The timetable for the 2022 Folkestone Air Display - headlined by the world-famous RAF Red Arrows - has been revealed as excitement for the event continues to build.
Thousands are due to gather for the aerial spectacle on Sunday 21 August.
It's a day to really celebrate our district - our residents, visitors who may be exploring Folkestone & Hythe for the first time, and the businesses that will be boosted by our organisation of this much-loved event.
Folkestone Festivals is organising food, arts and craft stalls, live music and a classic car show along The Leas on both the Saturday and Sunday.
Additional temporary toilets will also be installed in the area.
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The Leas and Folkestone Harbour are expected to be the busiest viewing spots for:
- 12.22pm: Battle of Britain Memorial Flight
- 1pm: Royal Aircraft Factory S.E.5
- 2.25pm: Chinook (sponsored by Abbeywell Vets)
- 3.15pm: Puma
- 5pm: RAF Red Arrows
Due to the expected large crowds, residents and visitors are asked to consider using public transport on the day.
For those who drive, temporary car parks at Radnor Park (CT19 5AU) and Folkestone School for Girls (CT20 3RB) will be available. Both will be open between 10am and 6.30pm and it will cost £5 to park.
Only cash can be accepted so motorists are asked to remember to bring change.
Stewards will be working throughout the day to keep disruption to local roads to a minimum. Several roads will be closed and there will be suspensions to some parking bays.
Folkestone & Hythe District Council Leader Cllr David Monk said: "The whole weekend will be a celebration of our district - hopefully in glorious sunshine!
"We are pleased to welcome on board Abbeywell Vets as sponsors of the Chinook helicopter display and thank them for their support."
Abbeywell Vets, sponsor of the Chinook display, is an independent company that prides itself in being truly local. The veterinary surgeons have more than 40 years' experience between them and work with some of the country's leading specialists. The surgery, in Majestic Parade, Sandgate Road, Folkestone, is modern and fully equipped ensuring the best possible care for all family pets. Contact Abbeywell on 01303 227 179.
Date published: 3 August 2022 (Date updated: 13 December 2022)