Challock Airfield

EGKE

51.2083°N, 0.8315°E
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620ft

A small gliding airstrip north of Ashford set on 200+ acres atop the beautiful Kent Downs countryside. Known for its warm, friendly welcome from the active gliding community, the elevated position provides stunning views over the countryside. Easily accessible from the M20, with Scotney Castle's National Trust gardens within reach for post-flight exploration.

Runways at Challock Airfield

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Places near Challock Airfield

within 20km

Restaurants near Challock Airfield(10)

Spices of Bengal

3km
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10min
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20min
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55min

Jasmine House Chinese Cuisine

5km
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10min
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25min

Beefeater

Steakhouse
British
Bar
$$ - $$$
4.2 star rating
8km
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15min
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35min

Beefeater

10km
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20min
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40min

Hotels near Challock Airfield(10)

The Bowl Inn

5km
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10min
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25min

Eastwell Manor

7km
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15min
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35min

Champneys Eastwell Manor Hotel & Health Spa

7km
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15min
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35min

Holiday Inn Ashford - North A20 by IHG

8km
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15min
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35min

Things to Do near Challock Airfield(19)

Hothfield Waterfall

10km
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15min
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40min

Willesborough Windmill

13km
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25min
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55min

The Maze & Underground Grotto

17km
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20min

Leeds Castle

17km
•
25min

Railway Stations(12)

Ashford International

AFK
Important
8km
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25min
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50min
Live times

Chartham

CRT
Regional
14km
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20min
Live times

Canterbury East

CBE
Regional
19km
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25min
Live times

Charing

CHG
3km
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10min
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25min
Live times

Contact Details

Phone

+44 1233 740274

Gliding Club & PPR

Administrator: Challock Airfield

Weather

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About Challock Airfield (EGKE)

Challock Airfield (EGKE) is a general aviation airfield in the United Kingdom. The airfield sits at an elevation of 620 feet.

A small gliding airstrip north of Ashford set on 200+ acres atop the beautiful Kent Downs countryside. Known for its warm, friendly welcome from the active gliding community, the elevated position provides stunning views over the countryside. Easily accessible from the M20, with Scotney Castle's National Trust gardens within reach for post-flight exploration.

Pilots flying into Challock Airfield will find plenty to do nearby. There are 10 restaurants within reach. 10 hotels nearby provide accommodation options from 5.3km away. 19 attractions and things to do are within easy reach.

Challock Airfield is well connected by rail, with 12 railway stations nearby, including Ashford International (7.8km away).

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