Fly south over Gatwick Airport and the rolling South Downs to the stunning Sussex coastline, taking in panoramic views of Shoreham, Brighton Pier, Beachy Head’s white cliffs, and Eastbourne before returning inland across the Weald and Ashdown Forest.
Duration: 60 minutes in the air
Passengers: Up to 3
Departure: Redhill Aerodrome
Availability: Open 7 days, 09:00–17:00 (flights typically 10:00–16:00, subject to availability)
Voucher: Valid for 9 months from purchase
Fly south over Gatwick Airport for a bird’s-eye view of terminals, taxiways, and big-airliner movements.
Track the Brighton mainline to the iconic Ouse Valley (Balcombe) Viaduct—an 1842 engineering feat spanning 450 m, built from 11 million bricks.
Cross the South Downs to Shoreham and the coastline, then sweep east past Brighton:
The skeletal remains of the West Pier (destroyed by fire in 2003)
The lively Brighton Palace Pier and seafront
Brighton Marina, sparkling with superyachts
Continue along the coast:
Newhaven ferry and port activity
Chalk cliffs towards majestic Beachy Head and lighthouse
Eastbourne and the elegant Sovereign Harbour
Turn inland over the Weald near Crowborough and Ashdown Forest, glimpsing the London skyline en route back to Redhill.
Smooth touchdown and time for photos—perhaps celebrate with a cream tea at nearby Nutfield Priory.
Your pilot doubles as your guide throughout, pointing out landmarks and stories below.
Private helicopter for up to 3 passengers (shared cabin)
Professional pilot/guide commentary via headsets
Pre-flight safety briefing
60 minutes of flight time (wheels-up to wheels-down)
Depart: Redhill Aerodrome
Overfly Gatwick → Ouse Valley Viaduct
Haywards Heath → Burgess Hill → South Downs
Shoreham → Brighton coastline & piers → Brighton Marina
Newhaven → Beachy Head → Eastbourne / Sovereign Harbour
Inland via Crowborough / Ashdown Forest → Edenbridge → North Downs
Arrive: Redhill Aerodrome
Routing may vary due to weather, air traffic, and operational considerations.
Minimum age: 6 years (children must fly with a supervising adult)
Weight & balance: If any passenger weighs over 15 stone (95 kg), contact us before booking.
Photographic ID: Required for all passengers on the day.
Weather policy: Flights are weather-dependent. If we must postpone, you’ll be offered an alternative date.
Flight operations: Typically 10:00–16:00 daily; subject to slot availability.
Safety & conduct: For the safety and comfort of all guests, we reserve the right to refuse service to intoxicated passengers. Cancellations for this reason are not refundable.
Weights required: All passenger weights must be provided when booking.
This experience is sold on a voucher basis
Validity: 9 months from purchase
Refunds: Non-refundable, but transferable to another person. Terms and Conditions are published on our website.
Redemption:
When purchasing your voucher online, you’ll have the option to indicate your preferred flight date. Our team will review your request and respond within 24 hours to confirm availability or offer alternative options if required.
If you’re not ready to choose a date just yet, you can decide and confirm your preferred date at a later time — simply contact us when you’re ready to book.
To redeem your voucher, please get in touch with our team directly by telephone or email. We’ll arrange your flight, confirm all details, and answer any questions you may have.
You’re also welcome to call us to check availability or reserve a slot before purchasing, but please note that all voucher purchases must be completed online.
Location: Redhill Aerodrome, Kings Mill Lane, Redhill, Surrey RH1 5JY, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 (0) 1737 823 282 (booking line)
Arrive: Please arrive 20-30 minutes before your flight for check-in and safety briefing.
How to get here
By car: 10-15 minutes from the M23 (J8) and M25 (J6). Follow signs to Redhill Aerodrome. Free on-site parking near Flight Centre.
By train: Redhill Station is the nearest mainline stop (approx. 5 minutes by taxi). Frequent services from London, Gatwick, and Tonbridge.
By bus/taxi: Local buses run from Redhill town centre; taxis and uber taxis readily available.
