No Plane, No Problem!
Come up and watch the world, and planes, fly by!
Dine in at our new smokehouse, the Lore of the Sky, or enjoy our outdoor seating with its stunning views over the Cranborne Chase AONB. Drinks, snacks, and ice cream available from our Bar, and Smoking Barrels Cabin (open in the summer, and on select days).
Well-behaved dogs on short leads are welcome onto the outside patio and indoor seating area.
Compton Abbas Airfield has two electric car charging points, available during our opening hours.
Bicycles brought on-site are left at the owner’s risk. Do not leave your bike near any airside fence due to aircraft propellor wash. The Management do not accept responsibility for any accidents, damage or loss incurred.
No caravans, camper-vans, motor-homes or trailers are permitted in our car park or overnight.
Car groups & meets by prior appointment only. Please email events@comptonairfield.com to enquire. We do not permit any campervanning, or overnight stays at the airfield.
Directions By Road
By Road
Compton Abbas Airfield is situated on the border between North Dorset and South Wiltshire, three miles south of the historic town of Shaftesbury.
Access from Shaftesbury
Join the B3081, and route through Cann Common & Zig Zag Hill. Follow the signs to Compton Abbas Airfield. Please Note: In 2026, the Airfield cannot be accessed from Shaftesbury via the C13 / Melbury Abbas, due to extensive roadworks.
Access from Salisbury / A30
Turn left onto Dennis Lane at Ludwell, and access via Donhead Hollow. Cross straight over the B3081 junction, following the signs to Compton Abbas Airfield. Please Note: In 2026, the Airfield cannot be accessed from Shaftesbury via the C13 / Melbury Abbas, due to extensive roadworks.
Access from the South / Blandford Forum
From Blandford, head towards Shaftesbury from the Sunrise Roundabout. Follow the signs to Compton Abbas Airfield.
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