Is the BBMF Flying Near Bolton Today?
This page tracks BBMF flypasts and displays within range of Bolton, using live UK NOTAM data and the official 2026 schedule — so you know when to look up for the Lancaster, Spitfire and Hurricane.
BBMF near Bolton — status
No upcoming BBMF appearances are currently scheduled near Bolton. The most recent nearby appearance was on Sunday 12 July 2026 — Gorton (12.1 NM from Bolton).
Most recent nearby appearance: Sunday 12 July 2026 — Gorton
BBMF appearances near Bolton
Britain's wartime heritage runs through every county, and the BBMF's mission is to honour those who served across the whole country. Scheduled appearances near Bolton are shown above as soon as they appear in published NOTAM data or the official display calendar.
Previous appearances near Bolton
- 12 Jul 2026 — Flypast — Gorton (11:45–12:15 BST)
- 12 Jul 2026 — Flypast — Woodford (11:52–12:22 BST)
- 11 Jul 2026 — Flypast — Woodford (14:19–14:49 BST)
- 20 Jun 2026 — Flypast — Heywood (13:00–13:30 BST)
- 25 May 2026 — Flypast — Chipping (14:50–15:20 BST)
- 23 May 2026 — Flypast — Chipping (14:55–15:25 BST)
⚠ Proximity note: These entries are shown because a BBMF flypast or display fell within approximately 20 NM of Bolton.
This does not mean the aircraft were directly overhead — always check the specific location of the event.