CAMBRIDGE BOTTISHAM AIRFIELD
Bottisham Airfield is a historic site located near Cambridge, Cambridgeshire. Originally opened in 1942 as a Royal Air Force base during World War II, it played a significant role in the defence of Britain and was home to numerous bomber and fighter squadrons. Today, it serves as a base for general aviation, including private flying, flight training, and helicopter operations. With its rich history and peaceful setting, Bottisham Airfield offers the ideal helicopter launch location.
When taking off, you’ll be treated to breathtaking views of the rolling Cambridgeshire countryside. You will see vast expanses of lush green farmland, interspersed with small, picturesque villages like Bottisham and Lode. The nearby River Cam meanders through the countryside, reflecting the light in its winding path. In the distance, the flat fens stretch out towards the horizon, with the faint outline of Ely Cathedral standing proudly above the landscape. The contrast between the tranquil countryside, and exhilaration of the ride, make this a truly unique experience.
Bottisham Airfield Helicopter Flight Options
£49
£49
- 6 MILE RIDE
- Helicopter Buzz
- Say you've done it!
- 12 month voucher
- Valid at 59 locations
£75
£75
- 12 MILE RIDE
- Truly Uplifting
- Fly more! See more!
- 12 month voucher
- Valid at 60 locations
£95
£95
- 18 MILE RIDE
- Experience Epic
- Serious memory making!
- 12 month voucher
- Valid at 54 locations
£139
£139
- 25 MILE RIDE
- The Posh One
- Next level immersion!
- 12 month voucher
- Valid at 60 locations
55 MILES
£179
£179
- 30 MIN TOUR
- Ultimate Sightseeing
- Total helicopter indulgence!
- 12 month voucher
- Valid at 64 venues
BOTTISHAM AIRFIELD FLIGHT INFORMATION
For shared flights such as these, ages 6 years to 13 need to be accompanied by an adult with a valid ticket. There is no maximum age limit.
Maximum height is 6’6”.
Maximum weight is 12-15 stone (depending on location).
Please contact the venue if you weigh over 15 stone.
The above are only guidelines and may differ by location please check at the time of booking.
You should not take part if you suffer from epilepsy or vertigo. You should be in reasonable health, if you have any disability or illness that may prevent you from taking part then you must discuss this with the centre before booking.
Pregnancy: The experience provider is happy to fly pregnant passengers however they cannot give medical advice, please consult your doctor.
Your Heli Ride voucher is valid for 12 months.
Towns and Cities Near Bottisham Airfield
Not sure if Bottisham Airfield is convenient enough for you? We’ve done the legwork and looked for towns and cities that are within an hour’s drive away to help you orient yourself. Some of the urban areas listed below also offer proximity to other helicopter launch sites that may suit you better, but not to worry, as all vouchers purchased are valid for use across all of our 50+ locations right across the UK! Just remember, this list is not exhaustive, but we hope it might help.
Attleborough in Norfolk is well under an hour’s drive away from Bottisham Airfield and the time of your life! Ready, set go! Plan your exciting helicopter adventure and get ready for take off!
Even if you live in Bedford, Bedfordshire a helicopter ride experience is less than an hour away! There’s nothing quite like the freedom of flying at speed to freshen the mind and soul!
Bedfordshire‘s Biggleswade is just 45 minutes drive away from Bottisham Airfield, and an exciting day you won’t forget! The exhilaration of soaring across the skies is just a short journey away!
Even Essex‘s Braintree is less than an hour away way from Bottisham Airfield. What’s stopping you? ! Get ready for a breath taking helicopter ride that you won’t forget!
Bustling Burwell in Cambridgeshire, is not that far away from Bottisham Airfield. In about 15 minutes you can be there, and ready for take off on a helicopter adventure! Don’t miss out!
Despite being all the way over in Suffolk the best helicopter launch point for folk in Bury St Edmunds is Bottisham Airfield and you can be there in about half an hour! Get ready for take off!
It’s quite the distance but worth the drive. Diss in Norfolk is about one hour away from Bottisham Airfield. It won’t be long at all until you and your friends can be up, up and away on a thrilling helicopter joy flight!
If you leave now it’s less than an hour to get to Bottisham Airfield from Downham Market in Norfolk! Once there, truly get away from it all by taking to the skies and experience the rush and excitement of a helicopter adventure!
