Major bonfire & fireworks display in Scotland axed after 30 years
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A POPULAR Scottish bonfire and fireworks display has been axed.
The community event has been a November tradition for the past three decades.
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Kirkwall Bonfire display has been axed after running for three decades
Credit: Orkney Islands Council
But the organisers of Kirkwall Bonfire in Orkney have pulled the plug.
The decision was made after concerns were raised over its impact on local wildlife.
Organisers called off the popular display at a community council meeting last night, as reported by BBC Scotland.
The event, hosted by Orkney Rotary Club, has been held over the past 30 years.
The bonfire and fireworks display usually took place at the Peedie Sea on the outskirts of Kirkwall, Orkney's main settlement.
The marshy area is home to a variety of bird species, including ducks and swans, and is a popular spot for birdwatching.
Concerns had been raised over the impact of noise from fireworks on swans
Orkney Rotary Club withdrew from hosting the annual event in March and Kirkwall and St Ola community council couldn't find a new location or host.
Last year's bonfire and fireworks were scaled down amid concerns.
It is understood that campaigners have criticised the location of the event due to the prevalence of birdlife in the area.
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But the display could be held again in the future if another venue is found.
Earlier this year, North Lanarkshire Council announced it would be cancelling its annual Strathclyde Park display, near Glasgow.
The local authority said "major ongoing construction work" led to the decision in a post on social media .
The event is currently not scheduled to take place in 2026 either.
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