Weston's Grand Pier Airshow gets underway

Weston-Super-Mare's Grand Pier Air Show takes place today. The two-day free event is set to attract over 100,000 visitors. Many aircraft will be on display throughout the show, with many performing solo and formation flights.

The line up includes the Red Arrows and The Blades air display team.

Grand Pier owner Kerry Michael said: "I am delighted we have been able to secure such a varied and top quality display for our show this year. I want the Grand Pier air show to become a permanent fixture in people's diaries, all over the country".