RAF Shepherds Grove
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 47m 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 Shepherds Grove
RAF Shepherds Grove is a closed in Bury Saint Edmunds, Suffolk, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 210 ft (64 m).
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLACTON CTA 2 | Class A | CTA | FL105 | FL195 |
| CLACTON CTA 12 | Class C | CTA | FL125 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| HETHEL | 17.5 nm | 032° | On request |
| KESWICK ROUNDABOUT | 20.9 nm | 038° | On request |
| STOKE HOLY CROSS MASTS | 21.7 nm | 044° | On request |
| HAVERHILL | 22.7 nm | 232° | On request |
| THORPE ROUNDABOUT | 25.1 nm | 042° | On request |
| BRUNDALL MARINA | 26.1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mendlesham transmitting station | 1,001 ft | 197 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 171 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 164 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 154 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 154 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 171 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 95 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 108 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is RAF Shepherds Grove located?
RAF Shepherds Grove is closed located in Bury Saint Edmunds, Suffolk, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 210 ft (64 m).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAF Shepherds Grove data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.