Leuchars 2009 - Food and drink / parking question

Location : Dunfermline, Scotland Spotter Watch Member : no

Hi there,

I wonder if any of you intelligent folk could give me some advice regarding Leuchars airshow 2009?

I have never been there and am not really sure of the etiquette.

Are there any rules regarding taking food and drink with you to the show?

I am not exactly rolling in cash these days (who is?) and would rather take my own, supermarket sourced, rations along with me. I am assuming that the prices of stuff bought at the airshow reflects those of other public events like £4 for chips and £2 for a coke and I can't afford those prices for my family and me.

I received my tickets a few days ago and they bear a very bold message that "BAG SEARCHES ARE MANDATORY".
I realise there is a security issue but I would really like to avoid having my bag searched and being told that I can't bring food and drink into the venue, not only for the embarrassment that would cause but mainly for the hold up for other patrons it would cause and the hassle I would have to go to to gain entry.

I have been to a few other events (not airshow) where the stewards have told me that I can't come in with a bottle of water and an apple!

I would just like to avoid the situation if there is some rule regarding bringing your own food and drink.

Also, can anyone give me any information or directions regarding on-base parking?

I bought a ticket for on-base parking but have no idea where it is or what it entails. I can find absolutely no information anywhere regarding this.

Can I return to my car during the day or is it a case of once you are through the gate you cannot leave and come back?

Where is the on-base parking?

We are all really looking forward to the show.
I have always liked aircraft, especially older military stuff (lancasters, spits etc.) and to see them in the flesh will be fantastic.
I don't know why I have never been to airshows before!

I have just checked the weather forecast which says that it will be clear skies and sunny for the 12th! Great news!

I realise that there is still a week to go and the forecast may still change but it looks good so far.

Thanks in advance for any replies and help you guys give me and I will see you all there.

Broddr

Location : Dunfermline, Scotland Spotter Watch Member : no

A P.S.

The other day I saw what looked like a Nimrod closely flanked by two F16s fly over my house at very, very low level.
If you plot a line directly from Edinburgh airport to Leuchars my house is on that line.

Do you think there were heading up to Leuchars for the airshow?

You would not believe how low these guys were flying and almost wing tip to wing tip.

A lovely little taster of what is to come on Saturday.

Subject: Re: Leuchars 2009 - Food and drink / parking question 2009-09-06, 11:43

With regard to your food & drink security questions,take as much as you like,no problems at all !

Subject: Re: Leuchars 2009 - Food and drink / parking question 2009-09-06, 12:05

Hi broddr,

There is a PDF show map of the base. Follow this route:
www.airshow.co.uk > Exhibition & Trade > map
You can return to your car as many times as you want.

As to the food and drink question, I can't see there being a problem, we're doing the same. I'd be extremely surprised if they 'confiscated' your supplies. It's got nothing to do with being strapped, no one likes being fleeced. Hope you have a great day.
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Location : Kilmacolm Scotland

as for the car park i wood be in for 8 am the hard bit is getting out spent 3 hours one year you have not far to go enjoy Thumbs Up

digger

Location : Dunfermline, Scotland Spotter Watch Member : no

Excellent.

Thanks all.

Location : Scotland Spotter Watch Member : No

Anybody know if the parking designated for those on the Enthusiasts Package is for both the Friday and Saturday?

Mairi

Location : Scotland Spotter Watch Member : No

I hope I can park on the base, no way i would get my car into or out of a field without doing some damage... Leuchars 2009 - Food and drink / parking question 727888

Leuchars 2009 - Food and drink / parking question 727888

But then I'm blonde....

Location : RAF Leuchars Spotter Watch Member : no

Mairi,

Yes you will be able to park on base Friday & Saturday, although in 2 different locations. It'll all become clear on Friday.

Location : Scotland Spotter Watch Member : No

Great!

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Thanks Gamecock!!!