Safety & UK law
Please read before buying or using fireworks.
18+ and Challenge 25
It is illegal to sell adult fireworks to anyone under 18, or for under 18s to possess them in a public place. Firework Frenzy operates Challenge 25 — anyone who looks under 25 must show valid photo ID at collection or delivery. We may refuse any sale.
Curfew
Fireworks must not be set off between 11pm and 7am, except on Bonfire Night (until midnight) and on New Year's Eve, Diwali and Chinese New Year (until 1am).
Categories
Consumer fireworks are sold as Category F1, F2 or F3. Each product lists its category and minimum safety distance — always follow the instructions on the item.
Buying for someone else
It is an offence to buy fireworks on behalf of someone under 18. Please be considerate of neighbours, pets and livestock.
The Firework Code
- 1Plan your display and keep fireworks in a closed box.
- 2Follow the instructions on each firework, using a torch if needed.
- 3Light at arm's length using a taper and stand well back.
- 4Never go back to a firework once it has been lit.
- 5Never put fireworks in your pocket or throw them.
- 6Direct rockets and aerials away from spectators.
- 7Never use paraffin or petrol on a bonfire.
- 8Make sure the fire is out and surroundings are safe before leaving.
- 9Keep pets indoors.
- 10Never give sparklers to under 5s; wear gloves and keep a bucket of water nearby.