South West England

Is the BBMF Flying Near Bristol Today?

Bristol's aviation heritage — the Bristol Aeroplane Company produced the Beaufighter — gives BBMF appearances in the area historic depth.

BBMF near Bristol — status
Not today. The next scheduled BBMF appearance within range of Bristol is Friday 11 September 2026 — Longleat Safari Park – Icons Of The Sky (timing TBC).
Most recent nearby appearance: Saturday 13 September 2025 — Upthorpe, Dursley

Later in the season

  • 11 Sep 2026 — Scheduled appearance — Longleat Safari Park – Icons Of The Sky (timing TBC)
    Schedule entry — check BBMF social media for confirmed timing
  • 12 Sep 2026 — Scheduled appearance — Longleat Safari Park – Icons Of The Sky (timing TBC)
    Schedule entry — check BBMF social media for confirmed timing
  • 13 Sep 2026 — Scheduled appearance — Longleat Safari Park – Icons Of The Sky (timing TBC)
    Schedule entry — check BBMF social media for confirmed timing

BBMF appearances near Bristol

Bristol's connection to wartime aviation runs deep. The region is within range of the Longleat Icons of the Sky events and the Hampshire Air Festival.

Where to watch

Clifton Suspension Bridge and the Downs give iconic views. The Mendip Hills south of the city provide elevated panoramas.

Around 130 miles from RAF Coningsby.

Previous appearances near Bristol

  • 13 Sep 2025 — Flypast — Upthorpe, Dursley (12:19–12:49 BST)
  • 9 Aug 2025 — Flypast — Long Ashton (13:03–13:33 BST)
⚠ Proximity note: These entries are shown because a BBMF flypast or display fell within approximately 20 NM of Bristol. This does not mean the aircraft were directly overhead — always check the specific location of the event.

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Unofficial fan site — not affiliated with the RAF, MoD or the BBMF. Flypast and display data is derived from UK NOTAM publications and the official BBMF schedule. All appearances are subject to weather, aircraft serviceability and RAF operational requirements and may be cancelled at any time. Do not contact numbers listed in NOTAMs. Not for flight planning. Always verify with official BBMF channels before making travel plans.