One of the big advantages of fireworks is the wide range of different types of firework there are. This means if you live in a busy area, you can still have a display using low noise fireworks, or if you have a small garden you can use smaller fireworks depending on the area you have for firing.
Outside of needing to use different types of fireworks for practical reasons, it’s always fun to have a wide range of fireworks to fire during a display.
If you’re attending a fireworks display yourself, it’s always fun spotting the different types of fireworks, whether you’re a fireworks fan yourself or just enjoy explaining what each thing is to the kids.
Here are the most common types of fireworks, how they work and some videos of our favourite products in each category.
Rockets
Rockets are cylindrical fireworks that launch into the sky before bursting into colourful displays. They typically have a long stick attached to stabilise their flight and are known for their loud whistling noise as they ascend.
Below are our best selling rocket fireworks:
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Insanity (6 Rockets) by Celtic Fireworks
£13.49Original price was: £13.49.£8.99Current price is: £8.99. Watch Video Add to Cart -
Rapid Fire Rockets ( Pack of 4) by Standard Fireworks
£7.99Original price was: £7.99.£3.99Current price is: £3.99. Watch Video Add to Cart -
Gigant Salute Rockets (4) By Funke Fireworks
£24.99Original price was: £24.99.£14.99Current price is: £14.99. Watch Video Add to Cart -
Flashbolt (10 Rockets) by Standard Fireworks
£17.99Original price was: £17.99.£10.99Current price is: £10.99. Add to Cart
Fountains
Fountains are ground-based fireworks that emit showers of sparks and coloured flames. They’re characterised by a steady spray of effects and can vary in height and duration, creating a mesmerising visual display.
Below are our best selling fountain fireworks:
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Traffic Cones / Lights by Standard Fireworks
£6.99Original price was: £6.99.£3.99Current price is: £3.99. Watch Video Add to Cart -
Moonshiners by Lesli Fireworks
£3.99Original price was: £3.99.£1.99Current price is: £1.99. Watch Video Add to Cart -
Noiz Barrel by Lesli Fireworks
£9.99Original price was: £9.99.£4.99Current price is: £4.99. Watch Video Add to Cart -
Luna Fountain by Jorge
£14.99Original price was: £14.99.£7.49Current price is: £7.49. Watch Video Add to Cart
Mines
Mines are fireworks that explode close to the ground, sending up a sudden burst of stars and effects. They are usually used to create dramatic beginnings or endings to firework displays.
Below are our best selling mines fireworks:
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Stardust by Black Cat Fireworks
£14.99Original price was: £14.99.£8.99Current price is: £8.99. Watch Video Add to Cart -
Angel Dust XL by Brothers Pyrotechnics
£21.99Original price was: £21.99.£13.99Current price is: £13.99. Watch Video Add to Cart -
Dhalia Dump by Celtic Fireworks
£31.99Original price was: £31.99.£21.99Current price is: £21.99. Watch Video Add to Cart -
Havoc Mine by Zeus Fireworks
£19.99Original price was: £19.99.£18.49Current price is: £18.49. Watch Video Add to Cart
Roman Candles
Roman candles are long tubes that shoot out multiple colourful stars and fireballs. They are handheld fireworks and are fired one shot at a time, often in rapid succession.
Below are our best selling roman candles fireworks:
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Sputniks Shot Tubes ( Pack of 4 ) by Lesli Fireworks
£12.99Original price was: £12.99.£8.99Current price is: £8.99. Watch Video Add to Cart -
Mixed Effect 20 Shot Roman Candles x 6 by Klasek
£14.99Original price was: £14.99.£9.99Current price is: £9.99. Add to Cart
Cakes & Barrages
Cakes (or barrages) are multiple-tube fireworks fused together in a single unit. When ignited, they produce a series of aerial effects such as starbursts, comets, and whistles in a rapid sequence, creating a continuous and varied display.
Below are our best selling cakes and barrages fireworks:
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Pyranha Attack by Lesli Fireworks
£9.99Original price was: £9.99.£4.99Current price is: £4.99. Watch Video Add to Cart -
Yin Yang (M32) by Jorge
£9.99Original price was: £9.99.£6.99Current price is: £6.99. Watch Video Add to Cart -
Mini Pearl Cake by Standard Fireworks
£9.99Original price was: £9.99.£5.99Current price is: £5.99. Add to Cart -
Dance Crew by #Watt Fireworks
£13.99Original price was: £13.99.£7.99Current price is: £7.99. Watch Video Add to Cart
Catherine Wheels
Catherine wheels are large, rotating fireworks that are attached to a pole or a structure. When lit, they spin rapidly, emitting sparks and colours in a circular pattern.
Below are our best selling catherine wheels fireworks:
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Super Spinners By Celtic Fireworks
£7.49Original price was: £7.49.£4.99Current price is: £4.99. Watch Video Add to Cart -
Whizz Wheel By Standard Fireworks
£9.99Original price was: £9.99.£5.99Current price is: £5.99. Watch Video Add to Cart -
Colour Spinner Wheel by Kimbolton Fireworks
£26.99Original price was: £26.99.£18.99Current price is: £18.99. Watch Video Add to Cart -
Do The Twist by Celtic Fireworks
£24.99Original price was: £24.99.£18.99Current price is: £18.99. Watch Video Add to Cart
Sparklers
Sparklers are handheld fireworks that produce a shower of sparks when lit. They are often used at celebrations and events, especially by children, and can be waved around to create patterns of light.
Below are our best selling sparklers fireworks:
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Neon Sparklers (28cm) by Klasek
£6.99Original price was: £6.99.£3.99Current price is: £3.99. Watch Video Add to Cart -
10 Packs (50) Giant Legacy Gold Sparklers 16″ By Standard Fireworks
£19.90Original price was: £19.90.£11.99Current price is: £11.99. Add to Cart -
10 Packs (50) Legacy Gold Sparklers 10″ By Standard Fireworks
£14.90Original price was: £14.90.£8.99Current price is: £8.99. Add to Cart -
5 Packs (20) Spellcasters Handheld Fountains By Standard Fireworks
£24.95Original price was: £24.95.£17.45Current price is: £17.45. Add to Cart
Smoke Grenades
Smoke grenades are non-explosive fireworks that emit coloured smoke when ignited. They are commonly used for visual effects in daytime displays, photography, and tactical signalling.
Below are our best selling smoek grenade fireworks:
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EG25 Micro Smoke Red – By Enola Gaye
£6.99Original price was: £6.99.£4.99Current price is: £4.99. Watch Video Add to Cart -
WP40 Blue Smoke – By Enola Gaye
£10.99Original price was: £10.99.£7.99Current price is: £7.99. Watch Video Add to Cart -
Twin Vent White Smoke By Enola Gaye
£10.99Original price was: £10.99.£7.99Current price is: £7.99. Watch Video Add to Cart -
RDP Yellow Smoke Torches (5 Pack) by Klasek
£49.99Original price was: £49.99.£14.99Current price is: £14.99. Add to Cart