RAF Culmhead
Daylight today(Oct 15, 2026, local time)
About 10h 46m 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 RAF Culmhead
Royal Air Force Culmhead or more simply RAF Culmhead is a former Royal Air Force station, situated at Churchstanton on the Blackdown Hills in Somerset, England. It was originally named RAF Church Stanton.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
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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(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BERRY HEAD CTA 2 | Class A | CTA | FL105 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AXMINSTER | 10.2 nm | 151° | On request |
| CULLOMPTON | 10.8 nm | 246° | On request |
| CLATWORTHY RESERVOIR | 12.5 nm | 313° | On request |
| WATCHET HARBOUR | 16.9 nm | 334° | On request |
| TOPSHAM | 19.7 nm | 223° | On request |
| EXMOUTH | 21.1 nm | 210° | On request |
| MINEHEAD | 21.1 nm | 322° | On request |
| CREDITON | 21.5 nm | 247° | On request |
| WELLS MAST | 26.5 nm | 046° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stockland Hill Transmitter | 771 ft | 705 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 213 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 249 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 797 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 801 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 643 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 748 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 735 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is RAF Culmhead located?
RAF Culmhead is closed located in Culmhead, Somerset, United Kingdom.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAF Culmhead data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.