The home of the Enthusiast at RAF Cosford
Are you visiting the 2026 RAF Cosford Airshow?
If the answer is yes, you must visit the all new Enthusiast Zone! Situated centrally next to the control tower, you will find a myriad of traders selling all things aviation.
What's the Enthusiast Zone?
It's the home of the aviation enthusiast at the RAF Cosford Airshow
The Enthusiast Zone Has Landed! ✈️
Located centrally within the show ground alongside the control tower!
Buckle up ~ The Enthusiast Zone is officially open for business! Whether you’re a seasoned "avgeek" who can identify an engine by its hum or just someone looking for that aviation hit, this is your primary destination on the airfield.Located in the centre of the showground, immediately next to the Control Tower, the Enthusiast Zone is the place to be for the aviation enthusiast, old, young, seasoned, beginner, photographer, spotter are all welcome.
You will find an array of businesses inside of our Marketplace marquee and around it amongst the static aircraft.
Inside the large Marketplace Marquee, you will find the new home for smaller traders who make and sell aviation‑themed merchandise, collectables, artwork, models, books, apparel, and specialist enthusiast services.
Whether you’re an independent creator, a specialist retailer, or a squadron selling official merchandise, this is your chance to put your products in front of one of the UK’s most engaged aviation audiences.
Don’t just watch the show, immerse yourself in it.
The Marketplace
Shop the Marketplace!!
Step into the Marketplace tent, a sprawling hub of aviation treasures. It’s more than just a shop; it’s a collector's paradise. Wander through the stalls to discover:
- Gear & Apparel: High-quality aviation clothing and accessories.
- The Archives: Rare books, technical manuals, and stunning photography.
- Tech: Professional-grade camera lenses to help you capture that perfect "bank angle" shot, software for the enthusiast.
- Memorabilia: Everything from vintage die-cast models to modern flight deck souvenirs.
Not forgetting the Traders and Exhibitors within their own structures around the zone.
Enthusiast Zone Live
Within the Zone, you will find the Stage, where we’re hosting a non-stop lineup of live chats and exclusive interviews all day long.
Hear firsthand stories from:
• Elite Display Pilots.
• Industry Titans shaping the future of flight and the hobby.
• Expert Historians.
Aircraft Participation Guides
This is the only place to grab the Official Aircraft Participation Checklist - this lists every aircraft throughout the airfield. A must have for the Enthusiast.
New for 2026: We’ve launched the Kids’ Aircraft Hunt! It’s a high-flying scavenger hunt designed to keep the junior pilots engaged, featuring quizzes and hidden details to find across the show ground.
Complete the hunt and claim your place in a draw to win a family ticket for the Airshow in 2027.
Traders and Exhibitors
Do you have a small aviation themed business and would you be interested in trading within the Enthusiast Zone Marketplace Marquee?
If so, click the button below and get yourself booked in.
