‘Please don't travel to Lewes bonfire night’: Council issues plea to visitors

This year’s event will take place on Saturday, November 4, and measures, including road closures, parking restrictions and changes to public transport services, will be in place to manage the number of people attending and help the event pass safely, Lewes District Council has confirmed.

A council spokesperson said: “With this year’s event falling on a Saturday, there remains serious concern about overcrowding in the narrow streets of Lewes.

“Emergency services, local authorities and transport operators have been planning for the celebrations for many months. Their message is clear, please do not travel to Lewes Bonfire.”