RAF Babdown Farm
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 RAF Babdown Farm
Royal Air Force Babdown Farm or more simply RAF Babdown Farm is a former Royal Air Force Relief Landing Ground located 2.9 miles (4.7 km) west of Tetbury, Gloucestershire, and 7.1 miles (11.4 km) south of Stroud, Gloucestershire, England. It was open between 1940 and 1948 as a relief landing ground used by training units before being used by maintenance units for storage. Part of the site has since been converted into an industrial estate, while the rest is used for agriculture.
Summary from Wikipedia 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COTSWOLD CTA 3 | Class A | CTA | FL075 | FL195 |
| NSGA WALES | Special use | Gliding sector | FL100 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| M4 JUNCTION 18 | 9.8 nm | 209° | On request |
| THORN | 11.2 nm | 260° | On request |
| CHIPPENHAM | 11.7 nm | 161° | On request |
| BATH RACECOURSE | 15.2 nm | 206° | On request |
| M48 OLD SEVERN BRIDGE | 15.8 nm | 263° | On request |
| NORTHLEACH ROUNDABOUT | 18.5 nm | 051° | On request |
| CLIFTON BRIDGE | 18.9 nm | 233° | On request |
| M5 AVON BRIDGE | 19.8 nm | 242° | On request |
| BARROW TANKS | 21.8 nm | 229° | On request |
| EAST NAILSEA | 23 nm | 236° | 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 | — | 384 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 325 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 184 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 226 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 167 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 571 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 538 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is RAF Babdown Farm located?
RAF Babdown Farm is closed located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 580 ft (177 m).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAF Babdown Farm data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.