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Past Events
Corvette Sunset Parade
5th July
The Classic Corvette Club where back at Shoreham Airport again. A parade of spectular cars, with a 'full throttle' on the runway.
Light Aviation Association's Southern Strut The first and Best!
2nd July
Thanks go to Shoreham Airport from the LAA.
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A member of the public going for a Fly Around with the LAA.
On July 2nd we held a 'members flying non-members event' (this was partly sponsored by the Airport Authority when the landing fees at Shoreham will be half price). The idea was that newer members or non-flying members can have a 15 to 30 minutes flight to give them a taste of flying.
One of the big pluses from being a member of the LAA is than you can own and operate aircraft which are generally more advanced (but certainly different) than the standard spam can and the cost of doing so is normally greatly reduced. The photographs below show two typical LAA type aircraft which are based at Shoreham Airport.
Some years ago a group of aviating friends met in the King and Queen pub in Brighton. They sought to form a local club of like minded associates to promote their activities in the area. Each was a member of the Popular Flying Association, now re-named the Light Aircraft Association (LAA). So the Southern Strut came into being; the word 'Strut' was chosen because it denotes 'support' (as in a strut on an aircraft). And 'support' is really what the club is all about; whether the member is a homebuilder/restorer of aeroplanes or a newly qualified PPL who wants more out of his flying. The Strut is self regulating but is an affiliate of the LAA. (There are now fifty Strut groups around the country).
The social side is very important; bringing together people from all walks of life so they can make new friends and share information with each other. Building an aircraft from scratch can be a daunting task!
We hold our monthly Strut meetings in the Restaurant at Shoreham Airport. These are more than just friendly get-togethers because we often have a guest speaker knowledgeable on aviation related subjects. Recently we've had talks on navigation, gliding and flying in the AN3. The idea is to have something for everyone to enjoy; friends and partners of members are always welcome to come and join in. We have our annual fly-in at Redhill with a barbeque and plan more summer fly-ins and young aviators' days. And we have our Christmas party with a buffet provided by ourselves.
With a membership of over fifty, there is a large pool of knowledge. If you want to buy/sell a plane or a share in one, or gain information on materials, this is a good place to start. There is nearly always 'someone who knows someone' who can help you get what you want. Many members are or have been commercial pilots.
We produce our own monthly newsletter (running at between 4 -8 pages) which I like to think is more than just a point of contact. The Strut is a member of the LAA's National Council so this is an excellent way we can keep people informed of any developments that happen at the LAA's headquarters at Turweston Airfield. It also contains a mix of local news, member's adventure flying articles, photographs, viewpoints and what's on. As editor I am intending to start the 'Southern Strut Group of Writers' to provide help for anyone writing letters/articles for aviation magazines such as Pilot.
The Oldest Man in Europe Henry Allingham, Visits The Oldest Licenced Airport in the UK.
17th June 2008
We were privillaged to meet this remarkable man Henry William Allingham, born in 1896, who is the oldest man in Europe. He had a morning visit to Shoreham Airport and enjoyed having his photo taken with many of the Aircraft, especially the 'Spirit of Pashley' Tiger Moth. He had great interest visiting the Shoreham Airport Archive and Visitor Centre where he certainly looked the part behind the Information desk. After he enjoyed his complimentary lunch in the Fly-In Bar & Restaurant and was then interviewed by IHA News Agency for German TV.
Read his biog BBC News or Sky News
Keith Burridge, Shoreham Airport Operations Manager having a nice chat with Henry.
Henry shown with his carers.
Normandy Property Show - A Successful Invasion!
27th April 2008
A Successful Invasion!
Last Sunday, Shoreham had a real influx of Gallic visitors from across the Channel. As well as the French market in the town, Shoreham airport, decked out in jaunty French bunting, played host to the first exclusively Normandy Property Show.
Organisers Pippa Weitz, of property company PWT Normandy Life, and Judy Mansfield of First Rate FX, the currency specialists, pronounced themselves delighted with the first Normandy Property Show, designed to showcase the best of Normandy's numerous attractions. The event, held in Shoreham airport's art deco terminal, attracted 15 exhibitors and over 300 visitors came along on the day.
To the strains of accordion music, the visitors came from Sussex and Surrey, from Dorset and Hampshire... There was even a visitor all the way from Norfolk! Most of the visitors came along to look through details of the thousands of attractively-priced properties on offer, and took free advice from the stands on display.
The exhibitors ranged from estate agents to tax accountants; the Normandy Tourist Board gave away brochures of hotels and guesthouses, spoke of restaurants with mouth-watering menus, and described Norman attractions from William the Conqueror's castles in Caen and Falaise, the amazing Mont St Michel, and the impossibly beautiful Monet's gardens in Giverny.
The builders of the imaginative and futuristic 'EarthShip' eco-house - the only one of its kind in Europe (so far!) - were on hand to explain this superbly energy efficient concept to the interested audience.
