The 2024 Southport Air Show takes place this weekend!
One of the North West’s top events is back with two days of exciting aviation action.
Here’s all you need to know.
When is Southport Air Show?
Opening times are:
Saturday, 13th July 2024: 10am-5pm
Sunday, 14th July 2024 – 10am-5pm
How can I book tickets?
Tickets are priced £12 for general admission with under 16 years of age FREE.
Parking is £10 per car payable on the day.
Via the www.visitsouthport.com website
Address
Southport Seafront, Southport, Merseyside PR8 1RY
Parking
Beach parking is no longer available.
Victoria Park parking will replace this to aid with traffic flow and queueing.
Upon arriving in Southport, you will be directed to the closest event car park – please follow the event signage.
Sefton Council said: “We’ve listened to your feedback and comments, and have made parking improvements for a smoother experience at this year’s Air Show. Check out our updated guide to answer all your parking queries!”
Traffic
A new Traffic Management company is in place and they have established improvements to the traffic flow into the car parks. An additional car park at Victoria Park will accommodate the parking spaces that have been lost from closing the beach parking. There will also be better signage and increased staff numbers to manage the traffic.
Entrances
There will be increased staff running the entrances and we have introduced queuing systems. The layouts have been changed to ensure a smooth and efficient entry.
Air Show Flying Times
There is lots to enjoy at Southport Air Show
Saturday, 13th July 2024:
1.30pm – Catalina
1.41pm – Swordfish, Black Cats and Wasp
1.46pm – Navywings Wasp
1.54pm – Navywings Swordfsh
2.02pm – Black Cats
2.15pm – Strikemaster
2.26pm – Richard Goodwin G-JPIT
2.40pm – RAF Tutor
2.53pm – Spitfire XIX and P-51 Mustang
3.13pm – Starlings
3.30pm – Red 10
4.02pm – Wingwalk Formation
4.20pm – Blenheim
4.30pm – Vampire FB..52
4.41pm – Typhoon
5pm – Red Arrows
Sunday, 14th July 2024
1.30pm – Catalina
1.41pm – Vampire FB..52
1.51pm – Swordfish, Black Cats and Wasp
1.56pm – Navywings Wasp
2.04pm – Navywings Swordfish
2.12pm – Black Cats
2.25pm – Richard Goodwin G-JPIT
2.39pm – Wingwalk Formation
2.57pm – Red 10
2.59pm – Starlings
3.16pm – Blenheim
3.26pm – Typhoon
3.38pm – RAF Tutor
3.50pm – Spitfire XIX and P-51 Mustang
4.10pm – Strikemaster
4.30pm – Red Arrows
Ground activities
There is lots to enjoy at Southport Air Show
On the Ground Activities at Southport Air Show
While there will be lots to enjoy in the air, we have a full programme of activities on the ground at this year’s Air Show! You’ll find flight simulators, children’s attractions, our Military Village and much more:
Marine Drive will host a bustling market selling an array of goods, and the Military Village, featuring military equipment including the RAF Typhoon facsimile.
Step back in time and learn about school life in 1940 school life with a period headmistress/master from Historical Promotions.
Create your own World War One poppy.
The Mid Lancs Military Vehicle Trust will showcase their lovingly restored vehicles.
Meet the Lytham St Annes Spitfire Ground Display Team and see the stunning Spitfire Mark IX replica “Lucy” up close. Explore the Veterans Living History Museum’s Op Banham project, highlighting one of the last dispatch riders in the UK.
Get up close with the 69th Field Artillery weaponry, and catch them firing at various times throughout the day.
Where is the nearest train station?
Southport Train Station is a 10 minute walk away
Where can I post Air Show pictures and video?
Please post into our Stand Up For Southport Facebook group we’d love to see them!
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There is lots to enjoy at Southport Air Show
How can I hear the latest Air Show and traffic updates?
Dune Radio has been revealed as the official radio station for the 2024 Southport Air Show
Dune Radio is the official radio station for the 2024 Southport Air Show.
Working in partnership with the event organisers, Visit Southport, the Dune team is gearing up to what is looking to be an amazing show.
Dune Radio’s Southport Air Show LIVE will be broadcasting from their mobile studio on Southport Beach over the weekend.
Listen to Dune Radio on DAB+ Digital Radio across the North West Coast area.
Listen online and find out more details at www.duneradio.co.uk/airshow
Download the app from the app store just search ‘Dune Radio’.
Ask Alexa! Say ‘Enable Dune Radio Skill’ the first time then just ‘Play Dune Radio’ after that.
Listen via your TV on Freeview Channel 277.
Disabled Access at Southport Air Show
There are two disabled viewing areas, one at each end of the seawall.
Upon arrival, ask a member of staff and they will be happy to point you in the right direction for these areas.
If you have a disability that necessitates a carer, your carer will be welcomed for free on the day.
A carers ticket will be issued with the following documents: Carers al;lowance, attendance allowance or disability living allowance
Are dogs allowed at Southport Air Show?
Dogs are permitted but it is strongly advised that dogs are not brought to the event due to the movie of the aircraft.
All dogs must remain on their lead; this is a family event with many small children.
If you have your dog off the lead you may be asked to leave the event.
Can we bring our own food / BBQ?
Food is allowed on site but BBQs and open fires are not permitted
Are drones allowed on site?
Drones / small unmanned aircraft are not allowed to be flown within the Air Show site – it is against the law the fly them within the Air Show restricted airspace.
Anyone bringing them will be asked to leave the site and may be prosecuted.
What else can I enjoy in Southport?
Scenic photo of Lord Street in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
Why not stay over in Southport? You can find accommodation through the Visit Southport website: Visit Southport | Official Southport Tourist Information Site
There is always lots happening in Southport with great restaurants, hotels,bars, shops and attractions.
The stunning new Harry’s rooftop bar opens at the top of The Grand Southport this weekend – why not take a look: Harry’s & Sky Bar – The Grand
Take a ride on the historic Siclcock’s Carousel; walk through the historic King’s Gardens; try watersports or a boat ride on the Marine Lake.
Take a walk along the leafy Lord Street boulevard; enjoy rides at Southport Pleasureland.
Don’t get caught up in the Air Show traffic leaving town! Stay and enjoy something to eat or drink and enjoy all that Southport has to offer.
Changes this year
There is lots to enjoy at Southport Air Show
Sefton Council said: “We sincerely apologise for some of the problems that occurred during the 2023 Air Show. We acknowledge that there were some logistical issues that impacted the event. “We understand the disappointment experienced by some attendees.
“We listened to your feedback and we have taken action. The logistics for Southport Air Show have been improved for this year, with changes to traffic management and entry into the event.
The changes for 2024
“We are confident that the following changes will help this year’s event run more smoothly.
“Last year, the Scottish Air Show took place on the same weekend and some of the flying displays were shared between the two events. This included the Red Arrows. This year, we have more control over the display timings. The Red Arrows are appearing on both days, and the display timings will be more suitable in order to give visitors time to arrive.”
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