An Isle of Wight holiday park is lighting up the skies with fireworks tonight (Friday).

Following the success of previous years, Waverley Park Holiday Centre, in East Cowes, is bringing its popular display back.

It was started to fill the gap left by Cowes Week, which used to have fireworks at the end of every regatta. 

Julian Adams, owner of the Waverley, said: "We're pleased to act as a place holder until the full barge display can be resurrected.

"We are hopeful that by the 200th anniversary in 2026 Cowes Week will be in a place to resume the fireworks which are loved by so many."

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The last time the official Cowes Week fireworks display went ahead was in 2019, when Red Funnel sponsored.

This year's display, courtesy of the Waverley, is best seen from the holiday park.

It can also be viewed from Cowes seafront.

Those heading to East Cowes should be aware that the floating bridge is, once again, out of action.

Software issues are being blamed this time round. A replacement service, the Jenny Lee, is operating in its place.

The display will take to skies from the Waverley at 9.30pm.

Julian told the County Press donations are being welcomed.

These can be made by contacting the Waverley on (01983) 293452.