Lakes Charity Classic
Cumbria Soaring Club proudly presents the Lakes Charity Classic
The UK's premier free flying event!
The next LCC will be held between 19 – 22 June 2025 with the competition days being Friday and Saturday.
LATEST - Go to Previous Events -> 2024 for scoring tables.
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 gazandwiz
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 main programme starts early on Friday 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. One thing you can be sure of, is that we'll always do our best and will plan other activities to suit the conditions. This is what it looks like on a good day.
The LCC and X-Lakes events 19-22 June 2025 registrations will open up in January 2025 (date to be confirmed) on AirTribune.
Be sure you FIRST set up an AirTribune account here https://airtribune.com/welcome/signup. Look out for updates via member emails and messages and on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/cumbria_soaring_club/@cumbria_soaring_club
Take note that the comps run Friday and Saturday so arrival is Thursday and a single prize-giving will be held Saturday evening. Depart Sunday and free fly!
For Information on Previous Events - Click on the year
| 2024 | Grasmere | 20 - 23 June 2024 |
| 2023 | Grasmere | 16 - 18 June 2023 |
| 2022 | Grasmere | 17 - 19 June 2022 |
| 2021 | Grasmere | 17 - 18 July 2021 |
| 2020 | Cancelled | Cancelled due to Coronavirus restrictions |
| 2019 | Grasmere | 21 - 23 June 2019 |
| 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 |