Free health advice on offer at seaside airshow

As well as the Red Arrows, the 2025 show will feature a Healthier Habits Hub

Free health advice will be offered to thousands of visitors expected to pack a seaside town for a major airshow.

The Clacton Airshow - taking place this Thursday and Friday - typically attracts about 250,000 people across the two days.

On the first day of this year's event, which is organised by Tendring District Council, there will be a Healthier Habits Hub at The Sunspot in Jaywick.

"The airshow is always a highlight in Essex's summer calendar, and it's a fantastic way for organisations to share important advice and support with residents in their community," said John Spence, a county councillor with a responsibility for public health.

From 10:00 BST to 13:00 on Thursday, the hub will offer guidance on mental health, community health services and sexual health.

There will also be information on lung health and free blood pressure checks.

The hub will offer "non-judgemental advice that can make a real difference", said Spence, a Conservative councillor.

He added that bringing the hub to the airshow would make "vital health and wellbeing support" accessible to residents in an informal setting.

Advice and information for young people aged will also be available through UTurn4Support.

Max Hughes, from the charity, added: "This is a great step for our community, offering a dedicated space for us all to focus on our wellbeing.

"It's an opportunity to come together, learn from one another and build a stronger, healthier community."

It is hoped the Red Arrows will be flying on both days of this year's free show.

Organisers at the district council have promised a "poignant commemoration" marking 80 years since the end of World War Two.