RAF Barton Bendish
Daylight today(Oct 15, 2026, local time)
About 10h 42m 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 Barton Bendish
RAF Barton Bendish was an airfield for the Royal Air Force located on the far side of the Downham Market to Swaffham road from its parent station, RAF Marham. It was built because at the outbreak of the Second World War it was considered important for bomber stations to have a satellite airfield. The only aircraft known to have operated out of Barton Bendish were Vickers Wellington bombers from Marham. It was abandoned in 1942, as it was considered too close to the parent station to be developed further.No. 26 Squadron RAF. No. 268 Squadron RAF.
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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(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MARHAM | Class G | ATZ | GND | 2076 ft MSL |
| MARHAM | Class G | MATZ | GND | 3076 ft MSL |
| D220A MARHAM | Special use | Danger | GND | FL105 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United Kingdom airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Pickenham Wind Farm | — | 180 ft | — |
| North Pickenham Wind Farm | — | 217 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 144 ft | — |
| North Pickenham Wind Farm | — | 164 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 161 ft | — |
| North Pickenham Wind Farm | — | 151 ft | — |
| North Pickenham Wind Farm | — | 203 ft | — |
| North Pickenham Wind Farm | — | 171 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is RAF Barton Bendish located?
RAF Barton Bendish is closed located in King's Lynn, Norfolk, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 72 ft (22 m).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAF Barton Bendish data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.