Coronavirus Update
Henstridge remains closed to Visiting aircraft unless with express prior agreement.
From Saturday 30th..For based pilots,We will return to Normal flying hours..
Monday to Friday 8am till 7pm
Saturday 9am till 7pm
Sundays.9am till 6pm..
Based Aircraft can return at anytime up and until dark…
The Radio will be manned 9 – 5 on all days..Outside of these hours it is essential you make blind calls..
If you are taking off before 9 or after 5 please text me to let me know..and text me when you land outside of op’s hours..07813 901643..
You MUST please continue to be mindful of those on the ground below you and do everything that is safe to avoid disturbance..
Fuel will be available from 9.30 till 4.45,if you need fuel outside of these hours please contact me the day before..
The Clubhouse remains closed..toilets and take away food only on Fridays,Saturdays and Sundays..
Food from 12-2 Friday..11-2 Saturday and Sunday…Limited but varying Menu.&Purbeck Ice creams…
ALL Distancing and Hygiene advice MUST be followed at all times…
Festive season opening times; Xmas day - Closed
New Year’s Day; 10-4 (cafe closes 2)
Mon-Fri; 9 to 4. Sat & Sun;10 to 4. Cafe; weekends only 10-2
Strictly PPR outside these times
Welcome to Henstridge Airfield….
A friendly general aviation airfield near Wincanton, Somerset.
What is Henstridge?
Henstridge airfield is not only a busy hub for pilots and flying students, it is also host to numerous other events throughout the year. There’s vintage car and ‘plane days, car boot sales, charity events and much much more!
What happens here?
There’s always something going on, with visiting and resident aircraft of all types arriving and departing. We have four Tiger Moths based at Henstridge, there are microlights, gyrocopters, the Yakovlev display team, and more. We are also home to the Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance and various events throughout the year raise funds to help this worthy cause.
The Clubhouse:
There’s a lively club atmosphere at weekends and visitors are very welcome by air, car or motorcycle. At weekends hot food is available including Chilli-con-carne, curries, sandwiches and Geoff’s famous breakfast fry-up. Feeling brave? Try Geoff’s Big Breakfast Challenge! The kitchen is open 10.00-2.00, at all other times snacks, confectionery, ice-creams and Tea/Coffee are available.
Sunday Lunch:
There’s usually a crowd in for Sunday lunch, even when the weather’s no good for flying. Geoff creates a “Sunday Special” set menu, alongside the usual choices. Click here for details. Booking advisable..All meat produce is sourced locally from a family butcher, including prime joints and delicious home-made sausages, burgers and faggots!
Potted history of the airfield:
Henstridge airfield was originally a wartime Fleet Air Arm training site, designated HMS Dipper. After the war Henstridge was taken over by private individuals and has been an active airfield in one form or another ever since! You can see more of the airfield’s fascinating past in the history section in the drop-down menu.
Please visit and “like” our facebook page too…
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COVID 19 - Airfield CLOSED (but doing take-aways!)
The Airfield café will be open on Saturdays and Sundays for Take Away food…
Limited Menu 11am – 2pm..
Bacon,Sausage or Egg Rolls…
Chilli and Rice or Chicken curry and rice..
Baquettes, Ham,tuna,cheese etc
Maybe daily specials…
Order by phone..01963 364231…or text to 07813 901643…
Fuel will NOT be available.The clubhouse will NOT be Open…
The airfield will be Notam’d as closed.
IF for justified reason you need visit your hangar… you MUST let me know beforehand.
Please do not use the top gate,cross the runway carefully,
Please wear disposable gloves at all times and take them away with you.
If others are there keep sensible distance at all times.
Welcome to Henstridge Airfield….
A friendly general aviation airfield near Wincanton, Somerset.
What is Henstridge?
Henstridge airfield is not only a busy hub for pilots and flying students, it is also host to numerous other events throughout the year. There’s vintage car and ‘plane days, car boot sales, charity events and much much more!
What happens here?
There’s always something going on, with visiting and resident aircraft of all types arriving and departing. We have four Tiger Moths based at Henstridge, there are microlights, gyrocopters, the Yakovlev display team, and more. We are also home to the Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance and various events throughout the year raise funds to help this worthy cause.
The Clubhouse:
There’s a lively club atmosphere at weekends and visitors are very welcome by air, car or motorcycle. At weekends hot food is available including Chilli-con-carne, curries, sandwiches and Geoff’s famous breakfast fry-up. Feeling brave? Try Geoff’s Big Breakfast Challenge! The kitchen is open 10.00-2.00, at all other times snacks, confectionery, ice-creams and Tea/Coffee are available.
Sunday Lunch:
There’s usually a crowd in for Sunday lunch, even when the weather’s no good for flying. Geoff creates a “Sunday Special” set menu, alongside the usual choices. Click here for details. Booking advisable..All meat produce is sourced locally from a family butcher, including prime joints and delicious home-made sausages, burgers and faggots!
Potted history of the airfield:
Henstridge airfield was originally a wartime Fleet Air Arm training site, designated HMS Dipper. After the war Henstridge was taken over by private individuals and has been an active airfield in one form or another ever since! You can see more of the airfield’s fascinating past in the history section in the drop-down menu.
Please visit and “like” our facebook page too…
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