Step back into the 1940s with Aero Legends and experience history like never before. The Battle of Britain Air Show is a new and immersive aviation event that brings the past vividly to life. Scheduled to take place at RAF Woodchurch in Ashford, Kent on 8th and 9th of August 2026, this unique gathering offers two incredible days featuring iconic wartime aircraft, detailed living history exhibits, nostalgic 1940s music, an array of classic military vehicles, and a meticulously crafted recreation of the atmosphere from the Battle of Britain era. This event is not to be missed, but remember that tickets are only available in advance through bobairshow.co.uk — there will be no on-site ticket sales, so book your tickets early and prepare to be transported to another time.

Full details are provided on the ‘About’ page on how you can get to the show by car or public transport
Many ways! You can book tickets to the Spitfire Enclosure or Flight Line Premier ticket.
Children below the age of 5 years old are free for all tickets types
Saturday 8th Aug
Gates will open at 10:00. A short remembrance service at our dispersal hut (all welcome) 11:00, with our full agenda of spectacular flying displays from 13:00.
Sunday 9th Aug
Gates will open at 10:00. A short remembrance service at our dispersal hut (all welcome) 11:00, with our full agenda of spectacular flying displays from 13:00.
The display items are released through the news section of this website and a full flying programme will be updated periodically. Air displays will take place from midday on each day
There are no concessionary tickets for disabled, military, blue light or OAP customers. However, ‘Carers’ may gain admission to the respective enclosure using a child ticket. So if you are a carer you may gain entry with a child ticket – if you can prove you are a registered carer. Carers must provide evidence of their ‘carer’ status such as; a disability benefit award letter, Carer’s Allowance award letter or Blue Badge letter as proof of your caring role. If not available, a letter from the GP or social services could be used. If such proof cannot be produced then the full ticket price will be payable.
Yes — well-behaved dogs on leads are very welcome at the Battle of Britain Air Show. We are a dog-friendly event. Please ensure your dog is kept on a lead at all times and is comfortable around loud aircraft noise.
The show-ground and aerodrome is essentially a large, flat grassed field – so the site is subject to weather conditions. Car parking is opposite the main entrance to the aerodrome with disabled parking near the entrance to the car park, you will not be allowed to drive onto the show-ground in a vehicle.
The Battle of Britain Air Show is a pre-sale ticketed event only. QR Code Tickets are generated electronically at the point of purchase and are immediately emailed to the email address you provided. Please ensure you check your own spam folders/junk inboxes if you do not receive the QR Code ticket/s email after your payment. You cannot request a QR code ticket to be re-sent in the last 30 days before the Air show commences – as we will not have time to process your request.
Tickets can be presented on the day either in printed copy or on the screen of your mobile device.
The Battle of Britain Airshow is a pre-sale ticketed event only, tickets must be purchased in advance from the Battle of Britain Airshow website www.bobairshow.co.uk
Tickets which were purchased for any previous Battle of Britain Airshow are not valid for 2026 event and therefore cannot be used.
You must read our Terms as part of the ticket purchasing process. Tickets are not refundable once purchased. Tickets are not transferable and may not be resold.
If you would like to book a trade stand in this years show, we have a selection of stands and pitches available for hire.