Monster Fireworks – Blog

This product by Fireworks International has been around for a number of years but grows in popularity year on year. Our sales have increased every year we’ve stocked this best seller. It is ideal for displays of any size as you can put several together to get an even more spectacular effect. It is the only product on the market that gets 25 rockets off into the air at the same time – wow! Even with rocket racks  you would be hard pressed to get anything like that number off the ground at the same time!! It is a truly unique product an there isn’t anything like it by any other manufacturers on the market. Check out our video and buy fireworks online

There are lots of tips, guidelines, and rules for using fireworks safely. One of the ones we hold with highest regard is simply to use a Portfires or Weather proof lighter whenever you light a firework. This reduces the risk of you:  lighting the wrong part; moving your head and body over the top of the firework; and generally fathing around with it. Portfires and weather proof lighters have a solid stable flame no matter rain nor wind. They can make it much easier to position next to the fuse and ignite the buy fireworks. Both these make great sense in typical British weather conditions and especially when you have to get a lot off the ground in a short space of time.

As part of Blackpool’s World famous Illumination season firework companies from around the world have been invited to compete against each other in a Pyrotechnic shoot out. There have already been a number of heats with amazing displays from France, Ireland, and China. Not only do they get to show off their techno wizardry but each displays must contain a theme which connects their country of origin. Last night was the turn of the Austrian display team Lukasser Design Fireworks International. Check out the movie of this truly awesome display however, we were slightly disappointed in that the team did not turnup in full traditional outfits or Lederhosen and Bruno was not there as a surprise quest. Next weekend October the 2nd is the Final starring the British Entry and we are very much looking forward to what creative delight the British Team have come up with. May be a new exploding pork pie effect? If you have any suggestions let us know…

Diwali or the festival of lights changes every year depending on the moon. This year its the 17^th of October just before Halloween and Bonfire.  Traditionally light diyas made from cotton string wicks inserted in small clay pots filled with oil. Fireworks are a great alternative popular and we have some  great suggestions you may like to try.  You can always call us if you have something in mind you want to create. It doesn’t necessarily need to be expensive if you choose the right stuff. Bengal illuminations are just one example of this and can create colorful dramatic effect for any event. Essentially they are coloured smoke effects that last for a couple of minutes. They come in variety of colour’s but you will need plenty of room. Sparkling Rainbow mines from are very popular as they produce a pillar of colour with an exciting burst at the end. You also get 5 in pack for £10 its good value

Sparklers are a staple favourite for Bonfire and all other occasions. They look great on a birthday cake and used on bonfire. We stock outdoor and indoor sparklers in various colours but we find the most popular are gold sparklers. They come in all shapes and sizes and you can now buy they in numbers  – perfect for birthday cakes! Sometimes for Halloween you will even seen them stuffed inside the perennial pumkin head. For safety reasons, we find that the shorter sparklers are safer for little ones as they don’t get bored and start playing with them! Always use with a gloved hand though as they get rather hot and remember to supervise little ones as most injuries caused buy fireworks and actually caused by sparklers. Glow stix are a safer option for younger children.

Crackling fountain but it’s the closest you will get to an authentic Chinese Crackers. They are sure to be a big hit this year with pricing around £8 – £10. There are a couple of different types on the market however, we have not actually seen them yet. There are smaller and larger versions ranging from 1000 crackle, 3000 crackle, and 5000 crackle from Royal Party. You can buy fireworks at Monster we will defiantly be stocking them at the shop this year but only if they arrive in time for this year’s Bonfire season. The 5000 version looks like it’s going to be the best. We will just have to wait and see.

This year with Halloween landing on the weekend before Bonfire why not try a “bonfireeen” party. Yes, what a novel idea Bonfire meets Halloween. Why not invite everyone to wear their favourite Halloween costume? Our favourites are Hermen monster and Morticia. For fireworks our favourites are Kimbolton Witches Cauldron  and Fireworks International Spooky Mix and Skeleton Fanfare. Halloween and fireworks are increasingly popular as they add an exciting new dimension to Halloween which has traditionally been an American concept. Adding the traditional guy fawkes to the mix certainly adds some extra sparkle! Make sure you wear a hard hat and not a witches hat and leave the fake witches fingers at home.  You can buy fireworks online as it comes in our Jubilee pack (mixed Packs) and you can see the movie there.

This years event will be held in the north of England in Southport. Southport is a great holiday place right on the coast to the north of Liverpool. Tickets are on sale for the event and you can buy tickets to see the fireworks online and you can find out more information by visiting
The event will take place using the Marine Lake and Marine Way Bridge as the backdrop and will be fantastic with a range of music genres. Taking place over three consecutive nights Friday 11- Sunday 13 October and with seven competitors this will be one loud and colourful competition not to be missed!