Website Development & Design
The RAF Cosford Air Show is one of the UK’s premier aviation events, attracting tens of thousands of visitors each year with its dynamic blend of aerial displays, interactive exhibitions, and immersive experiences. Hosted at RAF Cosford in the West Midlands, the show offers a rare opportunity to explore the world of military aviation up close, showcasing historic aircraft, cutting-edge technology, and the vital role of the Royal Air Force in defence and humanitarian operations. Its reputation is built on delivering spectacular entertainment while providing meaningful insight into aviation heritage and the RAF’s work both in the air and on the ground.
Beyond the breathtaking flying displays, the event is known for its educational focus and family-friendly atmosphere. Visitors can engage with RAF personnel, explore themed villages, and learn about engineering, STEM careers, and the history of British air power through hands-on activities and curated exhibits. With a commitment to inspiring the next generation and celebrating aviation innovation, the RAF Cosford Air Show stands as a flagship event that unites communities, aviation enthusiasts and service personnel in a truly memorable experience.
RAF Cosford Air Show faced a number of obstacles with their previous website, which had become increasingly unreliable and prone to breaking at crucial moments. Their former agency struggled to provide the stability and support the event required, leaving the team without confidence that their digital platform could cope with the demands of a major national air show. The outdated site lacked visual impact, modern functionality and the flexibility needed to showcase the scale and prestige of the event.
A further challenge came from the show’s high-intensity traffic spikes whenever tickets were released. With thousands of visitors accessing the site simultaneously, the existing hosting setup was unable to cope, resulting in slow load times and system failures. RAF Cosford Air Show needed not only a fully rebuilt, visually engaging website but also a robust, high-performance server environment capable of handling peak demand without compromise.
We created a completely new WordPress website for RAF Cosford Air Show with a strong focus on visual appeal, usability, and long term reliability. The design showcases the energy and scale of the event while making essential information easy for visitors to find. Every element of the build was crafted to function smoothly across all devices, ensuring the site is fully mobile optimised. We also structured the site to be SEO friendly, giving the event a stronger foundation for visibility and search performance.
To support the high traffic the show experiences when tickets are released, we placed the new website on its own dedicated high performance server. This setup provides fast loading times and stability even during intense visitor spikes. Alongside the launch, we also provide the RAF Cosford Air Show team with advanced website support and ongoing maintenance to ensure the platform continues to run smoothly and stays fully up to date.
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