Bolt Head Airfield

GB-0127

50.2253°N, 3.7985°W
430ft

Perched dramatically on the South Devon coast near Salcombe, this unmanned farm strip offers 600m of grass runway bordered by crops, requiring previous farm strip experience. Located between Kingsbridge and Salcombe, the elevated position provides spectacular coastal views over one of Devon's most scenic stretches. The nearby luxury Soar Mill Cove Hotel makes for convenient accommodation, while the famous sailing town of Salcombe with its estuary, beaches, and waterfront dining is easily accessible for visiting pilots.

Runways at Bolt Head Airfield

Visualizations show relative size comparisons only, not actual orientations

11/29

Grass
600×24m
1129

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Places near Bolt Head Airfield

within 20km

Restaurants near Bolt Head Airfield(10)

East Soar Walker's Hut

2km
10min
30min

Bo’s Beach Cafe

3km
15min
15min
40min

The Winking Prawn

3km
15min
20min
50min

Oceans Restaurant

4km
15min
35min
1h

Hotels near Bolt Head Airfield(10)

Soar Mill Cove Hotel

$$$$
4.4 star rating
2km
10min
25min

Harbour Beach Club

3km
15min
15min
35min

South Sands Hotel

3km
15min
15min
40min

Brightham House Boutique Bed & Breakfast

3km
10min
15min
50min

Things to Do near Bolt Head Airfield(15)

Whitestrand Pontoon

4km
15min
25min

Salcombe Fishing Adventures

5km
15min
25min

National Trust - Mill Bay

5km
45min
45min

Kingsbridge and District Light Railway Company

4.9 star rating
9km
15min
35min

Railway Stations(4)

Plymouth

PLY
Regional
30km
50min

Ivybridge

IVY
20km
40min

Totnes

TOT
25km
40min

Paignton

PGN
29km
50min

Contact Details

Phone

Bolt Head Airfield

Email

info@boltheadairfield.co.uk

Bolt Head Airfield

Administrator: Bolt Head Aero Club

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About Bolt Head Airfield (GB-0127)

Bolt Head Airfield (GB-0127) is a general aviation airfield in the United Kingdom. The airfield sits at an elevation of 430 feet. It has 2 runways: 29 600m (grass), 11 600m (grass).

Perched dramatically on the South Devon coast near Salcombe, this unmanned farm strip offers 600m of grass runway bordered by crops, requiring previous farm strip experience. Located between Kingsbridge and Salcombe, the elevated position provides spectacular coastal views over one of Devon's most scenic stretches. The nearby luxury Soar Mill Cove Hotel makes for convenient accommodation, while the famous sailing town of Salcombe with its estuary, beaches, and waterfront dining is easily accessible for visiting pilots.

Pilots flying into Bolt Head Airfield will find plenty to do nearby. There are 10 restaurants within reach, with East Soar Walker's Hut just a 28-minute walk from the airfield. 10 hotels nearby provide accommodation options from 1.8km away. 15 attractions and things to do are within easy reach.

Bolt Head Airfield is well connected by rail, with 4 railway stations nearby, including Plymouth (29.8km away).

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