Sunday 11 January 2015

The Bob Jones Memorial Airshow has now really taken off to become one of best in Britain, and the 2015 is going to bigger than ever, organisers have predicted
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Thousands of people have been attracted in the past two years, thanks to the draw of display teams such as the Red Arrows to Welshpool Airport.

The first headliner to be announced for the 2015’s extravaganza announced for June 14 is the Great War Display team, which couldn;t be more fitting for these centenary years. 9 replica aircraft, of five different types, will perform choreographed dogfights right above Welshpool’s heads. For further information on the GWDT visit www.greatwardisplayteam.com

A spokesperson said: “The 2014 airshow was an overwhelming success both on the ground and in the air. This year we are looking to book a bumper show of eclectic flying displays that will top even that. Add to all this that we have the amazing Festival of Transport with hundreds of veteran vehicles displayed and a myriad stalls on the field itself. An amazing day out, guaranteed!”

For further information visit www.welshpoolairshow.co.uk.

SENIOR CITIZENS NEW YEAR PARTY

The 6th annual Senior Citizens New Year Party will take place on Tuesday 27th January in the Town Hall at 2pm with doors open at 1.30pm.

Organised and hosted by Alan Crowe the party will include 2 games of bingo, a full afternoon of entertainment will feature local guitar vocalist Alan Herbert plus a number of special guests and a mystery celebrity guest. Past celebrity guests have included comedians Jimmy Cricket, Vince Earl, Boxer John H Stracey, entertainers Tony Barton & Berni Flint.

Following the entertainment guests will enjoy afternoon tea plus a bumper raffle.

Tickets are £5 and available from Welshpool Jewellers or Flaunt It Card Shop in Cumberland Place.