Posted on Tuesday 6th May 2025
Photos taken by Darren Harbar
As part of the county’s commemorations of the 80th Anniversary of VE Day, Perton library have been granted a flypast of Lancaster B1 PA474.
The bomber, part of the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, is one of the only two remaining airworthy Lancaster Bombers out of the 7,377 that were built.
The flypast will take place on Saturday 10 May around 1.30pm, weather permitting.
Sue Ball, Libraries and Arts Manager at Staffordshire County Council, said: “We’re thrilled to have secured this incredible flypast of such a historic aircraft as part of the commemorations for the 80th anniversary of VE Day.
“We’re inviting people to join us to watch the plane fly by but also to enjoy our annual science fair at the Library, which is taking place that day. There’s so much happening and it’s always a great day out, so please get it in your diary and we’ll see you there.”
Further details on the flypast and the library’s science fair are available from the library on 01902 506050 or e-mail perton.library@staffordshire.gov.uk.
People can also follow the library on Instagram @southstaffslibraries for updates.