Yorkshire’s home for REAL aviation
Breighton Airfield stands on the site of the former Second World War heavy bomber station, Royal Air Force Breighton (RAF Breighton). From here, Australian crews flew missions in Vickers Wellingtons, Avro Yorks, and Lancasters, and later by British and Commonwealth crews operating Handley Page Halifax bombers, striking targets across Germany and occupied Europe.
After the war, the airfield took on a new strategic role as part of the United Kingdom’s nuclear deterrent, housing THOR intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs), which were themselves protected by Bloodhound surface-to-air missile (SAM) systems.
The military abandoned the airfield in the mid 1960’s and today, this peaceful corner of East Yorkshire is operated by the Real Aeroplane Charitable Organisation (RACO) and is home to the historic aircraft of the Real Aeroplane Collection. The airfield also supports an active flying club, whose members own and operate a variety of unusual, classic, and ex-military aircraft — many of which can be seen flying most weekends. These activities are supported by a dedicated group of enthusiastic non-flying Club members and volunteers.
The airfield is open year-round and has a single grass runway (10/28), measuring 802 metres (2,631 feet), along with self-service Avgas and Jet A1 fuel.
Jeeves’ Kitchen, a welcoming café with panoramic views across the airfield, is open from Thursday to Sunday, serving a range of meals, hot and cold snacks, and drinks. Jeeves’ Kitchen extends a warm welcome to the general public, but please note that on certain ticketed event days it may only be accessible to ticket holders and Club members — check the calendar or our social media channels for details.
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