Battle of Britain Dakota display cancelled for Armed Forces Day celebrations in Morecambe but Red Arrows doing flypast

However, organisers have announced a fly-past by the world famous Red Arrows on the day.

They are hoping the appearance of the Red Arrows will help pull crowds of 40,000 when Lancaster and Morecambe Armed Forces Day takes place on the Promenade on Saturday June 21.

This year’s highlights include:

*A spectacular beach landing by the RAF Falcons

*A stunning display from the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Dakota

*Armed Forces Parade, Biker Parade, and Samba Espirito performance

*STEM activities, veteran organisations, educational stalls, and local business displays on the central Promenade and gardens, as well as the Midland hotel car park.

A spokesman for Lancaster and Morecambe District Armed Forces Day said: “We're ecstatic that we'll be having a static, suspended Spitfire, kindly sponsored by Morecambe BID.

"Come and see it at Lancaster & Morecambe District Armed Forces Day on June 21.”

A spokesman for Morecambe BID said: “As a sponsor, we’re proud to support this important event that brings together our community, honours service, and promotes prosperity in the Lancaster & Morecambe region.”