A calendar showing the dates and details of British military and civilian airshows throughout the UK, including seaside and airfield air shows.
| Date | Airshow &Venue | Airshow Details |
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| May 7 |
Shuttleworth Season Premiere 'King and Country' Old Warden, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire SG18 9EP 01767 627927 |
The first Shuttleworth Collection airshow of the season celebrates the coronation of King Charles III. Flying displays of resident and visiting aircraft, vehicle parade and live music. |
| May 20 | Abingdon Air and Country Show Abingdon Airfield, Oxfordshire OX13 6JG 01235 529142 | The show was due to be held in September in 2022 but was postponed because of the death of Her late Majesty. The date is now 20th May 2023. Tickets bought for 2022 will be refunded and tickets for 2023 are available now. As well as air displays, also expect live music, local crafts, vintage and classic vehicles. |
| May 20 | Special Operations Evening Air Show Old Warden, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire SG18 9EP 01767 627927 | Evening Airshows offer opportunities to see the aircraft up close with some late afternoon and early evening flying. Salute the bravery people working in intelligence and observation. |
| June 2 - 4 | Midlands Air Festival Ragley Hall Estate Alcester Warwickshire. B49 5NJ | One evening expect 'Nightfire', a combination of a night time aerobatic air display with lighting and pyrotechnics and a ground-based hot air balloon glow. Over the whole weekend expect vintage aircraft, aerobatics and other air displays. Although the event is being held at Ragley Hall, it is not organised by them, so please do not direct enquiries to the Hall. |
| June 3 - 4 | English Riviera Airshow Paignton Torbay Devon TQ4 6AG | In 2020 the Torbay Airshow became 'The English Riviera Airshow' and was to return in 2021 for a fifth year after 2020's cancellation. However, uncertainty surrounding Covid-19 forced a second cancellation. The rebranded show did launch in 2022 with four days of events, although there is only flying over the weekend. The two-day weekend seaside show with the new branding returns in 2023. |
| June 4 | Around the World Air Show Old Warden, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire SG18 9EP 01767 627927 | A new theme for 2023. Billed as an "energetic celebration of world-wide aviation, both in the air and on the ground, with a variety of countries and cultures celebrated throughout the day". Displays will feature aircraft that have played a role in missions abroad. |
| June 8 - 10 | Aero Expo Sywell Aerodrome Wellingborough Road, Northamptonshire NN6 0BN +44 (0)20 8255 4000 |
Described as a 'Festival of Aviation' but in practice mainly an aviation trade fair exhibiting all types from ultralights through to piston props and helicopters, as well as aviation-related technology and accessories. Not an airshow as such, but lots of static aircraft and usually some demo flying. |
| June 11 |
RAF Cosford Air Show RAF Cosford, Shropshire TF11 8UP 0844 5611897 |
The only RAF-organised show, featuring plenty of RAF displays and other airshow favourites: classic and current British and foreign aircraft, lots of static aircraft, entertainment, air museum and trade stalls all on this operational RAF airbase. |
| June 16 - 18 or 23 - 25 * |
North East Lincolnshire Armed Forces Day Cleethorpes DN35 0AR |
National Armed Forces Day is on 24th June but the NELincs AFD web site gives the date of the local event as 16-18 June. * Elsewhere on the site it says the date is to be confirmed. Go to their web site for a date check beore making travel or other arrangements. The 2021 event was a Covid-19 casualty but the Cleethorpes was back on the schedule in 2022 and returns in 2023, too. More details will be here when announced. |
| June 16 - 18 | Weston Park Airshow International Weston Park, Weston-Under-Lizard, Shropshire TF11 8LE |
Mostly models but there are usually some visiting full-size aircraft. Camping available. |
| June 17 | Best of British Evening Airshow Old Warden, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire SG18 9EP 01767 627927 | Evening Airshows offer opportunities to see the aircraft up close with some late afternoon and early evening flying. The theme showcases the influence the British Isles have had on the aviation, motor vehicle and steam industries. |
| June 24 |
National Armed Forces Day Falmouth, Cornwall TR11 3DB |
The organisers have announced that the 2023 Armed Forces Day National Event will be hosted by Corwall Council in Falmouth. More details will follow. |
| June 24 - 25 | Duxford Summer Air Show (previously 'Air Festival') Duxford, Cambs CB22 4QR 01223 835000 |
As well as flying, there will be living history re-enactors, sounds of the era and free access to the museums. The ticket price includes access to the museums and exhibitions. |
| June 30 - Juy 2 |
Teignmouth Airshow Teignmouth, Devon TQ14 8BB 07464 750735 |
Launched in 2019, cancelled in 2020 & 2021 and resurrected for 2022 & 2023, this airshow in South Devon is likely to be part of a fun weekend including music. There will probably only be flying on the Saturday.
