Aston Down Airfield
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 44m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Aston Down Airfield
Aston Down is in Gloucestershire, South West England, 2.5 miles (4 km) east of Minchinhampton, 6 miles (10 km) southeast of Stroud and 7 miles (11 km) west of Cirencester. The nearest settlement is the large village of Chalford, 1 mile (1.6 km) to the northwest.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COTSWOLD CTA 5 | Class A | CTA | FL155 | FL195 |
| COTSWOLD CTA 6 | Class A | CTA | FL125 | FL195 |
| NSGA WALES | Special use | Gliding sector | FL100 | FL195 |
| ASTON DOWN | Special use | Activity area | GND | 3600 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United Kingdom airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| NORTHLEACH ROUNDABOUT | 13.4 nm | 054° | On request |
| M4 JUNCTION 18 | 14.8 nm | 214° | On request |
| CHIPPENHAM | 14.9 nm | 179° | On request |
| THORN | 15.6 nm | 248° | On request |
| LECHLADE | 16.4 nm | 093° | On request |
| BURFORD | 19.3 nm | 072° | On request |
| M48 OLD SEVERN BRIDGE | 20 nm | 253° | On request |
| BATH RACECOURSE | 20.2 nm | 210° | On request |
| CLIFTON BRIDGE | 24 nm | 231° | On request |
| BARROW TANKS | 26.9 nm | 228° | On request |
Named VFR reporting points within ~20 nm; distance and bearing are from the airport reference point. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — check the current VAC/AIP for procedures and whether a report is required.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wotton-under-Edge BT Tower | 249 ft | 761 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 226 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 571 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 538 ft | — |
| Lynch Knoll Wind Park | — | 719 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 735 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 351 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 184 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Aston Down Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Aston Down Airfield located?
Aston Down Airfield is small airport located in Stroud, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 598 ft (182 m).
What time zone is Aston Down Airfield in?
Aston Down Airfield is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Aston Down Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Aston Down Airfield is approximately 0.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Aston Down Airfield?
The nearest airport to Aston Down Airfield is Orange Grove Barn Airstrip (GB-0840), about 3.4 nm to the sw, followed by Cotswold Airport and Bristol and Gloucestershire Gliding Club.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Aston Down Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.