Cumbria Soaring Club proudly presents the Lakes Charity Classic
The UK's premier free flying event!

The 2019 Lakes Charity Classic will be held on Friday, Saturday & Sunday 21/22/23 June 2018 in Grasmere - based at the Grasmere Sports showground. Registration for CSC members will open on 14 January 2019 and registration for other pilots will open on 1 February 2019. Hope to see you there!

What is the Lakes Charity Classic?

The Lakes Charity Classic is an informal paragliding competition held in some of England's most spectacular scenery. If you want to get a flavour of what it's all about then have a look at this Youtube Video - courtesy of Ian Watson

There are 2 competitions

A Competition - This is for more experienced and seasoned pilots holding a minimum of Pilot rating. Any certified wing is permitted; uncertified gliders will not be accepted. Tandems are allowed but with only one named pilot in charge and scoring.

B competition - This is most suitable for less experienced pilots who wish to get the most flying from their day in a spectacularly scenic area. Less demanding, friendly tasks will be set and it is open to pilots with Club Pilot and Pilot ratings flying gliders of ENB/DHV1-2 and below.

We also offer 2 days of coaching as an alternative. If you don't fancy taking part in a competition but fancy some flying in some of the most spectacular scenery in England, then the coaching event gives you a chance to fly with the coaching team from CSC.

The programme starts early on Saturday morning where there will be a briefing before we head off for the flying sites. We aim to get the best out of the day so the tasks will be geared to the conditions. Remember, though, that the Lake District is the wettest place in England. In 2012, we were rained off although we did manage some coastal flying on the Saturday. By contrast, 2011 & 2010 provided memorable conditions with some great XC flying. This is what it looks like on a good day.

The Saturday might be a long day if the conditions are good. On return to the campsite in Grasmere, competitors may get an opportunity for a fly down to the campsite. An evening meal is provided for competitors.

Sunday follows the same format although the day might be shorter.

For Information on Previous Events - Click on the year

2018	Grasmere	13 - 15 July 2018
2017	Grasmere	14 - 17 July 2017
2016	Grasmere	15 - 18 July 2016
2015	Buttermere	29/30 May 2015
2014	Buttermere	30/31 May 2014
2013	Buttermere	31 May/1 June 2013
2012	Buttermere	8/9 June 2012
2011	Buttermere	3/4 June 2011
2010	Buttermere	4/5 June 2010
2009	Buttermere	5/6 June 2009
2008	Buttermere	6/7 June 2008
2007	Buttermere	1/2 June 2008