South Coast

Is the BBMF Flying Near Swanage Today?

Swanage Carnival on the Purbeck coast has brought the BBMF to display over the bay and the Jurassic Coast cliffs.

BBMF near Swanage — status
Not today. The next scheduled BBMF appearance within range of Swanage is Saturday 25 July 2026 — Swanage Carnival (timing TBC).

Later in the season

  • 25 Jul 2026 — Scheduled appearance — Swanage Carnival (timing TBC)
    Schedule entry — check BBMF social media for confirmed timing

BBMF appearances near Swanage

The BBMF's Swanage Carnival appearance sees the aircraft display over Swanage Bay with the chalk cliffs of Ballard Down behind.

Where to watch

Swanage seafront and pier give the main view. The clifftop path toward Durlston Head offers elevated views.

Around 165 miles from RAF Coningsby.

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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.