Explore the skies and relax at Airways Gliding Club
Nestled at Darley Moor Airfield, just south of Ashbourne, Airways Gliding Club offers more than just a place to fly. Whether you’re a seasoned aviator, an outdoor enthusiast, or simply looking for a peaceful escape, our club provides the perfect spot to relax, refuel, and enjoy the beauty of the Peaks. With top-notch facilities, a friendly atmosphere, and stunning surroundings, there’s something here for everyone – both in the air and on the ground. Come visit us and experience the best of what Derbyshire has to offer!
Aviators, Cyclists, and Explorers welcome
on-site workshop & servicing centre
Play area, Seating, and Scenic Views
Campsite, Parking and washroom faciliities
Over 80 acres of airfield to enjoy
Our gliding club facilities
At the Gliding Club, we offer many facilities for pilots and non-pilots. Our raised decking and grass viewing areas are perfect for relaxing in the sun and watching the aircraft (though there’s also plenty of indoor seating and a warm log fire in the clubhouse for when the weather turns a bit more British).
We have a play area for the instructors’ children, which your youngsters are welcome to use at their own risk. There’s usually a friendly dog or two shambling about. Feel free to bring your dog—just be aware that it is a noisy, active airfield, so it’ll need to be kept on a lead.
There’s ample parking for cars, bikes and campers of all sizes. Members can hire the clubhouse and lecture rooms for private functions at special rates. Please speak to a staff member if you’d like to learn more.
If you’re travelling from further afield and/or want to stay for longer, we have a campsite suitable for tents, campers and caravans, with full washroom facilities. It’s an ideal place to rest your head for the night and shower before preparing for a day’s flying. We can also store your campervan or caravan if you want to keep it off your drive.
Flying
Built-in 1942 as a military airfield, Darley Moor suits various aircraft. It has both grass and all-weather runways. We also have ample parking and tie-down areas available (both on hard and grass) to keep your aircraft safe.
Pilots visiting from other airfields are always welcome here, and we try to make Airways a friendly, welcoming place for everyone. If you plan to come regularly, Gliding Club membership is a no-brainer – you’ll enjoy standard unlimited usage of the airfield, no landing fees, and discounts on our campsite.
The flying isn’t half bad, either. Take off and head north, and you’ll be rewarded with stunning views of the Peak District National Park – a superb area well known for its sheer beauty and enjoyed equally by anyone on foot, on two wheels or four, or especially in the air!
There’s also Carsington Water to the North East, Alton Towers to the West, and the rolling expanses of the Derbyshire countryside and Derbyshire Dales all around.
Our Gliding Club Services
On-site, we also have our resident flying shop and workshops. Our comprehensive stock includes everything you need for paragliding, paramotoring and sub-70kg aviation, ensuring you’re well-equipped and ready to take flight.
Additionally, we have an onsite microlight servicing centre, providing specialist engine servicing on Rotax and Vittorazi, as well as parachute repacking, airframe servicing and rebuilds on both three-axes and flexwing microlights. We even offer a valet service, should you need it!
As you’d expect, all our loyal Airways Gliding Club members will benefit from great discounts on both the products and servicing.
Sounds good? Get yourself down to Airways Gliding Club for a cuppa and/or a flight – we’d love to meet you.
Ready to Join the Airways Gliding Club?
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