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The
event takes place in the popular resort of Dawlish in South
Devon. With everything happening within a public place
spectators have access to numerous retail outlets, gift
shops, restaurants, cafes and pubs at local prices. No overflated prices or mobile vending
units.
All
display areas are free to access, the static areas are
staffed by the aircrew and Air Cadets equipped with the
knowledge to show the public the aircraft up close. Based in
and around a town centre had the advantage of a variety of
retail outlets, restaurants, cafes and pubs all at
reasonable prices. Other facilities include:
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Numerous
permanent toilet facilities including baby changing and
disabled access
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Event
Medical Centre and four first aid posts
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Trade
stands, stalls, fairgrounds rides in the Lawn Arena
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Dedicated
Viewing Area for those with wheelchairs
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Superb
public transport access and event parking for 1500
vehicles
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Travel
to the event provided by a number of tour operators
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Marshals
and event staff trained and qualified to nationally
agreed levels.
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Watch
the airshow from 2 miles of sandy beaches or from the
South West Coast Path along the cliffs above the beach.
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6 large
holiday parks, several high quality hotels, many
guesthouses and touring parks offering accommodation
during the event.

Advice For
Spectators
- Arrange To Meet With Friends And
Family Before Entering The Airshow Area.
- We advise people to view the display
from within the marked Designated crowd area
- Set A Meeting Place, Just In Case You
Lose A Member Of Family Or Friends.
- Check Your Travel Arrangements For
Your Journey Before Leaving Home.
- If You Live In Walking Distance From
The Show, Then We Suggest You Walk.
- Go With The Crowd Flow, Try To Avoid
Walking Towards/Against The Crowd.
- Try To Keep All Valuables And Belongs
At Close Hand At All Times.
- And Mainly, Our Motto For The Day Is
Arrive Early, Leave Late (Plenty To Do)

The Town
Visitors
are also encouraged to take advantage of the town and it’s
carnival throughout their stay and are welcome to
participate in any of the carnival’s
events. The town
has 14 public houses, a theatre, leisure centre, several
good restaurants and the atmosphere on the evening following
the air show and carnival procession is something
to be experienced with festivities continuing to the small
hours of the morning. |