Bournemouth, Events & Entertainment | Posted on August 29th, 2024 | return to news
‘Safety is paramount’ at Bournemouth Air Festival, says council
Bournemouth Air Festival takes place from today, Thursday 29, to Saturday 31 August and BCP Council is reminding people of a number of restrictions.
In order to ensure safety at this year’s Bournemouth Air Festival – which runs from Thursday 29 to Saturday 31 August – BCP Council is reminding local people of a number of restrictions.
Drones are strictly banned at the site; there will be travel restrictions in place on Bournemouth Pier Approach flyover and a marine safety zone restricting boats entering the water under the flight display area.
The free event attracts thousands of residents and visitors to Bournemouth’s seafront, where they can watch impressive aerial displays, engage with the armed forces, interact with activities in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) Village, and enjoy the ground entertainment.
Visitors will also be able to watch the Royal Navy’s armed combat demonstrations, explore the British Army’s battle tanks, take flight on the fairground rides and indulge at one of the many eateries around the festival site.
Cllr Richard Herrett, portfolio holder for Destination, Leisure and Commercial Operations at BCP Council, said: “Bournemouth Air Festival is an incredible display of partnership work, with all teams meticulously planning every detail to ensure the event runs smoothly.
“The safety and wellbeing of everyone at the Air Festival is paramount, and I encourage everyone to familiarise themselves with our safety advice ahead of time.”
If anyone sees something suspicious, they’re encouraged to follow the mantra ‘see it, say it, sorted’ and report it to a member of event staff or police. In an emergency, always call 999.
Assistant Chief Constable Mark Callaghan, Gold Commander for Dorset Police, said:
“Our multi-agency approach which is led by BCP Council includes high visibility patrols by uniformed officers, armed police and security staff as well as CCTV monitoring.
“We want to welcome everyone to come and enjoy the air festival responsibly while reminding them to be vigilant and report anything suspicious.
“Overall, it’s about keeping everyone safe on the land, in the sea and in the skies, so those visiting the event can have a fantastic time.”
Visitors are encouraged to follow the RNLI’s beach safety advice if entering the water, which includes swimming between the red and yellow lifeguard flags and following their essential ‘Float to Live’ guidance.
Those planning to travel to Bournemouth by bicycle or Beryl e-scooter are advised that riding these vehicles within the festival site is not permitted. Temporary Beryl bays on the periphery of the event site will provide somewhere to leave Beryl bicycles and e-scooters.
Families can also take advantage of the LV=KidZone beach safety scheme to help protect and reunite lost children and vulnerable people on the seafront.
Visitors are advised to take a picture of your child or vulnerable person to show what they’re wearing during each visit to the Air Festival, and to also collect a free wristband from LV=Kidzone operatives, seafront offices or RNLI lifeguard towers.
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