London & the South East

Are the Red Arrows Flying in Eastbourne Today?

Eastbourne’s Airbourne is one of the biggest free seafront airshows in the UK, with the Red Arrows a traditional highlight above the seafront and pier.

Red Arrows near Eastbourne — today
Not today. The next scheduled activity within range of Eastbourne is Friday 14 August 2026 — Airbourne – Eastbourne International Airshow.

Later in the season

  • 14 Aug 2026 — Airbourne – Eastbourne International Airshow
  • 15 Aug 2026 — Airbourne – Eastbourne International Airshow
  • 16 Aug 2026 — Airbourne – Eastbourne International Airshow

Seeing the Red Arrows around Eastbourne

Airbourne routinely features the Red Arrows displaying out over the English Channel, with the South Downs as a backdrop.

Common viewing spots

The whole seafront and pier give front-row views. The Western Lawns and slopes toward Beachy Head offer elevated alternatives away from the densest crowds.

📍 Displays flown over the Channel directly off the seafront.

Recent activity near Eastbourne

⚠ Proximity note: These entries are shown because a transit route or display area fell within approximately 12 nautical miles of Eastbourne. This does not mean the Red Arrows were visible from Eastbourne — transit routes may be at altitude and can follow a different track to the one published.

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Unofficial fan site — not affiliated with the RAF or MoD. Events are matched by geographic proximity (~12 NM of Eastbourne) to published NOTAM data and the official schedule. A transit route passing within range does not mean the aircraft were visible overhead. Always check the official Red Arrows channels before making plans. Not for flight planning.