Royal Air Force brings flagship recruitment roadshow to Brighton seafront

An RAF Chinook aircraft replica will touch down on Brighton seafront by the i360 observation tower next week as the Royal Air Force brings its flagship Town Show recruitment roadshow to Brighton.

Taking place from Friday 10 April to Sunday 12 April, and forming part of the Brighton Marathon weekend festivities, the free event will give Sussex residents, plus family and friends of runners, a rare opportunity to step inside military aircraft, meet RAF Regulars and Reservists, and explore careers in one of the UK's most technologically advanced organisations.

Brighton and the broader Sussex area have a rich aviation heritage. During the Second World War, RAF Tangmere, nearby, played an essential role in the Battle of Britain, with fighter pilots defending the south coast against aerial assaults. The region’s position on Britain’s air defence frontline makes it a perfect place to reflect on the RAF’s history and to consider a role in shaping its future.

Part of a nationwide tour visiting 15 towns and cities across the UK, the RAF Town Show is expected to attract thousands of visitors of all ages, eager to learn more about a range of RAF specialisations - from cyber security and engineering to intelligence analysis and logistics.

Flt Lt Haydn Maclean, event organiser, said: "This is a fantastic opportunity to bring the RAF Town Show to Brighton and connect with people in a city that has such a strong link to the RAF’s history along the South Coast. From the Battle of Britain to today’s high-tech operations, the RAF continues to play a vital role in protecting the UK, and we’re here to show people how they could be part of that future. Whether you’re interested in engineering, cyber, flying or logistics, there are opportunities for people from all backgrounds to build a career in the RAF."

The event will feature STEM challenges showcasing the innovation behind RAF operations, a mixed-reality experience, and the opportunity to discover the different sports available to RAF Regulars and Reservists, with representation from RAF skateboarding, women’s cricket, the RAF Swimming Association and RAF Athletics, which has runners competing in the weekend’s Brighton and Hove 10K race.

Event Details:

What: RAF Town Show Brighton

When: 10 - 12 April (09.30 - 16.30)

Where: i360 Tower, Brighton seafront

Cost: Free admission