Bath Wilts & N Dorset Gliding Club
Discover Gliding with a Trial Flight
Experience the magic of silent flight in a two-seat glider with one of our experienced instructors. Take in stunning views of the West Wiltshire Downs near Warminster and discover why gliding is unlike any other form of flying.
Trial flights start at just £130.
Learn to fly - Become a member
Whether you’re completely new to flying or already have experience, you’ll find a warm welcome at our club. We are always open to new members.
- Free instruction from BGA-qualified instructors
- Training from first flight through to cross-country soaring You only pay for launches and soaring
- Four two-seat training gliders that are easy and enjoyable to fly.
- If you can ride a bike or drive a car, you can almost certainly learn to fly a glider.
Visitors are welcome to come and watch flying at the club every weekend. Trial flights are available if booked in advance.
Our location
The airfield is situated in a National Landscapes Area on the West Wiltshire Downs, a few miles south of Warminster.
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Group Flying
We offer discounted rates for groups of 10 or more. Ideal for clubs, societies, or special occasions.
We are also very happy to arrange flights for smaller groups.
More information
Open Day 2026
Our Open Day this year is on Saturday May 24th.
Come along and take a reduced price flight, or just see what we can offer.
About the Club
We’re a welcoming club with a strong focus on community and sharing the joy of gliding. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced pilot, you’ll feel at home here. We fly:
We are proud to be a British Gliding Association Junior Gliding Centre.
Download a club brochure
for all essential pricing and club information
Learn to Fly – Start Here
Buy a flight voucher or contact the Trial Flights Organiser for a good time to visit the club and discuss membership
Enquiry Form
Use this Contact Form if you have any further questions.
We are happy to help.
Our Open Day this year is on Saturday May 24th.
Come along and take a reduced price flight, or just see what we can offer.
About the Club
We’re a welcoming club with a strong focus on community and sharing the joy of gliding. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced pilot, you’ll feel at home here. We fly:
- Every weekend
- Usually one weekday
- Around six weeks of full-time flying during spring and summer
We are proud to be a British Gliding Association Junior Gliding Centre.
- Learn to fly from age 14
- Cadet membership available for ages 14–18
- If you’re interested, please contact the Chief Flying Instructor (CFI)
Download a club brochure
for all essential pricing and club informationLearn to Fly – Start Here
Buy a flight voucher or contact the Trial Flights Organiser for a good time to visit the club and discuss membership
Enquiry Form
Use this Contact Form if you have any further questions.We are happy to help.