TICKETS FOR SOUTHPORT AIR SHOW 2022 NOW ON SALE WITH EARLY BIRD SAVINGS AVAILABLE
NEW TRUSTEE STEPS INTO POST AT STICK ‘ N ’ STEP
Tickets for July ’ s Southport Air Show , including for the brand-new , exclusive Pier Viewing are now on sale .
Southport ’ s famous Air Show , which takes place on Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th July , offer two full days of fun for all the family . And if people booking now can take advantage of the reduced early-bird rate .
This year for the first time , general admission for under 16 years is free while early bird general admission prices for adults are going on sale for just £ 8 and £ 7 at the group rate .
Also new for 2022 are exclusive ticket for the Pier Viewing area where visitors can watch the show from the best seats in the house . Pier View early bird tickets cost £ 18 for adults and £ 9 for children ( 5-15s ).
Previous years ’ Air Shows have featured thrilling and daring aerobatics and visits from a varied line-up of aircraft . They have ranged from majestic tributes by historical planes to the latest fastest , loudest and most powerful modern jets being put through their paces by the world ’ s top pilots .
Announcements on what will be flying this year are expected soon .
Southport Air Show also feature a whole host of treats on terra-firma . This includes flight simulators , static aircraft to explore to climbing walls , assault courses and even a diving tank with a real-life Marine .
Cllr Marion Atkinson , Sefton Council ’ s Labour Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Skills said : “ Southport Air Show is a hugely popular event that attracts thousands of people to the town with many of them staying over to enjoy both spectacular days . Sadly , we haven ’ t been able to hold it for two years during the COVID pandemic , so I am delighted that along with our tourism partners we are bringing it back for summer 2022 with some new features such as free admission for Under-16s and the new Pier Viewing area .”
In addition to the Air Show , Southport will also be hosting the Food & Drink Festival from Thursday 2nd to Sunday 5th June and the British Musical Fireworks Championship from Friday 23rd to Sunday 25th September .
To book tickets , people should visit www . southportairshow . com
Cerebral palsy charity Stick ‘ n ’ Step has announced the appointment of a new trustee to its Board , taking the total number to nine . Following a rigorous application , interview and selection process , marketing consultant Jayne Kennedy has joined the team .
Jayne has over 20 years ’ experience in marketing across multiple sizes and sectors of business , from SME ’ s and start-ups to large national organisations , both not-for-profit and profit-making . She has long been associated with Stick ‘ n ’ Step as a corporate supporter .
Amy Couture , Chief Executive of Stick ‘ n ’ Step , says , “ Jayne has an intrinsic understanding of our work through her many years of supporting us . She will bring further energy and expertise to the Board , and we are delighted to welcome her .”
Jayne Kennedy commented , “ I first came across Stick ‘ n ’ Step many years ago and have always found the charity ’ s work with children with cerebral palsy to be really inspirational . Every team member is so committed to their goal of helping each child and young person achieve their own potential . It ’ s a wonderful organisation and I am proud to be part of it .”
Stick ‘ n ’ Step offers support services to children with cerebral palsy and their families . The charity provides the children with totally free of charge conductive education sessions , allowing them to gain the skills they need to live more independent lives . Over 100 children from across the region usually attend these sessions weekly or twice weekly at the charity ’ s Wallasey and Runcorn centres .
To find out more about Stick ‘ n ’ Step and get involved in fundraising , visit www . sticknstep . org . merseylife . com 11