THE COVID 19 pandemic has led to the cancellation of a much-anticipated fireworks display.

The public Arnside fireworks display, which was scheduled to take place next month, has had to be called off due to difficulties caused by the current Coronavirus restrictions and concerns of the virus.

Organiser Jason Walton said: “Due to the current situation regarding the Coronavirus pandemic, we are sad to say that there will be no public fireworks display in Arnside this November. In addition, the display which would have taken place with the Northern Belle train - which has been put on over the last two years - will not be going ahead in Arnside either.

“We are sorry to disappoint our many regular visitors but rest assured, we shall return next year with a show to remember. Until then, stay safe everyone.”