Nearby landmarks: Close to Gatwick Airport, the North Downs, and villages including Godstone and Horley.
Operating hours
Flights usually operate daily 10:00–16:00, subject to availability and suitable weather.
Useful extras
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Tip: Enter “Redhill Aerodrome RH1 5JY” into your sat nav and look for the signposted visitor parking opposite ‘Moles Country Stores’ on arrival.
Flights usually operate daily 10:00–16:00, subject to availability and suitable weather. If weather is unsuitable, we’ll offer an alternative date at no cost.
Make it unforgettable—a flexible 9-month voucher perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, and thank-yous.
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Geoff welcomed us and he was super fun, The booking process and check-in was super smooth and easy. It’s an experience that we recommend to everyone. Amy KVerified Amazing Experience! We had an amazing trip, Pilot James was fantastic and so informative pointing out all the London sights. We would highly recommended to anyone and we look forward to doing the tour again soon! Lisa KVerified Brilliant It was a fabulous experience - would thoroughly recommend it - the views were amazing. Our pilot Anne-Marie was great - very knowledgable - pointing out all the sights. She even managed to take us over Selhurst Park when she found out my husband was a Crystal Palace fan. Thank you to James for organising and to Anne-Marie for flying and for making our wedding anniversary so special. Can’t wait to do it again. Hoolia01Verified Amazing experience! Would recommend 100% From the first contact with EBG Helicopters to the actual day, the service was superb. I wanted to organise a flight to surprise my husband for his 60th birthday. I actually booked their 45 minute trip across London to the Olympic Park and back. James, who I spoke to a few times, and who was on hand on the day to organise the paperwork was amazingly helpful and just a lovely chap to boot. Our pilot Anne-Marie was just wonderful. She explained exactly how it was all going to work and was just so lovely with our teenage son who wasn’t quite sure that he would like it. Her sense of humour and obvious passion for her job shone through. My husband enjoyed every minute of his surprise. We would thoroughly recommend EBG Helicopters for the trip of a lifetime. My husband will never forget it. Five stars for everything! Pisces232Verified The best experience that you could have, on such an exciting day. Today, my wife and I took a helicopter tour over London. The tour was a Christmas present for me from my wife. The whole experience could not have been any better. It was excellent from the moment we were first received by James, the Operation Manager, when we arrived, through to when we left. Originally we were given information about the experience, then we met our Pilot Anne-Marie who was very friendly Anne-Marie did everything that she could to explain all about the helicopter and the views of the tour. At the end of the tour we were photographed by James. Again, nothing could have been any better. AndySVerified A fabulous experience An amazing way to see the sights of London. Thoroughly recommended. The team at EBG helicopters are friendly, courteous and professional. andrew fVerified Great experience all round. We were very happy with our Kent Heritage tour with EBG Helicopters. They couldn't have been more helpful or accommodating from booking to the day. Very welcoming to us and explained everything. The pilot was great and even went a little of detour so we could see an area we really wanted to. 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Up to 3 passengers can fly on a private basis.
Approximately 60 minutes in the air, subject to ATC and conditions.
Comfortable clothing, sunglasses recommended for glare on very sunny days. The helicopter is heated so you shouldn’t need more than a light sweater.
Yes! cameras and phones are allowed; follow crew instructions. Phones should be put into ‘flight mode’ during the flight.
When you call in for your weather check we will confirm if conditions are unsuitable. You will then be able to rebook for another date.
The minimum age is 6 years; younger children may be permitted on a sightseeing tour however we do not recommend tours for children under 6 as the experience and noise can be overwhelming.
All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Due to comfort and weight / balance of the aircraft, passengers weighing over 15 Stone (95 Kg) should contact the carrier before booking.
Typically daily 10:00–16:00 (seasonal daylight permitting). Flights are available year round.
We aim to! Exact sights may vary due to weather, flight routing, or air traffic control.
Yes, all of our flights are sold on a transferable voucher basis. Vouchers are valid 9 months from date of purchase. If you have concerns please review our voucher extension policy.