The former Wisley Airfield is a site with a wealth of history. The site was formerly a grass airstrip before being converted to tarmac to test aircraft. The site has since been owned by multiple landowners and Taylor Wimpey purchased the site earlier in 2020.
1950s
The Wisley Airfield grass airstrip runway was converted to tarmac to test aircraft.
2000s
Different planning applications submitted to develop the site.
2010
Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government granted planning permission for a composting facility on the site which has been implemented but not completed.
2019
Guildford Borough Council allocated the site in the Local Plan, removing it from the Green Belt.
2020
Taylor Wimpey purchased the site.
