Welcome to Darlton Gliding Club
Darlton Gliding Club is a friendly, active gliding club in the heart of Nottinghamshire, with members from Lincolnshire, South Yorkshire, Derbyshire and beyond.
Conveniently located between the A1 and A57, we’re easy to reach and offer a warm welcome to anyone interested in discovering the exciting sport of gliding.
Whether you’d like to experience your first flight, learn to fly or simply come along to watch the gliders, we’d be delighted to welcome you.
Give the Gift of Flight This Christmas!
Looking for a Christmas present that’s a little different?
Treat someone special to the unforgettable experience of gliding over the Nottinghamshire countryside with one of our Christmas Special Offers.
Winch Launch Trial Lesson – £50 (Normally £60)
Experience the excitement of a winch launch followed by the peaceful sensation of silent flight, accompanied by a qualified gliding instructor.
Aerotow Trial Flight – £100 (Normally £125)
Enjoy a scenic climb to approximately 2,000 feet behind a powered aircraft before releasing into the freedom of silent flight.
Silver Gliding Mini-Course – £130 (Normally £150)
Take your first steps towards learning to fly with three launches and personal instruction from a qualified gliding instructor.
Christmas offers end 24 December 2026.
All vouchers are valid for 12 months from purchase, so there’s plenty of time to arrange the experience. The special prices apply to vouchers purchased by 24 December, not flights taken by that date.
Explore All Our Gliding Experiences
Discover the Excitement of Gliding
Gliding offers a unique flying experience, combining the excitement of aviation with the challenge of using natural rising air currents to stay airborne.
At Darlton, you can enjoy an introductory flight with a qualified instructor or take things further with a mini-course designed to introduce you to the skills involved in flying a glider.
Many of our members started with a trial lesson and went on to discover a rewarding and enjoyable hobby.
Whether your ambition is to learn to fly solo, explore the countryside from the air or simply enjoy the experience, gliding has something to offer.
A Friendly Club Run by Enthusiasts
Darlton Gliding Club is a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers who share a passion for gliding.
We welcome people of all ages and backgrounds, from complete beginners to experienced pilots.
Our members enjoy much more than flying. Gliding is a sociable and rewarding activity, offering the opportunity to learn new skills, make friends and become part of an enthusiastic aviation community.
You don’t need any previous flying experience to get started.
Find Out About Joining the Club
Come Along and See Us
We normally fly on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 am, weather permitting.
Visitors are welcome to come along, watch the flying and find out more about the club and the sport.
If you’re thinking about taking a trial flight or learning to fly, our members will be happy to answer your questions and explain how to get started.
We look forward to welcoming you to Darlton Gliding Club!
