Dorset Gliding Club (Eyres Field)
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 33m 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 Dorset Gliding Club (Eyres Field)
Dorset Gliding Club (Eyres Field) is a small airport in Wareham, Dorset, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 100 ft (30 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Bagber Farm Airstrip (GB-0599), about 5.6 nm to the nnw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
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(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PORTSMOUTH CTA 8 | Class A | CTA | FL155 | FL195 |
| EYRES FIELD | Special use | Activity area | GND | 2205 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| TARRANT RUSHTON | 10 nm | 032° | On request |
| SANDBANKS | 10.5 nm | 098° | On request |
| HENGISTBURY HEAD | 17.9 nm | 089° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 249 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 282 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 262 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 495 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 643 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Dorset Gliding Club (Eyres Field).
Frequently asked questions
Where is Dorset Gliding Club (Eyres Field) located?
Dorset Gliding Club (Eyres Field) is small airport located in Wareham, Dorset, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 100 ft (30 m).
What time zone is Dorset Gliding Club (Eyres Field) in?
Dorset Gliding Club (Eyres Field) is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Dorset Gliding Club (Eyres Field)?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Dorset Gliding Club (Eyres Field) 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 Dorset Gliding Club (Eyres Field)?
The nearest airport to Dorset Gliding Club (Eyres Field) is Bagber Farm Airstrip (GB-0599), about 5.6 nm to the nnw, followed by Newton Peveril Airfield and Lower Manor Farm Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Dorset Gliding Club (Eyres Field) data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.