Long Acres Farm
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 16h 13m 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 Long Acres Farm
Long Acres Farm is a small airport in Sandy, Central Bedfordshire, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 80 ft (24 m) and has 2 runways, the longest 1,880 ft / 573 m. It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Old Warden Airfield (EGTH), about 2.7 nm to the s.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 / 35 | — | — | Grass | Unlit | Open |
| 09 / 27 | 1,880 ft / 573 m | — | G | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Info | Sandy Radio | 129.825 MHz |
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LONDON TMA 9 | Class A | TMA | 5500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| LONDON TMA 19 | Class A | TMA | 5500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| SANDY | Special use | Activity area | GND | 2080 ft MSL |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandy Heath TV Transmitter | 801 ft | 112 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 492 ft | 125 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 492 ft | 82 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 492 ft | 157 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 328 ft | 157 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 262 ft | 138 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 262 ft | 108 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 262 ft | 154 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Long Acres Farm.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Long Acres Farm located?
Long Acres Farm is small airport located in Sandy, Central Bedfordshire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 80 ft (24 m).
How many runways does Long Acres Farm have?
Long Acres Farm has 2 runways, the longest being 1,880 ft / 573 m.
What time zone is Long Acres Farm in?
Long Acres Farm is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Long Acres Farm?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Long Acres Farm is approximately 1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Long Acres Farm?
The nearest airport to Long Acres Farm is Old Warden Airfield (EGTH), about 2.7 nm to the s, followed by Cardington Airstrip and Rectory Farm Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Long Acres Farm data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.