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About
Brighton City Airport (formerly known as Shoreham Airport) is one of the world's oldest commercial aerodromes, with the first recorded flight taking place in 1910. Today, the airfield remains at the forefront of British Aviation, as a major centre for pilot training, pleasure flights and private aircraft charters. It is one of the busiest, and most captivating, general aviation airfields within the UK.
TAKE FLIGHT
Why not experience the joy of flight by booking a trial flying lesson? Or you can explore the gorgeous South coast by taking a leisure-experience flight in the skies above Sussex. You can experience true luxury, by arranging a private aircraft charter to a destination of your choosing in the UK, Europe and beyond. Whether you’re flying for business or pleasure, we have exceptional handling facilities to enhance your journey.
HISTORY
The airport boasts a historical Main Terminal, opened in 1936. With its geometric exterior and original Art Deco features, and having even been the 'star’ of many films and TV dramas, the building still stands proud today. In addition, the Main Terminal holds stylish conference rooms, with excellent runway views, to hire for any occasion.
RESTAURANT
The airfield is home to the ever-popular Hummingbird Restaurant, where patrons can enjoy delicious home-cooked food, whilst drinking in the views of our bustling airport. Restaurant-goers can even step outside onto the Hummingbird’s very own terrace, offering panoramic scenes of the airfield, the Gothic Chapel of Lancing College, and beyond to the rolling hills of the South Downs National Park.
VISIT
Open 7 days a week, Brighton City Airport offers favourable access to everything the South Coast has to offer – Minutes from the A27, the airport possesses excellent road connections to the surrounding towns and cities. Moreover, Brighton City Airport has distinguished transport links to London and beyond.
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Facilities
Accessibility
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp/Level Access - Level access (i.e. no steps or thresholds) or access by a ramp or lift to the: Café/restaurant Conference rooms Visitor centre/museum Public toilet Ramps to East & West of main building No lift access to 1st Floor.
- Wheelchair user accessible
Catering
- On-Site cafe/restaurant - Outdoor Café also
Establishment Features
- Conference facilities
- Dogs Accepted
- Event Venue - Location hire available
- Open New Year - Open all year round (closed on 25th, 26th December and 1st January)
- Toilets - for disabled visitors too Wheelchair user accessible
Parking & Transport
- Parking (charge) - Pay & Display Car Park immediately outside Terminal Building with Disabled Parking Bays (Please note that Blue Badge holders are not exempt from parking charges).
Provider Preferences
- Indoor Attraction - Visitor centre/museum
- Outdoor Attraction - Beach/coast within walking distance Cyclists welcome
Specialist Features
- Family Fun
- Marketed Towards Families
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
- Guided Tours Available for Individuals
Travel & Trade
- Wi-fi available
Opening Times
* Open all year round, 7 days a week, at the following times:
MONDAY – FRIDAY - 0800 – 2000
SATURDAY - 0900 – 2000
SUNDAY - 0900 – 1900
Restaurant Open Daily – 0800 - 1700
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