Best of British Evening Air Show

Dig out your Union flags, dust off your bowler hat and join us for our Best of British Evening Air Show on Saturday 17th June.

Displaying the very best of British engineering, this evening event showcases the influence the British Isles have had on the aviation, motor vehicle, and steam industries over the years.

As the vast Shuttleworth Collection houses iconic British aircraft and vehicles from the early Victorian trendsetters to more modern, purpose-built racers, we look forward to welcoming you to this patriotic display of some of the nation’s best loved machines.

With Wing Walkers and Barnstormers taking to the skies, get ready for an evening of traditional, early-aviation entertainment above our classic grass runway and airfield.

Pleasure Flights

When you fly with us (T6 Harvard Ltd), we give you a whole immersive wartime experience and transport you back in time to the 1940s when this magnificent trainer was used as the advanced trainer for pilots about to convert to the Hurricane, Spitfire and Mustang (plus many more aircraft including Lancaster’s in some cases). Pilots in the 40s and 50s gained their pilot’s wings on this aircraft, and this is a testament to its nickname “The Pilot Maker.”

We offer the Battle of Britain experience, where you will fly in the “slipstream of heroes!” Flying in this Advanced Warbird trainer in the same sky the battles were fought from our hand-picked wartime airfields and locations. History is at the forefront of our motivation for us, the lucky few who fly these magnificent machines, as we share this passion for keeping the memory of those heroes who went before us.

This experience also allows you to take control of the aircraft under instruction from the instructor, a qualified flying instructor. With hands-on controls, you will see how manoeuvrable this heavy iron is. Beautifully harmonised controls with a fighter-like feel.

During the Battle of Britain experience, we take you through some of the basic aerial combat manoeuvres taught before and during the Battle of Britain; we want you to experience the g and demonstrate the pilot’s difficulties during a dog fight.

To book your once in a lifetime flight experience, please visit the T6 Harvard Aviation website HERE.

Please note that these experiences are part of the Air Show attractions, and you will still need to book an air show ticket in addition.

Harvard Introductory flights are operated by an external company, T6 Harvard Ltd. Please be sure to read their Terms & Conditions prior to booking.

Wild Camping

Camping is available for self-sufficient camping – tents, caravans, folding campers and motorhomes with their own washing and toilet facilities.

Available from Friday – Monday only with a minimum two-night stay.

All campers receive complimentary access to the daily Visitor Attraction but are required to purchase an air show ticket in addition to the pitch fee.

For more details on camping click here

Group Bookings

For group, coach, and car club rates please email groups@shuttleworth.org

Airshow Souvenir Box & Gift Tickets

Buying a friend or family member an airshow ticket as a gift and want to add a little something on top? Or maybe you just want a memento to remember your time with us? Our airshow souvenir box is exactly what you need.

Each box includes postage and packaging, and include the following:

• 3D Model Plane Kit
• Torch-Keyring
• Airshows 2023 Pen
• Bag of Sweets
• Postcard

Please note contents may vary and are subject to change.

You are also able to purchase a gift tickets alongside your gift boxes. You can select from either 1 Adult Ticket or 2 Adult Tickets which are valid for any Sunday Air Show. (This ticket is NOT valid for Best of British Evening Air Show)

Please note that these gift tickets are only purchasable alongside your gift box, and are subject to change in price.

If you would like the box to be delivered to an address that is different from your Billing Address, please specify this in order notes.

Getting Here

Ticket Protection – Terms and Conditions

Our Ticket Protection offers piece of mind when purchasing your ticket. However, as is the case with any Ticket Protection policy, there will be some specific circumstances when this may not be valid.

To find out more about our Ticket Protection, please head to: Ticket Protection – Shuttleworth Events & Attractions

Frequently Asked Questions

Find our FAQ section here: Air Shows Frequently Asked Questions – Shuttleworth Events & Attractions

For all other queries regarding our 2023 Air Show season please email airshows@shuttleworth.org.