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| July 1 |
Wallop Wheels and Wings Army Flying Museum, Middle Wallop, Stockbridge, Hampshire SO20 8FB 01264 781086 |
In the grounds of the Army Flying Museum and the Army Air Corps airfield at Middle Wallop. Classic aircraft and vehicles, Kids Zone, Military Area, Corporate Village, Live Music, Beer Tent, Wine Bar, a Pimm’s Corner and Food Court. |
| July 1 |
Battle Proms Blenheim Palace Woodstock, Oxfordshire OX20 1UL |
Long-running series of 'picnic proms' with a 2 hour orchestral programme and other features in a stately home setting, including a parachute jump and Spitfire display. |
| July 1 - 2 |
Battle of Britain Airshow Headcorn Airfield Nr Maidstone, Kent TN27 9HX |
The Battle of Britain Airshow will be a two-day event in 2023: Saturday and Sunday. Something may be happening on Friday 30th June but details are not available yet. Check their web site for updates. The main show features representative aircraft of the Battle of Britain era and family friendly attractions.
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| July 1 - 2 | Wales Air Show Swansea Bay, Glamorgan SA1 9SA 01792 637300 |
This show used to be held every two years but became an annual show from 2016. This is a free event along the South Wales coast, which attracts first class displays and over ¼ million visitors.
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| July 2 |
Military Air Show Old Warden, Bedfordshire SG18 9EP 01767 627927 |
This has always been one of the venue's bigger airshows. For 2023 it moves back from an evening show to a daytime show.
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| July 8 |
Battle Proms Burghley House Stamford, Lincolnshire, PE9 3JY |
Long-running series of 'picnic proms' with a 2 hour orchestral programme and other features in a stately home setting, including a parachute jump and Spitfire display.
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| July 13 - 16 |
Festival of Speed Goodwood, West Sussex PO18 0PH 01243 755055 |
Focus on cars and motorcycles and a few air displays, which usually includes the Red Arrows. Expect F1 teams to be represented and top F1 and other race drivers from all eras. Entry by advance ticket only - no tickets on the gate.
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| July 14 - 16 |
Royal International Air Tattoo RAF Fairford, Gloucestershire GL7 4EG 0800 1071940 |
The biggest military airshow in the world. Modern military and classic aircraft featuring static and flying exhibits from all over the world, including several national display teams, in around eight hours of spectacular flying each day.
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| July 15 |
Battle Proms Hatfield House Hatfield, Hertfordshire AL9 5NQ |
Long-running series of 'picnic proms' with a 2 hour orchestral programme and other features in a stately home setting, including a parachute jump and Spitfire display.
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| July 15 | Summer Evening Picnic Air Show Old Warden, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire SG18 9EP 01767 627927 | Evening Airshows offer opportunities to see the aircraft up close with some late afternoon and early evening flying. |
| July 29 |
Battle Proms Highclere Castle Newbury RG20 9RN |
Long-running series of 'picnic proms' with a 2 hour orchestral programme and other features in a stately home setting, including a parachute jump and Spitfire display.
