✈️ Business & Hospitality Opportunities

The Clacton Airshow is one of the region’s flagship summer events, transforming the Essex Sunshine Coast into a vibrant hub of aviation and entertainment. Each year, hundreds of thousands of visitors gather along the seafront for two unforgettable days filled with thrilling displays, family-friendly atmosphere and coastal excitement.

Below you’ll find details of ways to get involved in one of the most anticipated events of the summer.

 

✨ Sponsorship Opportunities

Maximise Your Brand Exposure at a Premier Event

The Clacton Airshow provides an exceptional platform to elevate your brand visibility and engage with a diverse, high-footfall audience. With attendance figures reaching hundreds of thousands over two days, your business can benefit from significant exposure and strong marketing impact.

Sponsorship Benefits Include:

  • Enhanced Brand Visibility – Position your brand prominently across the event through on-site branding, programme inclusion, and digital promotion.
  • Extensive Media Coverage – Benefit from local, regional, and national exposure through TV, radio, online platforms, and print media.
  • Broad Audience Reach – Engage with a wide demographic including families, aviation enthusiasts, local residents, and visitors from across the UK and Europe.
  • Exclusive Hospitality Access – Entertain clients and guests with privileged access to our VIP Hospitality Area.
  • Valuable Networking Opportunities – Connect with fellow businesses, event partners, dignitaries, and key stakeholders.
  • Regional Promotion – Showcase your brand within a dynamic, vibrant setting that contributes significantly to the local economy through increased visitor numbers and spend.

Click the link to explore our full range of sponsorship packages. 2026 Sponsorship Package Options

 

🎪 Hospitality Area

Make your Clacton Airshow experience truly unforgettable with exclusive access to our VIP Hospitality Area. Offering some of the best views along the seafront, this premium space provides comfort, excellent food and drink options, and a relaxed atmosphere away from the crowds.

Designed for both leisure visitors and corporate guests, the Hospitality Area features dedicated seating, shaded spaces, and exceptional visibility of the flying displays. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, treating yourself to a premium day out, or hosting clients and colleagues, this is the perfect way to enjoy the Airshow in style.

📩 Tickets can be purchased through our hospitality partner, Black Jacket The Events & Venue Team: www.blackjacket.uk

 

📢 Programme Advertising Opportunities

Promote your business to tens of thousands of visitors through the official Clacton Airshow Programme, supported by added digital exposure delivered by Newsquest Media Group | LOCALiQ.

All programme advertising packages include digital advertising, extending reach before, during and after the event.

Programme & Digital Packages

Quarter Page + Digital Advertising
£250 + VAT

Half Page + Digital Advertising
£350 + VAT

Full Page + Digital Advertising
£450 + VAT

Premium Positions

Inside Front Cover + Digital Advertising
£550 + VAT

Inside Back Cover + Digital Advertising
£550 + VAT

Back Cover + Digital Advertising
£650 + VAT – SOLD

NEW for 2026 – Listicle Feature

Businesses to See at the Airshow

A new editorial‑style opportunity for 2026, designed to give selected businesses enhanced visibility and strong engagement with Airshow audiences.

Each listicle will feature up to five businesses, ensuring maximum impact and prominence for those included.

Eligibility:
To be featured, businesses must also have a physical advert within the official Clacton Airshow programme.

Each Listicle Feature Includes:

  • Approximately 50 words of concise editorial copy
  • A strong, relevant image
  • A clear call to action
  • The option to include exclusive offers for Airshow visitors
  • A sponsored backlink to the business website

Cost: £132.60 + VAT

📞 To register your interest in programme advertising, please contact: Natasha Latimer 01206 508311

 

🤝 Partnership Opportunities

We are always happy to welcome expressions of interest from potential partners who can support the delivery of the Clacton Airshow. We would particularly like to hear from organisations specialising in the following service areas:

  • Hospitality Service Partners – Full VIP area management including catering, bar services, and premium guest experience delivery.
  • Radio Airshow & Media Partnerships – Live event broadcasting, on-air programming, and advertising opportunities.
  • Programme Production & Advertising – Programme design, print, distribution, and advertising sales.
  • Operational & Event Delivery Partners – Infrastructure, power, staging, security, crowd management, medical, waste management and accessibility services.

If your organisation can offer high-quality support in any of these areas, we would love to hear from you.

📩 Contact: events@tendringdc.gov.uk

 

Event Supporters 2026:

Tendring District Council extends its sincere thanks to all those who have supported the Council in delivering this year’s event. Their expertise, collaboration, and commitment play an essential role in ensuring a safe, memorable, and successful experience for everyone.

We truly appreciate their ongoing support in helping us deliver another fantastic year.

If you’d like to register your interest in becoming an event sponsor or supporter for future events, please contact the team at clactonairshow@tendringdc.gov.uk