It’s been revealed that the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight will fly over year’s Tractor Fest.
The popular annual festival is taking place at Newby Hall, Ripon, this weekend, Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 June.
Subject to weather conditions, an iconic Spitfire or Hurricane aircraft will fly over the show on the Saturday (around 1:15pm), followed by a Douglas C47 Dakota aircraft on the Sunday.
The Dakota was widely used by the Allies during the Second World War, playing an essential role in dropping paratroops on the eve of D-Day, as well as missions to evacuate casualties and resupply forces.
The aircraft are part of the Royal Air Force Battle of Britain Memorial Flight (BBMF) which maintains the artefacts of the UK’s national heritage in airworthy condition to commemorate those fallen in the service of the country.
Tractor Fest is the UK’s largest tractor show. Organised by the Yorkshire Vintage Association (YVA), the annual event is held at Newby Hall over two days and is a firm favourite with enthusiasts and families.
Kevin Watson, chair of the YVA, said: “It is always a huge privilege to host the the BBMF flypast and we are honoured to be doing so again this year. It’s a magnificent and memorable spectacle that is always popular with our visitors.”
Occupying 120 acres, Tractor Fest attracts more than 15,000 visitors annually and features more than 1,400 vintage and modern tractors, and another 2,200 exhibits including stationary engines, commercial vehicles, cars, trucks and motorcycles.
Other highlights this year are special features on tractors, engines and machines manufactured in Scotland, motor rollers and the Zetor tractor brand.
A host of entertainment, crafts, food and drink will be on offer at the show and admission includes access to Newby’s RHS Chelsea gold medal winning gardens, adventure playground, dolls house and teddy bear exhibitions.
To find out more and book your tickets, visit the Newby Hall website here.