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| July 29 - 30 |
Old Buckenham Air Show Old Buckenham, Norfolk NR17 1PU 01953 860806 |
Previously a one-day show, it has been held over 2 days since 2013. An exciting mix of warbirds and civilian aircraft; classic and military vehicles; military vehicle rides; re-enactors; bands; food village; funfair.
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| July 29 - August 5 |
Swanage Carnival Swanage Bay Dorset BH19 1LD |
A week of family activities on land and sea that usually includes some air displays. |
| August 4 - 13 Flying probably on 9th |
Falmouth Week Falmouth Seafront TR11 3DF |
Falmouth week is Friday 4th - Sunday 13th August 2023. Falmouth Sailing Week is 5th - 12th August 2023. Most of the events are sailing and onshore events but there would normally be some flying on the Wednesday (9th). |
| August 6 |
Carnival Air Show Old Warden, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire SG18 9EP 01767 627927 |
Expect a large number of resident and visiting aircraft on the ground and in the air including all sorts of carnival fun. The 2023 show expands on the circus theme of 2022 and includes circus-based activities. |
| August 12 - 13 | Echoes of History Show Whitehouse Farm The Living Memorial Rettendon Essex CM3 8DL |
The former 'Military and Flying Machines Show' took a rest in 2018 but returned in a new location in 2019 as the 'Echoes of History Show'. After cancellation in 2020 and 2021 due to Covid-19, the show was back in 2022. Primarily a Living History show, with re-enactors and classic and military vehicles. There has been flying in the past. |
| August 12 - 13 |
Blackpool Airshow Tower Festival Headland, Blackpool, Lancashire FY1 4BJ 01253 478222 |
Free seaside airshow with afternoon displays of classic and modern aircraft over two days, centred just to the left of the Northern Victorian pier. |
| August 12 - 14 |
Whitby Regatta Whitby North Yorkshire | The Regatta is held over three days. There are generally air displays on one or two of the days, typically including the Red Arrows and the BBMF. |
| August 12 - 18 |
Cromer Carnival Cromer Norfolk NR27 9HP |
A week of carnival events, in the week that includes the third Wednesday in August, with one or two air displays on the final Wednesday. |
| August 17 - 20 |
Airbourne - Eastbourne International Airshow Eastbourne, BN21 3YT 01323 411400 |
Free 4-day airshow along the very attractive seafront with ground displays, extensive military exhibition and plenty of flying all four days including strong military involvement.
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| August 19 |
Shuttleworth Flying Proms Old Warden, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire SG18 9EP 01767 627927 |
The extremely popular Flying Proms returns after a brief absence. Exquisite Flying from 7p.m. by resident and visiting aircraft in display sequences to live classical music and culminating in a firework display. |
| August 24 - 25 |
Clacton Air Show West Greensward, Clacton seafront, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1NW 01255 686633 |
Free seaside air show and ground attractions. Not as big as some other seaside shows, but a good mix of military and classic aircraft; exhibition & trade stands, food court and on-site entertainment. |
| August 25 |
Sidmouth Air Display Sidmouth, Devon EX2 4DR |
The air display used to be part of the Sidmouth Regatta but this event is specifically the Sidmouth Air Display. Regatta events are being held over the Bank Holiday weekend. The Town Council has agreed to support the airshow for 2023 and 2024 but will consider alternatives from 2025. |
| August 26 |
Duxford Flying Evening Duxford Cambs CB22 4QR 01223 835000 |
The 2022 'Flying Evening' title is retained for 2023, promising excellent, atmospheric flying as the sun goes down.
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| August 27 |
Little Gransden Air and Car show Fullers Hill Farm, Little Gransden, Cambs SG19 3BP 07730 091132 |
Over three hours of vintage and aerobatic flying; vintage, veteran and classic vehicles and large scale model aircraft, in aid of Children in Need and local charities.
