A Spitfire is set to on display during Hopetown Darlington’s Vintage Weekend, it has been announced.
The Mk. 1 Supermarine Spitfire will be shown on Foundry Green between the North Road Station Museum and the Carriage Works on Monday, May 25.
The aircraft will serve as the centrepiece of the heritage attraction’s 1940s Day.
Councillor Libby McCollom, Darlington Borough Council’s cabinet member for local services, said: "Darlington has a proud history of innovation, engineering and national significance, so it feels especially fitting to welcome an iconic Spitfire to the town on Bank Holiday Monday as part of our wider Vintage Weekend.
"Its appearance on 1940s Day helps bring an important chapter of British history to life, while reinforcing Darlington’s long-standing connection to industry, ingenuity and resilience.
"The Spitfire will be a powerful and memorable highlight for visitors and perfectly complements a weekend dedicated to nostalgia, heritage and storytelling across generations."
Visitors will be able to take photos with the aircraft and learn about its role in defending British skies during the Second World War.
An RAF interpreter in period uniform will be on hand to share historical stories.
The Spitfire appearance is owned by Historical Promotions and its appearance at Hopetown Darlington is sponsored by Tees Valley Museums.
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The event is just one highlight of the upcoming Vintage Weekend, running from May 23 to 35.
Other attractions include a Vintage Car Rally and a Vintages Wares and Wonders shopping day.
Councillor McCollom said: "The Spitfire will be a powerful and memorable highlight for visitors and perfectly complements a weekend dedicated to nostalgia, heritage and storytelling across generations."
Free tickets are available at www.hopetowndarlington.co.uk/spitfire.
