SITTING in a cafe with a cuppa and a slice of cake is already a nice way to spend an afternoon, but imagine if you could watch planes take off at the same time…
Well, there is one spot you can actually do this from and it is less than 12 miles from London.
The Aerodrome Cafe at Elstree in Hertfordshire, sits right next to Elstree Aerodrome, meaning you can tuck into breakfast while watching planes take off and land.
The small cafe is open seven days a week between 9am and 4pm and serves breakfast and lunch, as well as snacks.
And when the weather is warm and bright, you can even grab a beer for £5.30 and be closer to the action by sitting outside.
But in the colder months don’t worry, because inside there is a log burner to keep it cosy.
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The cafe was opened by husband and wife duo Jean-Luc Sainlo and Colleen back in 2021.
Jean is even a Michelin-trained chef and the cafe makes its own pizzas as well as afternoon tea and roasts on a Sunday.
One recent visitor said: “I come here with the family now and again and it’s always a lovely day out.
“I’ve seen adults and children alike be delighted watching the planes and helicopters after meals.
“A few yards down the road is Aldenham Country Park, so once you’ve eaten and enjoyed the planes you can head over there if you prefer a more woodsy atmosphere.”
The aerodrome dates back to World War II where it was used as a base to repair Wellington bomber planes.
If you did visit today, you’d most likely see small two or four-seater planes, helicopters or potentially some vintage planes taking off.
Though, if you are really lucky, you might see some stars as the aerodrome has previously been used for a Mission Impossible film, as well as James Bond Spectre.