Ridgewell Glider Field
Daylight today(Oct 14, 2026, local time)
About 10h 47m 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 Ridgewell Glider Field
Ridgewell Glider Field is a small airport in Sudbury, Suffolk, United Kingdom. It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Brickwall Farm Airstrip (GB-0929), about 2.8 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.
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LONDON TMA 3 | Class A | TMA | 3500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| LONDON TMA 16 | Class A | TMA | 5500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| RIDGEWELL | Special use | Activity area | GND | 2273 ft MSL |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| HAVERHILL | 5 nm | 294° | On request |
| SPRIGGS SOLAR FARM | 8.5 nm | 235° | On request |
| BRAINTREE | 10.3 nm | 181° | On request |
| DEBDEN | 11 nm | 252° | On request |
| AUDLEY END RAILWAY | 13.3 nm | 258° | On request |
| CANFIELD A120/B1256 | 13.8 nm | 219° | On request |
| DIAMOND HANGAR | 15.8 nm | 229° | On request |
| HANGAR 12 | 15.8 nm | 232° | On request |
| HAZELEND WOOD | 17.1 nm | 237° | On request |
| NUTHAMPSTEAD | 18.7 nm | 259° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sudbury B | 545 ft | 220 ft | — |
| Sudbury A | 338 ft | 220 ft | — |
| High Garrett Transmitter | 295 ft | 269 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 328 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 322 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 322 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 315 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 279 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Ridgewell Glider Field.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Ridgewell Glider Field located?
Ridgewell Glider Field is small airport located in Sudbury, Suffolk, United Kingdom.
What time zone is Ridgewell Glider Field in?
Ridgewell Glider Field is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Ridgewell Glider Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Ridgewell Glider Field is approximately 1.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Ridgewell Glider Field?
The nearest airport to Ridgewell Glider Field is Brickwall Farm Airstrip (GB-0929), about 2.8 nm to the nnw, followed by Pentlow Airstrip and Waits Farm Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Ridgewell Glider Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.