Police in congestion alert for Cosford Air Show

This year increased safety measures mean the A464 in the vicinity of the airfield has been made a "clearway", where vehicles will be unable to stop or park.

Bowling Green Lane and Kennel Lane will be closed and those travelling to the show are reminded to find an alternative route.

Last year was the first that the event was ticket-only, in a bid to ease congestion. This year is the same and West Mercia Police has reminded those who may be planning to buy tickets on the door that they will not be able to get into the air show.

The force said it will be supporting the event organisers to ensure this year's annual RAF Cosford Air Show on Sunday is enjoyable for all the family.

Chief Inspector Tom Harding said: "We are expecting the show to be a fun day out for the family and we will be on standby to support the event organisers should any issues occur.

"If you are heading to the show please leave with plenty of time, the number of people and vehicles travelling to the airfield will undoubtedly cause some disruption but we hope this will be kept to a minimum."

For live traffic and travel updates heading to the Air Show, tune in to Radio Cosford on 87.9MHz. The air show is expected to attract 55,000 visitors to the airfield. This year organisers of Sunday's RAF Cosford and Welshpool air shows have to abide by tighter safety regulations released in an effort to keep spectators safe.

The changes in recommendations were made following the Shoreham Air Show disaster in August last year, when a Hawker Hunter crashed on the A27 leaving 11 people dead.

The jet had previously flown at Cosford Air Show, in 2006.

The pilot of the plane, Andy Hill, also flew at Cosford, in 2013. Because of this, the roads around the sites are being closed.