Military Flypast announced ahead of Armed Forces and Emergency Services Day

A military flypast will mark Weston-super-Mare’s first“Raise the Flag, Honour the Covenant” ceremony on the eve of the town’s Armed Forces and Emergency Services Day.

Military aircraft will take to the skies while down below, cadets will recreate the traditional Drumhead service where drums were used as a temporary altar during worship in the field.

Previous local events have seen a range a military aircraft take part (Photo: Supplied)

The ceremony will take place on Friday 19^th June at 6.30pm in the Italian Gardens.

This will be the start of the towns Armed Forces Day celebrations and this free event, open to all, will feature a traditional Drumhead Service, a military aircraft flypast from Middlezoy Aerodrome (subject to weather and pilot availability) and a ceremonial flag raising.

A spokesperson for Weston-super-Mare Town Council said;

“This poignant and memorable occasion offers a moment for reflection, respect, and community spirit as we come together to honour those who serve.”

Weston-super-Mare’s Armed Forces & Emergency Services Day celebrations will continue on Saturday 20th June. This year will host a food and craft market, facilitated by eat:Festivals.

Those attending can expect to find:

• Passion and Smoke, the low and slow BBQ specialists

• Chew Moos , Chew Valley dairy ice cream

• Crepe Cart, Sweet and savoury crepes made fresh to order

• Pop's Thai Kitchen, gluten-free, vegetarian and meat options

• The Box Bar, Serving real ales, lagers and ciders

• The Exmoor Feasting Co, Sausage rolls and savoury treats!

• GCW, Handcrafted wood-turned creations

• The Gluten Free Cake Den, Delicious gluten-free bakes

• Laurly Lou, Seriously cute crochet gifts!

• The Coastal Fudge Co, Locally made artisan fudge

• Fat Head Brewery, their full canned range!

• White Horse Honey, Honey from hives across the South West

• Freya's Diamond Art, Beautiful handcrafted gifts

• Pebble and Felt, Unique felted creations

• Somerset Orchard Garden, Fresh flowers and apple juice

The event will also host the amazing Satin Dollz.This close harmony vintage trio specialises in Jazz and Swing through the eras.

These pin up darlings are known for their tight blended harmonies, high energy tap dancing, sparkling charisma, and timeless beauty, delighting audiences of all ages both stateside and abroad. Wrapped in a retro bow and delivered with playful charm, The Satin Dollz have become synonymous with classic American style brought to life for modern audiences.

Visitors can also enjoy a lively funfair atmosphere throughout the day, featuring attractions such as dodgems, bungee trampolines and children’s roundabouts.

The event is enabled through financial support by Weston-super-Mare Town Council and the MOD, delivered by the team at Weston Business Improvement District.