Garston Farm Airstrip
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 36m 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 Garston Farm Airstrip
Garston Farm Airstrip is a small airport in Chippenham, Wiltshire, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 564 ft (172 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Charmy Down Airstrip (GB-0853), about 2.7 nm to the sw.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COTSWOLD CTA 13 | Class A | CTA | FL105 | FL195 |
| BRISTOL CTA 8 | Class D | CTA | 4500 ft MSL | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| M4 JUNCTION 18 | 3.1 nm | 324° | On request |
| BATH RACECOURSE | 4.6 nm | 236° | On request |
| CHIPPENHAM | 6.7 nm | 090° | On request |
| RADSTOCK | 11.5 nm | 209° | On request |
| THORN | 12.1 nm | 318° | On request |
| CLIFTON BRIDGE | 12.2 nm | 269° | On request |
| CHEW VALLEY | 13.7 nm | 234° | On request |
| BARROW TANKS | 13.9 nm | 257° | On request |
| M5 AVON BRIDGE | 14.7 nm | 277° | On request |
| M48 OLD SEVERN BRIDGE | 15.7 nm | 305° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's | 328 ft | 180 ft | — |
| Purdown BT Tower | 230 ft | 318 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 620 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 682 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 577 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 610 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 597 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 420 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Garston Farm Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Garston Farm Airstrip located?
Garston Farm Airstrip is small airport located in Chippenham, Wiltshire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 564 ft (172 m).
What time zone is Garston Farm Airstrip in?
Garston Farm Airstrip is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Garston Farm Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Garston Farm Airstrip is approximately 0.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Garston Farm Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Garston Farm Airstrip is Charmy Down Airstrip (GB-0853), about 2.7 nm to the sw, followed by Rookery Farm Airfield and Wadswick Farm Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Garston Farm Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.