Ground Based Fireworks

Multi-shot Mines

Single Shot Mines

Fountains

Falls

Lancework

Ground based fireworks can have a number of advantages over aerial fireworks:

• Longer duration of effects - up to a minute. However, used unskilfully, this can lead to 'boring' displays
• A lower level of training is required to fire them
• Better value for money in terms of fireworks time
• Smaller safety distances can enable use at more constricted venues
• Can be used where circumstances (e.g. airport flight paths) preclude aerial displays
• Less documentation involved in obtaining a display permit
• Very simple, fast setup for most types

Ground based fireworks should not be thought of as "second rate" effects.

Large displays often use substantial amounts of ground based pyro to both punctuate and complement aerial sequences.

Major Varieties