EGST
Set in tranquil Suffolk countryside west of Ipswich, a well-kept grass strip surrounded by footpaths, farmland, and quiet villages. Based on the western edge of the village of Elmsett, lying 25 minutes north west of Ipswich and 10 minutes north east of Hadleigh, it has a reputation for being one of the best-kept secrets for aviation in this part of East Anglia. Handy for a relaxed countryside fly-in.
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Prior permission (PPR)
Website
www.elmsettairfield.co.ukPPR / Weather (Jonathan Young, Aero Anglia)
+447766080444PPR / Weather (Charles Course)
+447889218590General Enquiries & Correspondence
info@elmsettairfield.co.ukAdministrator: Elmsett Airfield
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Prior permission (PPR)
Website
www.elmsettairfield.co.ukPPR / Weather (Jonathan Young, Aero Anglia)
+447766080444PPR / Weather (Charles Course)
+447889218590General Enquiries & Correspondence
info@elmsettairfield.co.ukAdministrator: Elmsett Airfield
Elmsett Airfield (EGST) is a general aviation airfield in the United Kingdom. The airfield sits at an elevation of 246 feet. It has 2 runways: 05 890m (Grass), 23 890m (Grass).
Set in tranquil Suffolk countryside west of Ipswich, a well-kept grass strip surrounded by footpaths, farmland, and quiet villages. Based on the western edge of the village of Elmsett, lying 25 minutes north west of Ipswich and 10 minutes north east of Hadleigh, it has a reputation for being one of the best-kept secrets for aviation in this part of East Anglia. Handy for a relaxed countryside fly-in.
Pilots flying into Elmsett Airfield will find plenty to do nearby. There are 10 restaurants within reach. 10 hotels nearby provide accommodation options from 4.9km away. 15 attractions and things to do are within easy reach.
Elmsett Airfield is well connected by rail, with 5 railway stations nearby, including Ipswich (11.8km away).
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