Taunton Racecourse hailed the success of their fireworks display on Saturday after nearly 5,000 people turned up to get a taste of the action.

The Wurzels performed for an hour before the 20-minute, £8,000 display began to wow the crowds.

Tomorrow (Friday), Taunton Rugby Club host their firework extravaganza along with a barbecue, refreshments, baked potatoes and a children’s sparkler corner.

The club are hoping to attract up to 2,000 people to the display. For a family ticket offer to the rugby club fireworks, turn to page 18.

*OTHER displays include: Staplegrove Scouts’ display off Manor Road, November 5, fire lit at 7pm; Wyvern Club, November 4, gates open from 6pm; Oake Manor Golf Club, November 5, gates open 5pm; Wiveliscombe Recreation Ground, 6.30pm.