Great Friars Thornes Farm Airstrip
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About Great Friars Thornes Farm Airstrip
Great Friars Thornes Farm Airstrip is a small airport in Swaffham, Norfolk, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of -3 ft (-1 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is RAF Marham (KNF), about 3.4 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(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MARHAM | Class G | MATZ | GND | 3076 ft MSL |
| D220A MARHAM | Special use | Danger | GND | FL105 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ATTLEBRIDGE | 17.1 nm | 083° | On request |
| LENWARD LAKES | 17.2 nm | 078° | On request |
| NORFOLK SHOWGROUND | 19.8 nm | 091° | On request |
| HETHEL | 20.3 nm | 106° | 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 | — | 112 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 112 ft | — |
| North Pickenham Wind Farm | — | 171 ft | — |
| North Pickenham Wind Farm | — | 180 ft | — |
| North Pickenham Wind Farm | — | 217 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 144 ft | — |
| North Pickenham Wind Farm | — | 164 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 115 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Great Friars Thornes Farm Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Great Friars Thornes Farm Airstrip located?
Great Friars Thornes Farm Airstrip is small airport located in Swaffham, Norfolk, United Kingdom, at an elevation of -3 ft (-1 m).
What time zone is Great Friars Thornes Farm Airstrip in?
Great Friars Thornes Farm Airstrip is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Great Friars Thornes Farm Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Great Friars Thornes Farm Airstrip 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 Great Friars Thornes Farm Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Great Friars Thornes Farm Airstrip is RAF Marham (KNF), about 3.4 nm to the w, followed by East Winch Airstrip and Boughton North Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Great Friars Thornes Farm Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.