Butterfield Farm Airstrip
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 41m 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 Butterfield Farm Airstrip
Butterfield Farm Airstrip is a small airport in Alfreton, Derbyshire, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 449 ft (137 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Ripley Airfield (GB-1175), about 1.1 nm to the sse.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAVENTRY CTA 12 | Class A | CTA | FL105 | FL195 |
| DAVENTRY CTA 3 | Class A | CTA | 5500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| EAST MIDLANDS CTA 19 | Class D | CTA | 5500 ft MSL | FL105 |
| NSGA DERBYSHIRE | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| TROWELL | 8.6 nm | 145° | On request |
| THORSBY LAKE | 15.3 nm | 055° | On request |
| CHURCH BROUGHTON | 15.8 nm | 223° | On request |
| A1/A57 CLUMBER INTERCHANGE | 18.6 nm | 046° | On request |
| M1/M18 THURCROFT | 19.3 nm | 013° | On request |
| BUXTON | 21.2 nm | 300° | On request |
| DANESHILL LAKES | 23.8 nm | 045° | 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 | 33 ft | 636 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 33 ft | 863 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 33 ft | 600 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 292 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 138 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 400 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 502 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 400 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Butterfield Farm Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Butterfield Farm Airstrip located?
Butterfield Farm Airstrip is small airport located in Alfreton, Derbyshire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 449 ft (137 m).
What time zone is Butterfield Farm Airstrip in?
Butterfield Farm Airstrip is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Butterfield Farm Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Butterfield Farm Airstrip is approximately 0.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Butterfield Farm Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Butterfield Farm Airstrip is Ripley Airfield (GB-1175), about 1.1 nm to the sse, followed by Park Hall Airstrip and Watnall Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Butterfield Farm Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.