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Accommodation
Local accommodation tends to be booked well in advance of the event and it is therefore best to book early.
Admission Tickets
Admission tickets must be booked in advance, no tickets will be sold on the gate.
Air Tattoo Live
The Air Tattoo's very own radio station offering music, up-to-the-minute air show news, traffic bulletins, interviews and live commentary of the world's greatest flying display.
Aircraft Checklists
Providing comprehensive details of serial numbers, codes and the squadrons for all participating aircraft. On sale, from selected sales points - see showground map for details.
Animals
No dogs or any other animals are allowed at the Air Tattoo. Please do not leave animals in any form of transport, as car parks are regularly checked.
Aviation Club
The Aviation Club is designed for individuals, groups and organisations preferring a special day out in a non-corporate environment.
•Private Marquee
•Private grandstand and garden
•Private toilets
•Morning coffee
•Two course buffet lunch
•Afternoon tea
•A smart lanyard pass
•Access to 'fast track' VIP traffic route
•On-airfield VIP car parking
Bank
The Thomas Cook Bureau de Change can be found next to the main Public Information Centre in the central showground area. There will be facilities to cash cheques, credit card debits and international exchange.
Bicycles
Bicycles are not permitted onto the showground but can be secured to the outside of the security fence.
Camping
There are a number of campsites in the area. Details are available from Cirencester Tourist Information Centre on 01285 654180 or email
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Catering
There will be a number of Food Villages conveniently positioned for the benefit of the public, each of which will be in the centre of entertainments and attractions. Each Food Village will have a bar and an ice cream stall and a full selection of traditional and ethnic food. In addition, there will be individual food and bar outlets throughout the showground.
Children
Children under 16 go FREE and do not require a ticket. Children 5 and upwards require a ticket for the Public Grandstand, Jubilee Garden, Pimm's Flight Deck and The Aviation Club. Children under 5 are admitted free as long as they do not occupy a seat.
Concessions
No concessions are available for OAPs, students or serving or ex-serving personnel.
Disabled
The Air Tattoo provides a Disabled Enclosure for the use of registered disabled visitors which must be booked in advance as places are limited. This Enclosure is on hardstanding, has crowdline access, disabled toilets and is managed by a WRVS Support Team.
The Air Tattoo provides a number of motorised scooters and wheelchairs. These are available to registered disabled persons and must be booked in advance.
A designated on-base (hardstanding) disabled car park is available on the Green entry route ONLY for blue badge holders. Spaces must be booked in advance as access will not be granted without an Air Tattoo Disabled Parking Permit.
For further information on the above please see the Disabled Facilities section under Visitor Information or telephone Sarah Turner, Disability Supervisor on 01285 713300 ext 5380
Drop Zone
This facility will allow visitors to make the most of their day by leaving shopping, picnics and any other heavy items in a secure location. Conveniently located in the central showground area, The Drop Zone offers a lighter, brighter way to enjoy the Air Tattoo
First Aid
A First Aid point is located on the showground - see showground map for details.
Flying Display
The Royal International Air Tattoo 2012 will feature military and commercial aircraft in the flying display. The flying display programme was available in the Souvenir Programme. Visit Aircraft at the Show for a list of the participating aircraft in 2012.
Friends of the Air Tattoo (FRIAT)
FRIAT is the five-star club that offers its members unrivalled access to the world's greatest military Airshow thanks to a package of fabulous benefits offering prime viewing opportunities of all the action. Three premier tailor made packages are available including the six-day MACH-3 package, the four-day MACH-2 package and the two-day MACH-1 package.
Call the Ticketline on +44 (0) 1285 713456
The Grandstand
The centrally located The Grandstand offers an uninterrupted bird's eye view of the world's greatest flying display.
More and more of our visitors are leaving their own cars at home and take the trouble-free option of group travel.
If you bring at least 20 adults, you will receive a group-booking discount as below:
Group Benefits
• Free entry for driver
• Free coach park on the airfield
• Designated coach entrance and exit gates
To register your interest for a group booking please contact Marion Warsop on 0800 297 2971 or email
Information
The main Public Information Centre is located in the centre of the showground. There are three additional Public Information points at each of the entrance gates.
Jubilee Garden
The centrally located Jubilee Garden is a deckchair enclosure on the crowdline offering a fantastic view of the world's greatest flying display.
Lost Property
Lost Property will be handed to the Police Station located in the centre of the showground. Unclaimed lost property will be forwarded after the event to the Stroud Police Station 0845 090 1234 ex.5635
Lost & Found Children
The Public Information Centre will deal with lost and found children. Please encourage children to wear a wristband which can be collected from any entrance gate or Information point.
Media
Please visit our Media Centre for further information. All media requires accreditation.
Park & View
There are two Park & View enclosures at the East and West ends of the airfield for watching the aircraft arrive, rehearse and depart. The enclosures will open on Wednesday 4 July - Friday 6 July incl. and again on Monday 9 July 2012.
Police
The police station run by Gloucestershire Constabulary can be found next to the main Public Information Centre in the central showground area.
Public Transport
With fast, direct rail services from London, Oxford Bristol and Wales one of the easiest ways to get to the Air Tattoo is to catch a train to Swindon. A shuttle bus will run from Swindon bus station (a short walk from the train station) to RAF Fairford. The first bus leaves at 07.15 with the last bus returning at 19.30. Tickets are priced £6 for adults and £3 for children.
Re-admission
There is no re-admission onto the showground after 17.00.
Recycling
There will be a number of units on the showground for the recycling of plastic cups & bottles, paper and cardboard.
Showground Map
The showground map available at the entrance gates or from any Information point shows all the sights and attractions and how to get to them. A copy of the map can also be found in the back of the Air Tattoo Souvenir Programme.
Showground Shuttle Bus
The Royal International Air Tattoo is a big show! Take advantage of the FREE bus service operating from each entrance gate and along the showground. The showground map shows where the bus stops are and lists the main attractions in each area. Just look for the bus stop signs on the green cone road.
Souvenir Programme
The official Royal International Air Tattoo 2012 Souvenir Programme will be packed with lots of helpful information and features as well as money saving vouchers off selected show merchandise. This glossy 128 page publication is available at the entrance gates, Information points and official show souvenirs sales outlets around the showground - see showground map for details.
Tents, Gazebos, Stepladders and Windbreaks on the Showground
The erection of tents, Gazebos, Stepladders and windbreaks on the showground can often serve to block the view of other spectators and, effectively, spoil the experience of others. Consequently, it has been decided to prohibit the erection of these structures within 10 metres of the crowd line. The exclusion zone will be signed and any spectator who disregards this ban will be required to dismantle the offending structure and may be asked to leave the showground.
Timetable
The showground opens at 07.30 and closes at 20.30 to the general public. There is no admission/re-admission after 17.00.
Toilets
There are three toilet blocks on the showground - see showground map for details.
Travel Information
For details on how to get to RAF Fairford by car, train or air please visit our Travel Information page.
Trenchard Chalet
Forming part of the VIP hospitality complex, the Trenchard Chalet and private garden offer groups and individuals the chance to enjoy all the benefits of an exclusive suite in a friendly, social setting.
•Full VIP Catering
•Showground access
•Private facilities - plus all bar bills
To order or discuss further, please call Sandra Keen on +44 (0)1285 713300 ext. 5339
Rivalling the action in the air is one of the Air Tattoo's most ambitious and exciting attractions specifically aimed at young people. Dominating the central showground, TRI@RIAT offers a wide variety of stimulating and entertaining activities and demonstrations designed to inspire young people to do something different.
Water
For access to FREE water there are a number of water bowsers located around the showground.