Ely in Cambridgeshire is a bit more local, and approximately 30 minutes away! You can be taking off from Bottisham Airport in less than an half an hour on a good day! Don’t miss your chance for the ultimate thrill ride!
Depending on traffic and time of day Flitwick in Bedfordshire is just over an hour away from Bottisham Airfield. It won’t be long before it will be time to buckle up for take off, to head up, up and away!
Harlow in Essex is not that close to Bottisham Airfield, at around 55 minutes away, but still close enough! How can you resist the thrill ride of your life after all? Get ready for exhilaration!
Hanging in Haverhill, Suffolk? Get up and get moving as Bottisham Airfield is less than half an hour away. It won’t be long before you can be zooming over the countryside, marvelling at your bird’s eye view!
It takes just under half an hour to get to Bottisham Airfield from Huntingdon in Cambridgeshire. What are you waiting for? Your helicopter adventure is just a hop, skip and a jump away!
Ipswich is another place in Suffolk that is only around an hour away from Bottisham Airfield and your helicopter adventure of a life time! Who can resist the opportunity to get up and away?!
Even from Northamptonshire‘s Irthlingborough you can be arriving at Bottisham Airfield in less than an hour! Are you ready for a helicopter adventure that will see you zooming across the skies?
Being on the outskirts of Cambridge in Cambridgeshire Milton is only about 10 minutes away from Bottisham Airfield. You can get to your sky high adventure launch point in just minutes. Get ready to take off!
Newmarket in Suffolk is still very close, usually less than 15 minutes away from Bottisham Airfield. It won’t be long before you can be zooming over the countryside, marvelling at your local landscapes!
Peterborough in the north of Cambridgeshire is still only an hour or less away from Bottisham Airfield. What are you waiting for? Your helicopter adventure is well within reach!
Raunds in Northamptonshire is only three quarters of an hour away from Bottisham Airfield and the time of your life! Ready, set go! Plan your exciting helicopter adventure and get ready for take off!
Even if you live in Rushden, Northamptonshire a helicopter ride experience is less than an hour’s drive away! There’s nothing quite like the freedom of flying at speed to freshen the mind and soul!
Bedfordshire‘s Sandy is just 40 minutes drive away from Bottisham Airfield, and the awesome experience of helicopter flight! The exhilaration of soaring across the skies is not that far away!
St Ives just outside of Cambridge in Cambridgeshire is only about 30 minutes away from Bottisham Airfield. What’s stopping you? ! Get ready for a thrill-every-second helicopter ride that you won’t forget!
Serendipitously, St Neots in Cambridgeshire is not that far away from Bottisham Airfield. In about 35 minutes you can be there, and ready for take off on a helicopter adventure! Don’t miss out!
Despite being all the way over in Suffolk the best helicopter launch point for folk in Stowmarket is from Bottisham Airfield, and you can be there in under 45 minutes! Get ready for take off!
Another location in Suffolk is Sudbury and is under an hour away from Bottisham Airfield. In less than 55 minutes, you and your friends can be up, up and away on a thrilling helicopter joy flight!
If you leave now it’s less than an hour to get to Bottisham Airfield from Swaffham in Suffolk! Once there, truly get away from it all by taking to the skies and experience the rush of a helicopter adventure!
Thetford in Norfolk is a bit closer for helicopter enthusiasts, less than 40 minutes away! You can be taking off from Bottisham Airfield before you know it! Definitely worth it for the unforgettable thrill!
Depending on traffic and time of day Waterbeach in Cambridgeshire is about 15 minutes away from Bottisham Airfield. It won’t be long before it will be time to buckle up for take off, to head up, up and away!
Watton in Norfolk is not as close to Bottisham Airfield, but still under an hour away. How can you resist the thrill ride of your life when it’s not too far away?! Get ready for exhilaration!
Despite being in the same county of Cambridgeshire Wisbech is a little farther afield from Bottisham Airfield but still not much over an hour. Worth it to be zooming over the countryside, don’t you think?!
Wymondham in Norfolk is just under an hour away from Bottisham Airfield. If you are looking for a thrill that you won’t forget or just want to enjoy amazing views, a helicopter experience is perfect for you!