Retreat Farm Airstrip
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 37m 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 Retreat Farm Airstrip
Retreat Farm Airstrip is a small airport in Maldon, Essex, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 82 ft (25 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome (GB-0562), about 4.8 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(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LONDON TMA 3 | Class A | TMA | 3500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| LONDON TMA 8 | Class A | TMA | 5500 ft MSL | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHELMSFORD | 4.6 nm | 260° | On request |
| NORTHEY ISLAND | 4.9 nm | 107° | On request |
| SOUTH WOODHAM | 6.1 nm | 178° | On request |
| BRAINTREE | 8.1 nm | 349° | On request |
| BILLERICAY LAKE | 9.5 nm | 224° | On request |
| SOUTHMINSTER LAKES | 10.2 nm | 121° | On request |
| BERNERS LAKE | 10.9 nm | 276° | On request |
| CANFIELD A120/B1256 | 12.6 nm | 306° | On request |
| CHIPPING ONGAR A414/B184 | 13.2 nm | 261° | On request |
| SOUTHEND PIER | 14.7 nm | 161° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Garrett Transmitter | 295 ft | 269 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 36 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 26 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 33 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 98 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 203 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Retreat Farm Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Retreat Farm Airstrip located?
Retreat Farm Airstrip is small airport located in Maldon, Essex, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 82 ft (25 m).
What time zone is Retreat Farm Airstrip in?
Retreat Farm Airstrip is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Retreat Farm Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Retreat Farm Airstrip is approximately 1.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Retreat Farm Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Retreat Farm Airstrip is Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome (GB-0562), about 4.8 nm to the sse, followed by Napps Field Airstrip and Rayne Hall Farm Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Retreat Farm Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.