Strubby Glider Field
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 16h 25m 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 Strubby Glider Field
Royal Air Force Strubby or more simply RAF Strubby is a former Royal Air Force station 2.9 miles (4.7 km) north of Alford, Lincolnshire, and 8.6 miles (13.8 km) south east of Louth, Lincolnshire, England.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NORTH SEA CTA 1 | Class A | CTA | FL175 | FL195 |
| STRUBBY | Special use | Activity area | GND | 3047 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United Kingdom airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 377 ft | 26 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 377 ft | 36 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 377 ft | 36 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 377 ft | 39 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 377 ft | 49 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 377 ft | 36 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 377 ft | 39 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 377 ft | 36 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Strubby Glider Field.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Strubby Glider Field located?
Strubby Glider Field is small airport located in Alford, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 46 ft (14 m).
What time zone is Strubby Glider Field in?
Strubby Glider Field is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Strubby Glider Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Strubby Glider Field is approximately 1.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Strubby Glider Field?
The nearest airport to Strubby Glider Field is Strubby Airfield (EGCG), about 0.3 nm to the ne, followed by North Reston Hall Farm Airstrip and Eastfield Farm Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Strubby Glider Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.