Whether you’re an aircraft enthusiast or just looking for fun things to do with the kids, don’t miss out on some of the best UK airshows! Incredible aerial displays will be taking place from Bournemouth to Southport and beyond this summer, featuring military aircraft and famous planes including the Red Arrows. Whichever UK air show you’re visiting, our great value hotels will get you off to a flying start thanks to our central locations, super-comfy beds, free Wi-Fi and mouth-watering meals – what’s not to love?
Airshows in the UK
UK Air Shows
Bournemouth Air Festival, 2025 dates TBC
Looking for free things to do with the kids this summer? Book family breaks in Bournemouth and take the little ones to Bournemouth Air Festival! Watch Royal Air Force and Royal Navy aircraft put on exciting displays between Bournemouth Pier and Boscombe Pier. Check out our handy Bournemouth Air Festival guide.
Hotels near Bournemouth Air Festival:
Some of the best places to stay in Bournemouth for the airshow include our Bournemouth Central hotel, our Bournemouth West Cliff hotel, our Bournemouth East Cliff hotel and our Bournemouth Westbourne hotel.
Southport Air Show, 2025 dates TBC
Thanks to its setting by Southport Beach – which is right next door to our Southport Central hotel – you can combine a family days out by the seaside with unforgettable aerial displays at the popular Southport Air Show this summer. Check out our handy Southport Air Show guide.
Hotels near Southport Air Show:
If you’re looking for great places to stay in Southport near the air festival this summer, look no further than our Southport Central hotel, our Southport (Ormskirk) hotel, our Liverpool North hotel and our Wigan North (M6 Jct 27) hotel.
Blackpool Air Show, 2025 dates TBC
From the Red Arrows and Spitfires to Eurofighter Typhoons, book weekend breaks in Blackpool this summer and watch all kinds of incredible aircraft take to the skies. There’s plenty of family activities taking place along the promenade too, so don’t miss out on the Blackpool Air Show! Check out our handy Blackpool Air Show guide.
Hotels near Blackpool Air Show:
We’ve got you covered if you’re searching for great hotels near Blackpool Promenade this August. Book great value rooms at our Blackpool (North Pier) hotel, our Blackpool Bispham hotel, our Blackpool (Beach) hotel and our Blackpool Airport hotel.
Goodwood Airshows, Festival of Speed 10th to 13th July 2025, Revival 2025 dates TBC
Two Goodwood events means double the fun! Motoring fans won’t want to miss the exciting Goodwood Festival of Speed in July, or step back in time at the Goodwood Revival, an iconic race featuring cars from the 50s and 60s where visitors dress in period fashion! Check out our handy Goodwood Airshow guide.
Hotels near the Goodwood Festivals:
When you’re looking for places to stay near the Goodwood Motor Circuit this year, check out our Chichester South (Gate Leisure Park) hotel, our Bognor Regis hotel, our Portsmouth Havant South (Langstone/A27) hotel and our Arundel hotel.
Royal International Air Tattoo Airshow, Friday 18th to Sunday 20th July 2025
The RIAT at RAF Fairford isn’t just the biggest airshow in the UK – it’s one of the largest airshows in the world! Book weekend breaks in Gloucestershire this summer to see incredible aerial displays and impressive aircraft up close and personal near the Cotswolds.
Hotels near RIAT Fairford Airshow:
If you’re searching for places to stay near the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) show this summer, book great value rooms at our Swindon North hotel, our Cirencester hotel, our Witney hotel and our Swindon Central hotel.
More Air Shows in the UK
Eastbourne Airbourne Airshow
Nearest Eastbourne hotels – our Eastbourne Town Centre hotel, our Eastbourne hotel and our Eastbourne Polegate hotel. Take a look at our handy Eastbourne Airshow guide. 2025 dates TBC, watch this space...
Abingdon Air & Country Show
Nearest Oxfordshire hotels – our Abingdon (A34) hotel, our Oxford South Didcot hotel and our Oxford Botley hotel. 2025 dates to be released soon.
Farnborough International Airshow
Nearest Hampshire hotels – our Farnborough West (Southwood) hotel, our Farnborough Town Centre hotel and our Aldershot hotel. 2025 dates to be confirmed closer to the time.
Battle of Britain Airshow
Nearest Ashford hotels – our Ashford North hotel, our Ashford (Eureka Leisure Park) hotel and our Ashford Central hotel. 2025 dates to be confirmed closer to the time.
Teignmouth Airshow
Nearest Devon hotels – our Newton Abbot hotel, our Torquay Harbour hotel and our Torquay Seafront hotel. 2025 dates to be confirmed closer to the time.
Old Buckenham Airshow, Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th July 2025
Nearest Norfolk hotels – our Thetford hotel, our Norwich West (Showground/A47) hotel and our Norwich City Centre (Duke Street) hotel.
Wales Airshow
Nearest Swansea hotels – our Swansea Waterfront hotel, our Swansea City Centre hotel and our Port Talbot hotel. 2025 dates to be confirmed closer to the time.
Clacton Airshow
Nearest Clacton hotels – our Clacton-On-Sea (Seafront) hotel, our Clacton-on-Sea (North/Colchester Road) hotel and our Colchester Town Centre (Castle) hotel. 2025 dates to be confirmed closer to the time.
Shuttleworth Air Shows, Festival of Flight
Nearest Bedfordshire hotels – our Bedford South (A421) hotel, our Bedford (Priory Marina) hotel and our Bedford Town Centre (Riverside) hotel. 2025 dates to be confirmed closer to the time.
English Riviera Airshow in Torbay
Nearest Devon hotels – our Paignton Seafront (Goodrington Sands) hotel, our Paignton South (Brixham Road) hotel and our Torquay Seafront hotel. 2025 dates to be confirmed closer to the time.
Midlands Air Festival
Nearest Warwickshire hotels – our Evesham hotel, our Stratford Upon Avon Waterways hotel and our Stratford Upon Avon Central hotel. 2025 dates to be confirmed closer to the time.
Ways to stay for UK Air Shows
Premier Inn
Our Premier Inn hotels are an ideal base if you’re planning on visiting some of the best air shows in the UK. Our great value rooms feature free Wi-Fi and our famously comfy beds for you to enjoy throughout your stay. You’ll find a family friendly restaurants nearby wherever you’re staying, so you can always look forward to mouth-watering meals after watching the Red Arrows. Plus, when an adult orders a full Premier Inn Breakfast or Meal Deal, up to two kids eat breakfast for free!
Premier Plus rooms
Why not get even more out of your UK airshow trip by booking one of our Premier Plus rooms? Our enhanced rooms let you enjoy all the comfort you know and love, plus added perks like Ultimate Wi-Fi, a mini-fridge and snacks, a rainfall shower with luxury toiletries and more.
UK air show FAQs
What is the biggest UK airshow
The Royal International Air Tattoo – or RIAT as it’s often known – is considered the biggest air show in the UK, and one of the largest military air shows in the world! With around 250 aircraft and all kinds of exciting displays, it’s no surprise that this Gloucestershire event welcomes over a hundred thousand visitors each year!
Is it free to go to an airshow?
It depends on the event! Some air shows in Britain are free to attend like Teignmouth Airshow and Bournemouth Air Festival. Other UK airshows you’ll need to buy tickets for, like RIAT and Southport, so try and book in advance to get the best prices.