This issue, outdoor events for all!
EVENTS
25-26 May 2024
Shuttleworth D-Day Weekend
This special D-Day themed weekend in Bedfordshire sees the imposing arrival and departure of the D-Day Squadron Legacy Tour and the chance to view the iconic fleet up close.
Enjoy historic military and collection vehicle displays, vintage bus rides and access to the unique Shuttleworth Collection, and the Swiss Garden and playground.
You also get the chance to sit in a Spitfire (separate ticket required). Adult tickets for the event cost from £20.
shuttleworth.org/product/shuttleworth-d-day-weekend Stay at Shuttleworth Warden Park shuttleworth.org/product/d-day-weekend-camping-2024
31 May - 2 June 2024
Midlands Air Festival
This family event at Ragley Hall in Warwickshire includes exciting warbirds, classic jets, helicopters and aerobatic performances, and some of the largest radio-controlled models in the world. The main flying displays will be on Saturday and Sunday afternoons; keep an eye out for the parachute display teams. There’s also the chance to take a hot air balloon ride. Adult tickets from £30.
midlandsairfestival.com Stay at Midlands Air Festival campsite, within walking distance of the event www.midlandsair festival.com/camping
1-2 June 2024
English Riviera Air Show
With spectacular flying displays over the two days, this free show, viewed from the natural amphitheatre that is Torbay in Devon, includes an event village with a funfair, local craft stalls and plenty of food and drink.
Expect to see the Red Arrows (Saturday only) and the RAF’s Eurofighter Typhoon FGR4. There will also be a variety of displays and demonstrations taking place out on the water.
englishrivieraairshow.co.uk Stay at Ross Park rossparkcaravanpark.co.uk
1-2 June 2024
Newtown Outdoor Festival
A full programme of outdoor activities can be enjoyed at this Mid-Wales event, including everything from walking with alpacas to sing-a-long family strolls. Have a go at sports such as archery, fishing, cycling and climbing. Go dancing at a traditional ceilidh with music by the Monty Folk Band.
Many activities are free. See website for individual prices.
newtownoutdoorfestival.uk Stay at Red Kite
