Hear from former Vulcan pilots in a special event: Operation Black Buck and Tales from the Cold War...

Fans of Vulcan XH558 are being invited to an evening of Cold War history and Falklands conflict reminiscences this Sunday.

Operation Black Buck and Tales from the Cold War is a special evening event that will take place at the Ritz Cinema in Thirsk, offering attendees a unique opportunity to hear firsthand accounts from RAF veterans.

The event will feature two captivating talks on Tales from the Cold War from Wing Commander (ret) Adrian Sumner and Squadron Leader (ret) Mal Stainforth.

There will also be special guest appearances from Squadron Leader (ret) Martin Withers, Falklands Veteran and Captain of Vulcan XM607 during the Falklands' Raids and Squadron Leader (ret) Peter Odling, author of 'Higher and Higher: A Pilot's Story' (Printed by G H Smith & Son).

Squadron Leader Odling, now 89 years old, was a Chief Flying Instructor on Vulcans in the RAF, and his very first flight in a Vulcan was on-board XH558. In a heartwarming reunion this June, Peter was able to visit XH558 again, sharing stories with the Vulcan to the Sky Trust team and showing his log book from his flying days.

On Saturday’s first show Tasha Ghouri was paired with Aljaž Škorjanec.Photo: BBC/Ray Burmiston.

(To read the rest of this article go along to your nearest stockist and buy a copy of the paper)