Lower Grounds Farm Airstrip
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 40m 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 Lower Grounds Farm Airstrip
Lower Grounds Farm Airstrip is a small airport in Telford, Shropshire, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 197 ft (60 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is RAF Shawbury (EGOS), about 4.5 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(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAVENTRY CTA 19 | Class A | CTA | FL145 | FL195 |
| DAVENTRY CTA 20 | Class A | CTA | FL085 | FL195 |
| COTSWOLD CTA 17 | Class C | CTA | FL175 | FL195 |
| SHAWBURY/TERNHILL | Class G | MATZ | GND | 3285 ft MSL |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| MONTFORD BRIDGE | 8.8 nm | 274° | On request |
| ELLESMERE LAKE | 14.5 nm | 315° | On request |
| ABEAM | 18.6 nm | 137° | 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 | 673 ft | 213 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 308 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Lower Grounds Farm Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Lower Grounds Farm Airstrip located?
Lower Grounds Farm Airstrip is small airport located in Telford, Shropshire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 197 ft (60 m).
What time zone is Lower Grounds Farm Airstrip in?
Lower Grounds Farm Airstrip is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Lower Grounds Farm Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Lower Grounds Farm Airstrip is approximately 0.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Lower Grounds Farm Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Lower Grounds Farm Airstrip is RAF Shawbury (EGOS), about 4.5 nm to the nnw, followed by Peplow Airstrip and Shifnal Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Lower Grounds Farm Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.