not to light campfires or bonfires.
From BBC ● Aug. 12, 2026
“We’ve been burning our bonfires and our traditions for like forever.”
From Salon ● Aug. 11, 2026
The air was musty with far-off bonfires, sharp with the edge of a twilight chill.
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
