Information for Caterers

The Southend Air Festival, now in it's 27th year, is the longest running seaside show.

It is an action packed two-day event, which will take place against the dramatic backdrop of the Thames Estuary on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th May 2012.

There will be a full afternoon's flying programme on both days featuring the best of military and civil aviation. The ground entertainments - including exhibits and attractions will run for nearly two miles along the seafront. An arena programme of entertainment will run on both days, and the armed forces are bringing an array of exciting interactive displays along to their town shows.

 
 
 
 

Application Pack

Application forms and terms & conditions can be downloaded below. (Please complete one application per unit if you would like to apply for multiple sites).

 2011 prices held for 2012 if booked by 31st January 2012.

Catering Application Form

Catering Site Fees & Categories

Catering Letter - Application Pack

 
 
 

Important Notes

When returning your application, please ensure you also enclose:
  • a photograph of your unit
  • a sample menu of the food you will offer at our event with prices
  •  copy of your current Public Liability insurance certificate (minimum cover of £5million).
  • site plan of your proposed layout

Please note, we are not obliged to accept any applications submitted.

 
 
 

Contact Us

By email: jamesholmes@southend.gov.uk

By phone: 01702 215175

By post:

Southend-on-Sea Borough Council
Tourism & Event Team
Civic Centre
Victoria Avenue
Southend-on-Sea
Essex
SS2 6ER