Gliding experience near Southampton
If you’d like to taste the excitement and freedom of gliding near Southampton, Portsmouth Naval Gliding Centre’s base at Middle Wallop Airfield is only 45 minutes away. A trial glider flight is a wonderful way to discover the magic of silent flight, soaring high above the countryside by harnessing the power of nature.
Trial glider flights near Southampton
A trial glider flight is the perfect introduction to gliding. After a short briefing from an expert instructor, you’ll take to the air in a two-seat glider and experience the unforgettable sensation of flying without an engine.
Learn to glide at Middle Wallop
Many people who start with a trial flight quickly discover they want to learn more. At Portsmouth Naval Gliding Centre we welcome beginners, whether military or civilian, and provide comprehensive training that can take you from your first flight to flying solo.
Getting to Middle Wallop from Southampton
Middle Wallop Airfield is around 20 miles from Southampton, typically about 45 minutes by car. The journey takes you into the Hampshire countryside, where the open skies above the beautiful Test Valley provide ideal conditions for gliding.
Book a gliding experience
If you’d like to experience gliding for yourself, you can book a trial lesson with Portsmouth Naval Gliding Centre. Flights are available on most weekends and are suitable for complete beginners.