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Bleansley |
Key Facts
| Status : | OK | ||
| IMPORTANT - Restrictions on use | As imposed by the farm. | ||
| Last Updated : | 15/12/2021 at 19:16 by Ian Henderson | ||
| Wind : | SE | Nil Wind : | N |
| Grid Ref : | SD204895 | Height (AMSL) : | 500' / 153m |
| Site Code : | 17.056 | Top to Bottom : | 456' / 139m |
Location
S Lakes - nr Broughton-in-Furness
Details
This site is very rarely flown and is one for the pilot who has got bored with everywhere else. A clean take off area and a short but pleasant ridge. One big plus is its proximity to the "Manor" in Broughton; best ale's in the world!
Local Sites Contact - Keith Paterson mobile 07841 056727
Site Officer
Keith Paterson :
Access
Postcode for Sat Nav Systems
LA20 6AR
Between Low Bleansley and Middle Bleansley Farms
Getting There
A595 (T) to High Cross. Turn R on A593 to Coniston. After 3.5 km turn left and left again at Lane End; a minor road leads down across valley to the Lower Bleansley Farm (a map is useful).
Getting to takeoff
Directly up front of hill above the farm. An alternative is to walk up the back of hill from the Duddon valley.
XC potential
Limited potential but would be a good challenge to get to the Combe; getting back would be even better!
Permission to use site
Lower Bleansley Farm.
Briefing
Additional Safety Notes
Can be rough as air comes over rising ground before the ridge.
Paragliding
Few reports from PG pilots but is said to be anywhere between OK and rough.
Hang Gliding
Not really worth the carry ... go to the pub instead (see above). Alternatively, go to the High Cross Inn, buy a drink and, from their balcony, watch someone else carry up.
XC potential
Limited potential but would be a good challenge to get to the Combe; getting back would be even better!