The links between Sussex and Normandy were strongly in evidence in the form of Rob Silverstone, a Brighton-based author and chef who has worked in both Brighton and Rouen, Normandy, and has written 2 books about his exploits. On Sunday, he gave away one of his signature freshly-baked apricot scones with each book sold - and you can find the recipe for them in his book 'A Mule in Brighton'.
Chris and Micki Slade, directors of Worthing property company "A House in Normandy" said they had had a great day, with viewing appointments already in the diary!
The organisers also display the Anglo-Normandy links: Pippa lives and works in Hove, but has a holiday home in la Manche, Normandy, whilst Judy lives and works full-time in the beautiful Normandy countryside. These ladies, like all the Show exhibitors, can speak with the benefit of real experience of life and work across the channel, and which they eagerly shared with their appreciative visitors.
Life in Normandy, with its green rolling countryside, delicious creamy cheeses, world famous apple tarts, reasonably priced houses and gentle way of life, is only 50 minutes away, thanks to the frequent flights with our local Skysouth airline.
Further details of the show, including photographs, a link to box 424.com ex-pat radio's programme about the show, comments from exhibitors (see exhibitors' page), and a list of Grand Draw prize-winners, can be found on the Show's website at: www.normandypropertyshow.com
For interviews please call 01273 422 143 or 07880 501 116 or email info@normandypropertyshow.com. Photos available of Judy Mansfield and Philippa Weitz, and of Normandy properties.
More information on the show is available at www.normandypropertyshow.com or call 01273 422 143 or 07880 501 116. Email info@normandypropertyshow.com.
Sponsored Charity Bike Ride
13th April 2008
Multiple Sclerosis Sussex Treatment Centre
On Sunday 13th April, 32 cyclists set out from Shoreham Airport to raise sponsorship for the Sussex Multiple Sclerosis Treatment Centre in Southwick. Their route took them along the Downslink, the disused railway line which runs from Shoreham to Guildford, although these riders stopped at Two Mile Ash, a distance of over 18 miles. The most enthusiastic riders headed back by bike after a pleasant pub lunch at the Bax Castle, although most were happy to be driven back to their cars at the airport in the transport laid on by the Centre. It was a great day out, despite the odd downpour and puncture, and will raise over £3000 for the Centre.
For further information go to www.mssussex.com.
The PDSA Charity
27th March 2008
Founded in 1917, PDSA is the UK's leading veterinary charity, providing free veterinary care for the sick and injured pets of those unable to afford private veterinary fees, through a network of 42 PDSA PetAid hospitals, 4 PDSA PetAid branches and some 321 associated private practices (known as PDSA PetAid practices).
Information on PDSA PetAid services and contact details for individual participating private practices is available by calling freephone 0800 731 2502. The PDSA PetAid services will cost over £40 million. They are funded entirely by public support, mainly through donations and gifts in wills.
PDSA PetAid hospitals provide more than 1.2 million free treatments each year, equivalent to 4,650 sick and injured pets being treated by PDSA vets and nurses every working day.
Music of all genres were played by the Brighton Saxophone Quartet (doubling clarinets) and the Les Crawley Quartet plus the super singer Sarah Prichard. The evening was a huge success and a fun time was had by all.
Wedding Fair
16th March 2008
A Wedding Fair took place in the Main Terminal building from 10am to 4pm. Free entrance was provided with two prize draws - 1st prize A Pleasure Flight, 2nd prize a Meal for Two.
We had many exhibitors who can cater for all needs on your very special day including the following:-
- Country Style Wedding Cars
- Bridal wear by Patricia Diamond
- Men's suits from Dickies Suit Hire
- Tiaras, shoes & accessories by Enchanted Bridal Boutique
- Catering by Choc Amour & Nice Slice
- Hair & Beauty by Face One Make-up
- Jewellary from Blue Flame
- Photography/Video/Disco by David Sawyer Photography
- Stationery and accessories from Done By Daisy
- Decorations from Smart Decos
- Air Charter company Skysouth
- Music by Andrew Ballantyne
- Pleasure Flights from Real Flying Company & Fast Helicopters
- Vinery Beauty Clinic
- Touch of Class in Sussex
- www.classic-creations.co.uk
- www.theflowerstand.co.uk
In addition, Debenhams, the large department store in the UK, also had an exhibit of items from their latest collections.
Many wedding specialists attended with their exhibitions on the day along with our very own Wedding Co-ordinator. Should you decide to hold your Wedding at Shoreham (Brighton City) Airport, our "Beautiful, Unique & Exclusive Art Deco Grade II listed Building" is licensed to hold weddings and civil partnership ceremonies.
Popular due to its stunning surroundings, and easily located, there is a licensed restaurant for your reception should you wish to keep everything in one place. We can even arrange for you to fly from here in your very own chartered private aircraft to your honeymoon destination.
Previous Events:
You can view events from previous years on the pages shown below.
