Events
We hold a number of special events each year that are open to Vulcan Restoration Trust members and members of the public.
Find out more and buy your tickets below.
Vulcan VIP Visit - 10 January 2026
Sat, January 10, 2026 - 9:00 amONLY 3 TICKETS LEFT!
Vulcan VIP Visits are your exclusive opportunity to experience XL426 away from the crowds and are ideal for enthusiasts and photographers.
You will be given a welcome presentation followed by a guided tour of XL426 before climbing into the Vulcan’s cockpit to sit in either the pilot’s or co-pilot’s seat.
Vulcan VIP Visit - 24 January 2026
Sat, January 24, 2026 - 9:00 amSaturday 24 January 2026
Vulcan VIP Visits are your exclusive opportunity to experience XL426 away from the crowds and are ideal for enthusiasts and photographers.
You will be given a welcome presentation followed by a guided tour of XL426 before climbing into the Vulcan’s cockpit to sit in either the pilot’s or co-pilot’s seat.
Vulcan VIP Visit - 7 February 2026
Sat, February 07, 2026 - 9:00 amSaturday 7 February 2026
Vulcan VIP Visits are your exclusive opportunity to experience XL426 away from the crowds and are ideal for enthusiasts and photographers.
You will be given a welcome presentation followed by a guided tour of XL426 before climbing into the Vulcan’s cockpit to sit in either the pilot’s or co-pilot’s seat.
Vulcan VIP Visit - 21 February 2026
Sat, February 21, 2026 - 9:00 amSaturday 21 February 2026
Vulcan VIP Visits are your exclusive opportunity to experience XL426 away from the crowds and are ideal for enthusiasts and photographers.
You will be given a welcome presentation followed by a guided tour of XL426 before climbing into the Vulcan’s cockpit to sit in either the pilot’s or co-pilot’s seat.
Vulcan VIP Visit - 7 March 2026
Sat, March 07, 2026 - 9:00 amSaturday 7 March 2026
Vulcan VIP Visits are your exclusive opportunity to experience XL426 away from the crowds and are ideal for enthusiasts and photographers.
You will be given a welcome presentation followed by a guided tour of XL426 before climbing into the Vulcan’s cockpit to sit in either the pilot’s or co-pilot’s seat.
Vulcan VIP Visit - 21 March 2026
Sat, March 21, 2026 - 9:00 amONLY 3 TICKETS LEFT!
Vulcan VIP Visits are your exclusive opportunity to experience XL426 away from the crowds and are ideal for enthusiasts and photographers.
You will be given a welcome presentation followed by a guided tour of XL426 before climbing into the Vulcan’s cockpit to sit in either the pilot’s or co-pilot’s seat.
Vulcan Twilight Taxi-Run
Sat, May 16, 2026 - 5:30 pmSaturday 16 May 2026
Hear the Vulcan’s engines unique howl and see XL426 speed down the runway at our Vulcan Twilight Taxi-Run on Saturday 16 May.
Our exclusive visitors enclosure gives uninterrupted views across the airport, ideal for enthusiasts and photographers.
Proms at the Vulcan
Sat, July 04, 2026 - 5:30 pmSaturday 4 July 2026
Proms at the Vulcan returns for another exciting evening with the Essex Concert Orchestra performing a selection of popular and classical music alongside Vulcan XL426 at London Southend Airport.
This event sells out each year, so don't delay booking your tickets!
Music and Beer Festival at the Vulcan
Fri, July 31, 2026 - 2:00 pmFri and Sat, Jul 31 - Aug 01, 2025
Music and Beer Festival at the Vulcan is back with two afternoons and two evenings of live music and entertainment.
Join us for the very best in local bands, local breweries and local street food vendors with Vulcan XL426 indoors in its hangar at London Southend Airport.
Vulcan Summer Taxi-Run
Sat, September 12, 2026 - 11:30 amSaturday 12 September 2026
Hear the Vulcan’s engines unique howl and see XL426 speed down the runway at our Vulcan Summer Taxi-Run on Saturday 12 September.
Our exclusive visitors enclosure gives uninterrupted views across the airport, ideal for enthusiasts and photographers.
40s & 50s Hangar Dance at the Vulcan
Sat, October 03, 2026 - 5:30 pmSaturday 3 October 2026
Dance the night away at our 40s & 50s Hangar Dance at the Vulcan with the Sid Bolan Big Band.
The 18-piece band will be playing a selection of hits from the wartime and post-war years.
There will be a licensed bar.
Vulcan VIP Visit - 24 October 2026
Sat, October 24, 2026 - 9:00 amSaturday 24 October 2026
Vulcan VIP Visits are your exclusive opportunity to experience XL426 away from the crowds and are ideal for enthusiasts and photographers.
You will be given a welcome presentation followed by a guided tour of XL426 before climbing into the Vulcan’s cockpit to sit in either the pilot’s or co-pilot’s seat.
Vulcan VIP Visit - 7 November 2026
Sat, November 07, 2026 - 9:00 amSaturday 7 November 2026
Vulcan VIP Visits are your exclusive opportunity to experience XL426 away from the crowds and are ideal for enthusiasts and photographers.
You will be given a welcome presentation followed by a guided tour of XL426 before climbing into the Vulcan’s cockpit to sit in either the pilot’s or co-pilot’s seat.
Vulcan VIP Visit - 21 November 2026
Sat, November 21, 2026 - 9:00 amSaturday 21 November 2026
Vulcan VIP Visits are your exclusive opportunity to experience XL426 away from the crowds and are ideal for enthusiasts and photographers.
You will be given a welcome presentation followed by a guided tour of XL426 before climbing into the Vulcan’s cockpit to sit in either the pilot’s or co-pilot’s seat.