Edgeflyer Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 I've never been to this show and it is 100 miles and the weather on Saturday looks less than ideal. Regular attendees please advise.. How good is the show? Go or avoid? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuphedd Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 I dont think I have ever missed the Weston show . I have enjoyed it every time , Torrential rain , wind blowing the Trade tents down , just about everything weather wise, so a few showers are no reason not togo !! . If you go, take some boots , there could be a bit of mud about . Go for it ! a great experience ! cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dwain Dibley. Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 Its a fantastic show.............whether its worth a 100 mile trip to stand in the rain I could not say. The local weather for Sat says showers after 14.00 at the moment. The stalls are well worth going for and you may get to see some flying even with showers going on. D.D. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David P Williams Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 Anyone know what state the ground is in? I live in the Shropshire area and we've had a LOT of rain. The parking is usually on the grass - don't want to be up to my axles in mud. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Harris Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 My mate who's there says it's not too deep Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David P Williams Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 Thanks Rich - that looks OK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john stones 1 - Moderator Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 Friend onsite says wet, but not boggy, good show. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Bruce Collinson Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 Guys, real-time reports would be dead handy for those of us wondering whether a 3 hour drive will be worth it. Although I recall the phone signal is weak, so I don't suppose there's much interweb. Smoke signals? BTC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denis Watkins Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 Posted by Bruce Collinson on 14/06/2019 09:44:29: Guys, real-time reports would be dead handy for those of us wondering whether a 3 hour drive will be worth it. Although I recall the phone signal is weak, so I don't suppose there's much interweb. Smoke signals? BTC The show opens at 10am Bruce So should have tangible advice soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ceejay Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 was onsite last evening, at work again 25 miles from it, just fb mates there and its showery flying in between ground is wet and slimey on top where cars drive but not boggy on my way out last night 8pm ish ground seems quite firm underfoot but obviously wet grass means willies or sturdy boots should you go yes its a great day out if you can stay for the sat evening then even better the eve show is usually pretty good and worth the trip alone. weather permitting the BBMF are scheduled a fly by, also a mustang and aeros from a pitts and glider not to be missed not to mention good trade cp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ceejay Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 just had message from mates onsite and the showers are supposed to ease after 2 pm today and improve as the weekend progresses tis England though will try to post updates as I get them cp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ceejay Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 Latest from site weather currently dry not windy just a nice breeze drying things out, till next shower!! cp Edited By ceejay on 14/06/2019 11:28:35 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ceejay Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 latest as of 12 noon sunny warm and light winds flying going well I assume cp Edited By ceejay on 14/06/2019 12:09:43 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denis Watkins Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 Posted by ceejay on 14/06/2019 12:04:02: latest as of 12 noon sunny warm and light winds flying going well I assume cp Edited By ceejay on 14/06/2019 12:09:43 Much appreciated CJ Am going tomorrow, only 100 miles, so appreciate your efforts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce Collinson Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 Thanks CJ. I think I’ll opt for the sturdy boots! BTC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Lee Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 Had a great day there today, thanks to Steve & all his team. The flight line was in full swing all day & all the trade stands were open. The ground overall is still firm, but naturally rather wet. However where there has been an amount of foot or vehicle traffic it has become muddy & increasingly churned up. We were directed to a parking area on the higher ground towards the house on the left of the driveway, which was fine. The lower area to the right of the driveway where we normally park had obviously collected more water and was becoming churned up by the traders & campers vehicles. There were not that many visitors today but if they adopt the same procedure tomorrow be prepared for a bit of a walk to the traders & flight line. Wellies or sturdy boots recommended, but well worth the effort. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Laughton Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 Fantastic day there today - minimal disruption from the odd drop of rain. Some really amazing flying and a good trade presence....what more could we want? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Geezer Posted June 15, 2019 Share Posted June 15, 2019 Saturday looks iffy according to the Met' Office, but Sunday should be largely dry, if a tad breezy, assuming the public/parking areas haven't turned into paddy fields. Met' Office site seems pretty reliable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George P. Posted June 15, 2019 Share Posted June 15, 2019 I was looking forward to this show but having had such good luck last weekend at the full size Cosford airshow I am convinced that if I go it will be a washout. Of course having decided not to go it will be a great day weather wise....you're all welcome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edgeflyer Posted June 16, 2019 Author Share Posted June 16, 2019 Thanks to all who contributed. Good idea the live updates. In the end I didn't go maybe the Welsh weather put me off. Rain and high wind Sat and Sun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuphedd Posted June 16, 2019 Share Posted June 16, 2019 I did go !! And it was muddy and got muddier as the day progressed,it rained for about an hour 1 ish to 2 which did not help the mud , but I have seen it worse on one occasion . I took 2 friends who have never been before and they thought it was fantastic, we got there at 8.45 and left at 19.06, a long ish day , ! the flying as usual was brilliant and mind boggling , did not spend much cos I have enough"stuff" already . Would I go again with the same weather forecast ????? You bet I would !! Thanks Weston ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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