WIGTON KIRKBRIDE AIRFIELD
Kirkbride Airfield is a historic site located in the northern part of Cumbria, near the Solway Coast. Originally opened in the 1940s, it has a rich military heritage, having served as a key RAF base during World War II. Over the years, it has evolved into a thriving hub for general aviation, offering a wide range of flying activities, including private flying, flight training, and helicopter operations. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Cumbrian countryside, Kirkbride Airfield provides the perfect location for those looking to take to the skies!
Taking off from Kirkbride Airfield, even a short helicopter ride gives you an electrifying view of the rugged Cumbrian countryside. As you soar above the rolling hills and patchwork fields, you’ll feel the thrill of the open sky, with the Solway Coast and the Irish Sea stretching out in the distance—an adrenaline rush wrapped in natural beauty. The further you fly the more opportunity you will have to truly soak up this remarkable experience.
Kirkbride 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
KIRKBRIDE 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 Kirkbride Airfield
Not sure if Kirkbride 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.
Annan in Scotland is around 45 minutes drive away from Kirkbride Airfield and the time of your life! Ready, set go! Plan your exciting helicopter adventure and get ready for take off!
Actually, Barrow in Furness despite being in Cumbria is not all that close at almost 2 hours drive away, but a helicopter ride experience is also an awesome excuse for planning a night away!
Cumbria‘s capital Carlisle is less than 30 minutes drive away from Kirkbride Airfield and an exciting day you won’t forget! The exhilaration of soaring across the skies is just a short journey away!
Cockermouth in Cumbria is approximately half an hour away way from Kirkbride Airfield. What’s stopping you? ! Get ready for a breath taking helicopter ride that you won’t forget!
Distant Dumfries in Scotland is actually not that far away from Kirkbride Airfield. In about no more than an hour you can be there, and ready for take off on a helicopter adventure! Don’t miss out!
Despite being down in the south of Cumbria, Kendal is only just over an hour’s drive away, although there are other launch sites nearer to it. If Kirkbride Airfield is for you though, get ready for take off!
Keswick in Cumbria is just under three quarters of an hour away from Kirkbride 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!
Naturally, Kirkbride village in Cumbria is right beside Kirkbride Airfield. Just a 3 minute hop, skip and jump away! Take to the skies and experience the rush and excitement of a helicopter adventure!
It is a bit of a hike from Kirkby Lonsdale at the other end of Cumbria at just under one and half hour’s drive to Kirkbride Airfield, but worth it! Don’t miss your chance for the ultimate thrill ride!
Maryport in Cumbria is much closer at approximately 30 minutes drive away from Kirkbride Airfield. It won’t be long before it will be time to buckle up for take off, to head up, up and away!
Penrith in Cumbria is not too far away from Kirkbride Airfield, at around 45 minutes drive away, definitely close enough! How can you resist the thrill ride of your life after all? Get ready for exhilaration!
Don’t get caught snoozing on the Solway Coast in Cumbria. Get moving as Kirkbride Airfield is less than 15 minutes away! It won’t be long before you can be zooming over the countryside!
It is about an hour and a half to get to Kirkbride Airfield from Ulverston in Cumbria. An excellent use of your time if you are looking for an awesome helicopter adventure!
Whitehaven is another place in Cumbria that is only about 45 minutes away from Kirkbride Airfield and your helicopter adventure of a life time! Who can resist the opportunity to get up and away?!
Even from Cumbria‘s Workington you can be arriving at Kirkbride Airfield in about 40 minutes! Are you ready for a helicopter adventure that will see you zooming across the skies?