South West England

Are the Red Arrows Flying in Plymouth Today?

Plymouth’s naval heritage and the iconic Hoe waterfront have made it a venue for Red Arrows flypasts and displays during Armed Forces Day and maritime events.

Red Arrows near Plymouth — today
No upcoming Red Arrows activity is currently scheduled within range of Plymouth. The most recent nearby activity was on Saturday 30 May 2026 (Transit & display — English Riviera Airshow).

Seeing the Red Arrows around Plymouth

The city’s strong Royal Navy connections mean the Red Arrows have appeared over Plymouth Sound for Fleet events and civic celebrations. Transits toward the far south-west also route nearby.

Common viewing spots

Plymouth Hoe and the Barbican waterfront give commanding views over the Sound. Mount Edgcumbe across the water in Cornwall offers a panoramic alternative.

📍 Long transit from Lincolnshire; display over Plymouth Sound.

Recent activity near Plymouth

  • 30 May 2026 — Transit & display — English Riviera Airshow (11:45–12:28 BST)- - View route & map in tracker →
  • 29 May 2026 — Transit & display — English Riviera Airshow (18:30–19:13 BST)- - View route & map in tracker →
  • 1 Jun 2025 — Transit & display — Torbay Display (11:46–12:28 BST)
  • 31 May 2025 — Transit & display — Torbay Display (17:16–17:58 BST)
⚠ Proximity note: These entries are shown because a transit route or display area fell within approximately 18 nautical miles of Plymouth. This does not mean the Red Arrows were visible from Plymouth — 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 (~18 NM of Plymouth) 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.