Middlebank Top Farm Airstrip
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 48m 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 Middlebank Top Farm Airstrip
Middlebank Top Farm Airstrip is a small airport in Rossendale, Lancashire, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 968 ft (295 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Higher Barn Farm Airstrip (GB-0732), about 12.5 nm to the w.
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(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MANCHESTER TMA 1 | Class A | TMA | 3500 ft MSL | FL245 |
| YORKSHIRE CTA 10 | Class A | CTA | FL125 | FL195 |
| YORKSHIRE CTA 1 | Class A | CTA | 4500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| NSGA YORKSHIRE | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| HEATON INTERCHANGE | 10.4 nm | 181° | On request |
| WINTER HILL MAST | 10.9 nm | 238° | On request |
| SWINTON INTERCHANGE | 12.6 nm | 197° | On request |
| MIDDLEBROOK STADIUM | 13.2 nm | 229° | On request |
| HULTON | 13.3 nm | 212° | On request |
| M65 JUNCTION M61 | 14 nm | 273° | On request |
| DOVESTONES RESERVOIRS | 15.1 nm | 138° | On request |
| M6 JUNCTION M55 | 16.5 nm | 288° | On request |
| SALE WATERPARK | 17.5 nm | 186° | On request |
| LEIGH FLASH | 17.7 nm | 218° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter Hill Transmitting Station | 1,017 ft | 1,424 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 958 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,138 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 948 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,119 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,234 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,227 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 889 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Middlebank Top Farm Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Middlebank Top Farm Airstrip located?
Middlebank Top Farm Airstrip is small airport located in Rossendale, Lancashire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 968 ft (295 m).
What time zone is Middlebank Top Farm Airstrip in?
Middlebank Top Farm Airstrip is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Middlebank Top Farm Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Middlebank Top 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 Middlebank Top Farm Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Middlebank Top Farm Airstrip is Higher Barn Farm Airstrip (GB-0732), about 12.5 nm to the w, followed by Oxenhope Airfield and Manchester Barton Aerodrome.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Middlebank Top Farm Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.