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| August 31 - September 3 |
Bournemouth Air Festival Bournemouth, Dorset BH1 3AF |
The 15th Bournemouth airshow, one of the biggest free shows in Europe. Expect military and civilian favourites in the air and naval involvement; parachutes with flares and planes with fireworks after dark along with lots of music and other entertainment on the ground for the whole family in this award-winning festival. |
| September 1 - 3 |
Chatsworth Country Fair Chatsworth, Bakewell, Derbyshire DE45 1PP |
All the fun of the country fair with arena events, hot air balloons, country crafts, dog show, celebrity cooking and, usually, one or two aircraft but probably only on one of the days. |
| September 3 |
Bedfordshire Vintage Air Show Old Warden, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire SG18 9EP 01767 627927 |
The Heritage Show became the Vintage Airshow in 2019. The theme remained vintage aircraft, vintage motors, vintage agriculture and vintage bikes, from the Collection and from visitors. The show was to have been extended in 2021 to become a weekend of steam and vintage air displays but with flying on only one day, although the weather put paid to that. The Vintage air and steam show was back for 2022. For 2023 the show retains its focus on Shuttleworth’s Steam, Agricultural and flying Heritage but with a Bedfordshire county bias.
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| September 8 - 10 |
Goodwood Revival Goodwood West Sussex PO18 0PH 01243 755055 |
Step back in time to the halcyon days of motor racing at Goodwood. Revival is not just a celebration but a recreation of the 'Goodwood Years'. Come in period dress and be part of the festival with period car and motorcycle racing, flying and static air displays of pre-1966 craft. Entry by advance ticket only - no tickets on the gate. |
| September 14 |
Jersey International Air Display St Aubins Bay, Jersey, Channel Is 01534-873956 |
Wartime and modern military and civil aircraft. Expect an impressive line-up including a great deal of foreign participation not commonly seen on the mainland. Flying is over the coast in St Aubins Bay, adjacent to the island's capital, St. Helier. |
| September 14 |
Guernsey Air Display St Peter Port, Guernsey, Channel Is GU1 01481 728686 |
Slightly smaller than the Jersey show on the same day, this show is centred to the east of St Peter Port harbour. |
| September 16 - 17 |
Battle of Britain Air Show Duxford Cambs CB22 4QR 01223 835000 |
Duxford's September Air Show will again commemorate the Battle of Britain. This is one of the biggest and most popular shows in the airshow calendar and often sells out. As well as flying, there will be living history re-enactments and sounds of the era. The ticket price includes access to the museums and exhibitions. |
| October 1 |
Wings and Wheels Show Old Warden, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire SG18 9EP 01767 627927 |
The Shuttleworth flying finale abandons its usual 'Race Day' theme in favour of an old favourite, the Wings and Wheels show. |
| October 14 |
Duxford Flying Finale Duxford Cambs CB22 4QR 01223 835000 |
For 2023 the last Duxford show of the season retains its 'Special Flying Event' status and its name as 'Flying Finale'.
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2024 & Future Years | ||
| July 19-21 2024 July 18-20 2025 |
Royal International Air Tattoo RAF Fairford, Gloucestershire GL7 4EG 0800 1071940 |
The biggest military airshow in the world. Modern military and classic aircraft featuring static and flying exhibits from all over the world, including several national display teams, in around eight hours of spectacular flying each day.
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| July 22 - 26 2024 |
Farnborough International Air Show Farnborough Aerodrome, Hampshire GU14 6AZ |
The biggest aircraft trade show in the UK is held once every two years. The first few days are trade days but Friday usually has special features for younger people and is open to the public. There used to be a family airshow on the Saturday and Sunday, but this element of the show was cancelled in 2020. |
| August 9 - 18 Flying probably on 14th 2024 |
Falmouth Week Falmouth Seafront TR11 3DF |
Falmouth week is Friday 9th - Sunday 18th August 2024. Falmouth Sailing Week is 11th - 17th August 2024. Most of the events are sailing and onshore events but there would normally be some flying on the Wednesday (14th). |