EGSX
Situated in Epping Forest, Essex, this operational general aviation airfield hosts many private aircraft and historic types including Spitfires, Mustangs, and Dakotas. Ideally located for sightseeing flights around London, the airfield features a popular Saturday market that draws large crowds from Essex and North London. Home to the North Weald Airfield Museum and two cafés, it offers a vibrant atmosphere with annual events including car shows, drag racing, and aircraft fly-ins.
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+441992564303Operations team
+441992564200Control tower
+441992524740Control tower
+441992524074Operations team
nwoperations@eppingforestdc.gov.ukAdministrator: Epping Forest District Council
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Prior permission (PPR)
Wait for confirmation before departure.
Overnight parking
+441992564303Operations team
+441992564200Control tower
+441992524740Control tower
+441992524074Operations team
nwoperations@eppingforestdc.gov.ukAdministrator: Epping Forest District Council
North Weald Airfield (EGSX) is a general aviation airfield located in Epping Forest District Council, United Kingdom. The airfield sits at an elevation of 321 feet. It has 4 runways: 02 1881m (Asphalt), 20 1881m (Asphalt), 02G 880m (Grass), 20G 880m (Grass).
Situated in Epping Forest, Essex, this operational general aviation airfield hosts many private aircraft and historic types including Spitfires, Mustangs, and Dakotas. Ideally located for sightseeing flights around London, the airfield features a popular Saturday market that draws large crowds from Essex and North London. Home to the North Weald Airfield Museum and two cafés, it offers a vibrant atmosphere with annual events including car shows, drag racing, and aircraft fly-ins.
Pilots flying into North Weald Airfield will find plenty to do nearby. There are 10 restaurants within reach, with Rosey Lea The Squadron just a 12-minute walk from the airfield. 10 hotels nearby provide accommodation options from 5km away. 20 attractions and things to do are within easy reach.
North Weald Airfield is well connected by rail, with 15 railway stations nearby, including Harlow Town (7.7km away).
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