There are no physical remains of the airfield and the site is now used for farmland and dissected by the M11. Private light aircraft continued to use it occasionally in an unlicenced capacity from spring 1938 until the outbreak of the Second World War. Compare the Cheapest MOT prices in Loughton for MOTs, find the cheapest prices via our MOT station finder in Loughton - compare. Atlas Air Services and Abridge Flying Club subsequently used the airfield but it again lost its licence on 7 August 1937. The airfield had a maximum landing run of between 2,400 and 3,000 feet but a railway line running alongside the site and its proximity to Stapleford Tawney meant that this was never an ideal location for an airfield.Ībridge was left vacant by 1 April 1936 and declared unfit for use on 17 June. Buildings at the site consisted of just one main hangar and three smaller lock-ups with a clubhouse on the south side. The airfield’s landing area was extended but a poor quality grass surface led to Lewington lacking the official acknowledgement for ‘all types’ aircraft use. The East Anglian Aero Club did operate for a time at Abridge. The flying school never came to fruition and the Bristol machine as well as two de Havilland Moths and another Bristol Fighter that was not certificated were all scrapped. However, the company could only operate one flyable aircraft, a First World War Bristol Fighter. The ambitious Lewington also intended Commercial Airways to provide regular services to many parts of Britain as well as air taxi and charter operations, joyriding, stunt exhibitions, parachuting and wing walking. Lewington, set up a company called Commercial Airways (Essex) Limited with the hope of starting a flying school. Sir Alan Cobham staged one of his flying displays here on 16 July 1932 but it was not until 29 November that the site was officially licensed as a private airfield.Ībridge officially opened as Essex Airport on 17 June 1933 although it became better known as Loughton or Loughton Air Park. However, the club had acquired another airstrip by March 1931 so it is unclear whether Abridge was ever used. Our network of UK van rental centres offers VW van hire services to cover a range of requirements from moving house, to keeping your business on the move.There is mention of an airfield at Abridge in October 1930 when the South Essex Aero Club obtained land in the area. Vans for sale such as used California, used Transporter and used Caravelle models can be found through our network of Volkswagen UK Van Centres. Our award-winning range includes: the iconic VW Transporter, the California, the Crafter, the Caravelle, the Caddy and Caddy Maxi. Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is a provider of high quality new and used vans. We continually work hard on providing a high level of customer service and developing our links with local businesses and we believe this acquisition is evidence of that,’ she added.įurther information on the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles range of vans is available from or by calling 0800 717131. ‘We are delighted that Arcus Engineering is satisfied with the vehicles and our customer service,’ said Wendy Williamson, Commercial Sales Manager at Abridge Van Centre in Loughton, Essex. Abridge Van Centre was very helpful throughout the process by providing a range of demonstrator vehicles that we could test at our leisure before making the decision.‘ ‘It was imperative that we launched Arcus Engineering with a fleet that was reliable and robust. Past experience and the reputation of the Volkswagen brand helped to secure the order as ArcusFM fleet manager, Janet Bass, explained. Arcus Engineering, based in Upminster, Essex, is a new refrigeration division to sister company ArcusFM which manages the facilities contract for the national network of Sainsbury’s stores.
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