Brimpton Airfield

EGLP

51.3838°N, 1.1686°W
210ft

Situated on a small unlicensed strip in West Berkshire's countryside, positioned between Reading and Newbury south of the A4 road. Unique operational requirement restricts all circuits to the north due to nearby restricted airspace, creating an interesting flying challenge. Surrounded by peaceful rural farmland with the area offering attractions like the scenic Watercress Line railway and traditional countryside pubs for post-flight refreshment.

Runways at Brimpton Airfield

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06/24

Grass
620×25m
0624

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Places near Brimpton Airfield

within 20km

Restaurants near Brimpton Airfield(10)

Tea Rooms Aldermaston Wharf

4km
5min
15min
55min

Cafe Retreat

5km
10min
25min

McDonald's

11km
15min
40min

McDonald's

12km
15min
1h

Hotels near Brimpton Airfield(10)

The Hind's Head

1km
5min
5min
20min

Holiday Inn Reading West by IHG

5km
10min
15min

Mercure Newbury West Grange Hotel

6km
10min
30min

De Vere Wokefield Estate

11km
20min
1h

Things to Do near Brimpton Airfield(19)

Silchester Roman City Walls And Amphitheatre

8km
15min
35min

Baboon Adventures

12km
20min
50min

Temple of Diana

16km
25min

Reading Abbey Ruins

18km
25min

Railway Stations(14)

Newbury

NBY
Regional
11km
20min
55min

Midgham

MDG
2km
10min
15min
45min

Aldermaston

AMT
3km
10min
15min
55min

Thatcham

THA
5km
15min
30min

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About Brimpton Airfield (EGLP)

Brimpton Airfield (EGLP) is a general aviation airfield in the United Kingdom. The airfield sits at an elevation of 210 feet. It has 2 runways: 06 620m (grass), 24 620m (grass).

Situated on a small unlicensed strip in West Berkshire's countryside, positioned between Reading and Newbury south of the A4 road. Unique operational requirement restricts all circuits to the north due to nearby restricted airspace, creating an interesting flying challenge. Surrounded by peaceful rural farmland with the area offering attractions like the scenic Watercress Line railway and traditional countryside pubs for post-flight refreshment.

Pilots flying into Brimpton Airfield will find plenty to do nearby. There are 10 restaurants within reach. 10 hotels nearby provide accommodation options from 1.3km away. 19 attractions and things to do are within easy reach.

Brimpton Airfield is well connected by rail, with 14 railway stations nearby, including Newbury (10.8km away).

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