Contact Us
London Gliding Club
Tring Road
Dunstable LU6 2JP
reception@londonglidingclub.co.uk
Office Hours
Monday – Sunday: 09:00 – 17:00 (closed 12:30 - 13:30)
Information for Pilots
Coordinates
51.8717,-0.551233
N 51:52’18”, W 000:33’04”
Elevation: 500ft
VHF Radio
Dunstable Radio 119.905
Visiting Pilots
We offer reciprocal membership to qualified pilots from other BGA clubs. It’s free for pilots whose home club does not charge a fee.
Our facilities are excellent and our ridge, whilst not the largest in the country, provides plenty of entertainment even during the winter months.
Important Information
Our airfield is within Luton CTR Class D airspace SFC – 3500ALT. No arrivals by air other than in an emergency.
Visitors are always welcome!
Our 100 acre airfield is dominated by the Dunstable Downs and offers spectacular views across Aylesbury Vale.
Wear warm, comfortable outdoor clothing, suitable for the time of year, including a wind/showerproof layer, as there can be lots of standing around on the exposed airfield. Bring your sunglasses, hat and suntan lotion if it is likely to be very sunny and if you’re flying, don’t forget to bring a hat with a narrow brim (preferably not a baseball cap). For comfort, we suggest wearing trousers - as you will be wearing a parachute. Once you’re in the glider you are enclosed and out of the wind.
Your friends and family are always welcome as spectators. They can watch from the launch point, or from the restaurant. We’d recommend a camera and a pair of binoculars. If you bring children you need to make sure they are fully supervised, as London Gliding Club is an active airfield. We are keen to help so please do not hesitate to ask our staff or members if you have any questions. I
The car park area is the gravel area to the left as you arrive, generally there is plenty of space. The overflow carpark is on the right at the top of the hill. There are toilet facilities in both buildings.
Please do not park on the tarmac ‘apron’ in front of the hangars. It is important that you report to reception, or a club member, upon arrival. We are an active airfield, and for safety reasons you must remain on the tarmac area or at the seating in the picnic area by the apron until you are guided by a member of staff or a club member. Please do not enter any of the hangars or workshops.