• Welcome

    Welcome

    Cliffe was formed in 1853 and continues to maintain the true Bonfire traditions of the ‘Fifth’ . Our motto is Nulli Secundus. The traditional Guernsey Smuggler jumper is black and white. Other costumes include Vikings, French Revolution and Fire Brigade. Members of Cliffe work tirelessly to fundraise for The Fifth. Support us by buying tickets to our Firesite Bonfire and Fireworks, Donate on Paypal, Come along to one of our fundraising events or hire our bar.

  • Cliffe Christmas Fair 2024

    The Annual Cliffe Christmas Fair takes place on Saturday the 14th of December at Lewes Town Hall from 10am until 3pm.

    There will be a bar with refreshments, local craft stalls and much more.

    Entry for Adults is 50p – Children are FREE!

    Santa will be in attendance for those who are eager to see him before the big day!

    If you would like to go on the waiting list for a table at the Christmas Fair please email fairs@cliffebonfire.com

    If you can display a poster for the Fair then please click the image below to download a PDF copy that can be printed off and displayed.

    cbs christmas fair 2024 poster

  • The Dorset, Lewes

    The Dorset, Lewes

    Official HQ of Cliffe Bonfire Society

    The Dorset, Lewes

  • A Bar for Your Event?

    A Bar for Your Event?

    A big fundraiser for Cliffe Bonfire is running bars for private events.
    If would like to support the Cliffe with a bar at your event please contact Felicity

  • Skull Drummery

    Skull Drummery

    The Mighty Tub Thumpers

    are THE Official Cliffe Drumming Band.

    Find them on Facebook: SkullDrummery – The Mighty TubThumpers