Henstridge Airfield
EGHS
Charming general aviation airfield on the Dorset-Somerset border near Sherborne and Shaftesbury, set in rolling countryside with views over Blackmore Vale. Lively club atmosphere with a welcoming clubhouse serving freshly cooked hot food at weekends. Home to Tiger Moths and aerobatic display teams, creating an authentic aviation environment. Perfect for exploring scenic Somerset villages and the nearby Mendip Hills on longer flights.
Runways
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06/24
Fuel & fees
Prices observed from the airfield's official site and may not be current — confirm before flying. Last checked 10 Jul 2026.
Contact
Prior permission (PPR)
email the day before to contact@henstridgeairfield.com; on the day by phone 01963 364231
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Places near Henstridge Airfield
within 20km
Restaurants near Henstridge Airfield(10)
No. 23 (henstridge Airfield)
Gone Fishing Cafe
McDonald's
KFC
Hotels near Henstridge Airfield(10)
Priors Oak B & B
Lodbourne Farmhouse B&B
The Willows Bed and Breakfast
The Hunter's Lodge Inn
Things to Do near Henstridge Airfield(20)
Gartell Light Railway
Thomas Hardy House
Sturminster Newton Mill
Win Green
Railway Stations(4)
Restaurants near Henstridge Airfield(10)
No. 23 (henstridge Airfield)
Gone Fishing Cafe
McDonald's
KFC
Hotels near Henstridge Airfield(10)
Priors Oak B & B
Lodbourne Farmhouse B&B
The Willows Bed and Breakfast
The Hunter's Lodge Inn
Things to Do near Henstridge Airfield(20)
Gartell Light Railway
Thomas Hardy House
Sturminster Newton Mill
Win Green
Railway Stations(4)
Contact
Prior permission (PPR)
email the day before to contact@henstridgeairfield.com; on the day by phone 01963 364231
Events
1 upcoming
About Henstridge Airfield (EGHS)
Henstridge Airfield (EGHS) is a general aviation airfield in the United Kingdom. The airfield sits at an elevation of 180 feet. It has 2 runways: 06 630m (asphalt), 24 630m (asphalt).
Charming general aviation airfield on the Dorset-Somerset border near Sherborne and Shaftesbury, set in rolling countryside with views over Blackmore Vale. Lively club atmosphere with a welcoming clubhouse serving freshly cooked hot food at weekends. Home to Tiger Moths and aerobatic display teams, creating an authentic aviation environment. Perfect for exploring scenic Somerset villages and the nearby Mendip Hills on longer flights.
Pilots flying into Henstridge Airfield will find plenty to do nearby. There are 10 restaurants within reach, with No. 23 (henstridge Airfield) just a 18-minute walk from the airfield. 10 hotels nearby provide accommodation options from 3.9km away. 20 attractions and things to do are within easy reach.
Henstridge Airfield is well connected by rail, with 4 railway stations nearby, including Gillingham (Dorset) (7.8km away).
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