Rookies are our junior section.  All children that are members of the Society are automatically part of the Rookies.

A great part of being a Rookie is going to out-meetings, that’s being in other societies’ processions on their bonfire nights. The Rookies have their own lighter-weight banner which the older Rookies are able to carry in the procession.

Rookies will also make and sell fairy light torches – for younger members that prefer that option.

There are also opportunities for the Rookies to be involved in fund raising and helping on the night. Because of the nature of Bonfire parents do need to support their Rookies with helping!

Rookies can be dressed in any costume – or as Smugglers. Please see the section on Costume Information for more information on this. The Society is happy to help you with tips for getting your costume ready.

If you want to march in any procession, its important you have a designated adult with you, and you read the information for new members and get your costume right before you go.  Our Bonfire Rules also has more information for junior members in the society.

We would very much like to have a more active Rookies section. Please contact us if you want to get involved: rookies@barcombebonfire.co.uk

Rookies photos