Nantclwyd Airstrip
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 41m 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 Nantclwyd Airstrip
Nantclwyd Airstrip is a small airport in Ruthin, Denbighshire, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 354 ft (108 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is North Wales Gliding Club (GB-0383), about 3.8 nm to the ese.
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.
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | — | 130.380 MHz |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| A49/A541 MOLD TOWN | 9.4 nm | 049° | On request |
| PADESWOOD CEMENT FACTORY | 10.9 nm | 060° | On request |
| BORRAS QUARRY | 13.4 nm | 089° | On request |
| FLINT BRIDGE | 13.6 nm | 043° | On request |
| POULTON | 16.1 nm | 075° | On request |
| NESTON | 16.7 nm | 034° | On request |
| POINT OF AYR LIGHTHOUSE | 17.6 nm | 000° | On request |
| ELLESMERE LAKE | 18.5 nm | 120° | On request |
| VICARS CROSS ROUNDABOUT | 19 nm | 065° | On request |
| M53 JUNCTION 11 | 19.7 nm | 055° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moel-y-Parc Transmitter | 755 ft | 1,161 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 361 ft | 1,614 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 361 ft | 1,594 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 361 ft | 1,565 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 361 ft | 1,572 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 361 ft | 1,608 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 361 ft | 1,591 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 361 ft | 1,578 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Nantclwyd Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Nantclwyd Airstrip located?
Nantclwyd Airstrip is small airport located in Ruthin, Denbighshire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 354 ft (108 m).
What time zone is Nantclwyd Airstrip in?
Nantclwyd Airstrip is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Nantclwyd Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Nantclwyd Airstrip is approximately 0.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Nantclwyd Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Nantclwyd Airstrip is North Wales Gliding Club (GB-0383), about 3.8 nm to the ese, followed by Lleweni Parc Glyndwr Soaring Club and Chirk Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Nantclwyd Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.