RAF Bottesford
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 49m 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 RAF Bottesford
Royal Air Force Bottesford or more simply RAF Bottesford is a former Royal Air Force station located on the Leicestershire-Lincolnshire county border, 7 miles (11 km) north west of Grantham, Lincolnshire and 7 miles (11 km) south of Newark-on-Trent, Nottinghamshire, England.
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(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAVENTRY CTA 12 | Class A | CTA | FL105 | FL195 |
| D324B WADDINGTON MEDIUM | Special use | Danger | FL105 | FL195 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BOTTESFORD | 0.1 nm | 306° | On request |
| MELTON MOWBRAY | 14.1 nm | 197° | On request |
| TROWELL | 17.6 nm | 270° | On request |
| THORSBY LAKE | 18.7 nm | 328° | On request |
| M! JUNCTION 22 MARKFIELD | 24.6 nm | 229° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waltham Transmitter | 1,033 ft | 440 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 446 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 413 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 423 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 354 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 400 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 371 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 400 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is RAF Bottesford located?
RAF Bottesford is closed located in Nottingham, Leicestershire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 104 ft (32 m).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAF Bottesford data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.