Read all about bonfires their history and meaning click here . But there is nothing better than a warm fire no matter how small on a cool November evening. In other areas the activity is called progging, plotting and bonny-stocking. In the USA you can save a few scarecrows from Halloween. In Linthicum the Guy is joined by our favorite politicians and people of scandal.
Some guys are quite elaborate and are stuffed with fireworks.
In the 18th century effigies of the Pope, the Young Pretender and especially Devils were very popular. Before they are burned they are marched through the city streets. In The British Isles children set out their guy to collect pennys which they use to purchase fireworks. Here are some suggestions for building your very own Guy. Use three colors for coat, waistcoat, and trousers.