Bonfire Night is nearly upon us, full of excitement, dazzling fireworks and the crisp November night air.

Many of us like to put on our own firework display on November 5 — but do you know the rules surrounding firework use?

There are laws that impose conditions on the purchase, use and manufacturing of fireworks, including when you're allowed to set them off, and where you can buy them from.

You can be fined up to £5,000 and/or imprisoned for up to six months for selling or using fireworks illegally — or receive an on-the-spot fine of £90.

When can I buy fireworks?

The government website states you can only buy fireworks, including sparklers, from registered sellers for private use on October 15-November 10, December 26-December 31, and three days before Diwali and Chinese New Year.

Outside of these dates, you can only buy fireworks from licensed shops, such as Black Cat Fireworks Ltd in Linthwaite.

How old do you have to be to buy fireworks?

You can't buy fireworks if you're under 18 — and it's also illegal to carry fireworks in public if you're under 18.

How do I know they're safe?

Only buy fireworks that comply with British Standard 7114:1988 or its European equivalent (but the instructions should be in English).

Only buy fireworks in full packs — do not buy loose fireworks or packs that have had fireworks taken out of them.

Adult fireworks are category two and three fireworks — category four fireworks can only be used by professionals.

When can I set them off?

You might not know this, but it is against the law to set of fireworks between 11pm and 7am — except on Bonfire Night, Diwali, New Year and Chinese New Year, when the cut off is 1am.

Of course, you can always attend a professional firework display or bonfire, and leave the fireworks to the organisers.

Take a look at our Bonfire Night map to see what's happening in Huddersfield

Bonfires night 2015: Map of bonfires and firework displays in Huddersfield
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