Kirkbride Airfield
GB-0005
Situated in northwest Cumbria's most picturesque setting with the imposing Lake District fells to the east and Solway Heritage Coast to the west. Just 9 miles west of Carlisle with 4000ft of asphalt runway, this former RAF base features a recently restored control tower and 14 original hangars. Home to Chris Jones Gyroplanes and hosts driving events, offering fantastic scenery for arrival and departure with unparalleled views.
Runways at Kirkbride Airfield
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Railway Stations(7)
Restaurants near Kirkbride Airfield(9)
Marios Silloth
Amato's
Nando's
La Mezzaluna
Hotels near Kirkbride Airfield(10)
Glendale Holiday Park
Wallsend Guest House & Glamping Pods
Shore Gate House Bed & Breakfast
Blaithwaite House
Things to Do near Kirkbride Airfield(10)
South Solway mosses National Nature Reserve
Glasson Moss Nature Reserve
English Heritage
Welcome to England sign
Railway Stations(7)
Contact Details
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Airfield Ops/PPR - Klare / Ben
Gyro School / Jet A1 - Chris Jones
Airfield Ops
Administrator: Solway Light Aviation Ltd
About Kirkbride Airfield (GB-0005)
Kirkbride Airfield (GB-0005) is a general aviation airfield in the United Kingdom. The airfield sits at an elevation of 38 feet. It has 2 runways: 10 1280m (asphalt), 28 1280m (asphalt).
Situated in northwest Cumbria's most picturesque setting with the imposing Lake District fells to the east and Solway Heritage Coast to the west. Just 9 miles west of Carlisle with 4000ft of asphalt runway, this former RAF base features a recently restored control tower and 14 original hangars. Home to Chris Jones Gyroplanes and hosts driving events, offering fantastic scenery for arrival and departure with unparalleled views.
Pilots flying into Kirkbride Airfield will find plenty to do nearby. There are 9 restaurants within reach. 10 hotels nearby provide accommodation options from 7.7km away. 10 attractions and things to do are within easy reach.
Kirkbride Airfield is well connected by rail, with 7 railway stations nearby, including Wigton (6.9km away).
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