North West England

Is the BBMF Flying Near Southport Today?

The Southport Air Show is one of the North West's biggest seaside events, with the BBMF appearing over the vast beach.

BBMF near Southport — status
Not today. The next scheduled BBMF appearance within range of Southport is Saturday 8 August 2026 — Blackpool Airshow (timing TBC).
Most recent nearby appearance: Sunday 21 June 2026 — Lytham

Later in the season

  • 8 Aug 2026 — Scheduled appearance — Blackpool Airshow (timing TBC)
    Schedule entry — check BBMF social media for confirmed timing
  • 9 Aug 2026 — Scheduled appearance — Blackpool Airshow (timing TBC)
    Schedule entry — check BBMF social media for confirmed timing
  • 29 Aug 2026 — Scheduled appearance — Southport Air Show (timing TBC)
    Schedule entry — check BBMF social media for confirmed timing
  • 30 Aug 2026 — Scheduled appearance — Southport Air Show (timing TBC)
    Schedule entry — check BBMF social media for confirmed timing

BBMF appearances near Southport

Southport's huge flat beach serves as a natural arena. The BBMF displays over the Irish Sea in front of large promenade crowds.

Where to watch

The beach and promenade are the main viewing area. The pier and seafront gardens provide additional sightlines.

Around 120 miles from RAF Coningsby.

Previous appearances near Southport

  • 21 Jun 2026 — Flypast — Lytham (11:15–11:45 BST)
  • 23 May 2026 — Flypast — Blackpool (14:44–15:14 BST)
⚠ Proximity note: These entries are shown because a BBMF flypast or display fell within approximately 12 NM of Southport. 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.