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York Gliding Centre

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York Gliding Centre occupies the western half of Rufforth Aerodrome, a former wartime base in the Vale of York, and takes flight experience bookings. Weather permitting, it usually flies every weekend and every Wednesday, with extra days at busy times.

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Where to stay

  • YorkHistoric city a few miles east, with the widest choice of hotels
  • WetherbyMarket town to the south-west
  • HarrogateSpa town within about 15 miles
  • TadcasterTown on the A64 to the south
  • KnaresboroughTown to the north-west

Getting there

  • Reached from the A64, the A1237 York by-pass or the B1224 York to Wetherby road
  • Use the Bradley Lane entrance, the road between Rufforth village and Askham Richard
  • Satnav postcode YO23 3NA
TipThe centre shares Rufforth with a microlight airfield; the eastern half is separate from the gliding centre.

Travel details can change, especially on event days — check with the venue or operator before you travel.

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Questions people ask

Where is the best place to stay near York Gliding Centre?

York: Historic city a few miles east, with the widest choice of hotels. Wetherby: Market town to the south-west. Harrogate: Spa town within about 15 miles. Tadcaster: Town on the A64 to the south. Knaresborough: Town to the north-west.

How do I get to York Gliding Centre?

Reached from the A64, the A1237 York by-pass or the B1224 York to Wetherby road. Use the Bradley Lane entrance, the road between Rufforth village and Askham Richard. Satnav postcode YO23 3NA.

Any tips for visiting York Gliding Centre?

The centre shares Rufforth with a microlight airfield; the eastern half is separate from the gliding centre.

Which airport is closest to York Gliding Centre?

The nearest airport on this site is Leeds Bradford Airport, about 20 miles away in a straight line. See hotels near the airport.