Fly your drone legally, safely and with the right kit.
Plain-English guides to UK drone rules, buying a first drone, insurance and getting better aerial photos.
Browse the guides- 120m (400ft)
- Maximum height above the closest point of the earth’s surface.
- 50m
- Keep this far from uninvolved people.
- 150m
- Keep this far from residential, recreational, commercial and industrial areas.
Guides
- UK Drone Rules 2026: Flyer ID and Operator IDWho needs a Flyer ID and Operator ID in the UK as of October 2026, what changed on 1 January 2026, and how to label and renew them.
- UK Drone Class Marks Explained: UK0 to UK6What UK0 to UK6 class marks mean, how they map to A1, A2 and A3, and what happens to C-class and older drones. As of October 2026.
- Remote ID for UK Drones: Who Needs It and WhenWhat Remote ID is, which UK drones need it from 2026 and 2028, and how to prepare. Based on CAA guidance as of October 2026.
- Where Can You Fly a Drone in the UK? Height, Distance and No-Fly ZonesUK drone height and distance limits, restricted airspace and places to avoid, based on the CAA's Drone and Model Aircraft Code (March 2026).
- Best Beginner Drones in the UK: What to Look ForHow to choose a first drone in the UK: weight, class mark, Remote ID, camera, batteries and the IDs you will need. Checked October 2026.
- Drone Insurance in the UK: Do You Need It?When UK drone insurance is required, what third-party cover means for hobby flyers, and what to check in a policy. October 2026.
- Drone Photography Tips for BeginnersLight, composition, camera settings and smooth video techniques for drone beginners, with the UK rules that apply to filming.
- Sub-250g Drones Explained: Rules and Trade-OffsWhat changed for sub-250g drones in the UK in 2026: Flyer ID at 100g, Operator ID with a camera, Remote ID from 2028, and the trade-offs.
- How to Look After Drone Batteries (LiPo Safety)Charging, storage, damage and disposal advice for drone batteries, based on fire service and manufacturer guidance. Checked October 2026.